Young Adult Pastor/Ministry Lead

River Valley Church•Burnsville, MN

About The Position

As a part of the Next Gen team, the Young Adults Pastor/Ministry Lead is required to perform a range of duties including team leadership, strategy creation and implementation, empowerment, and goal-setting for the broader Young Adults ministry. Anticipated Weekly Hours: 20

Requirements

Strong communication skills, verbal and written
Proficient in public speaking, administrative, and leadership skills
Experience in managing teams and developing others
Proficient in Google Suite, preferred
Solid sermon-writing skills, including understanding of Biblical exposition skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to raise up leaders (reproduce yourself)
At least 2 years related experience

Nice To Haves

Proficient in Google Suite

Responsibilities

Responsible for inspirational leadership and ongoing development of the Young Adults ministry
Strategically develop the ongoing trajectory of Young Adults
Coordinate seasonal all campus Young Adult Events
Lead key volunteers to create connection and community among River Valley’s young adult population
Manage the on-going leadership development pipeline within Young Adults
Identify, recruit and train up new Campus Volunteer Leads to build the small group culture for Young Adults of each campus.
Pursue ongoing expansion of pipeline to ensure current leaders are growing and flourishing
Resource the Campus Leads as needed to help them grow the Young Adults ministry at their campus
Ensure all campus Young Adult small groups align with the vision of Young Adults
Continue to grow Young Adults small groups across all campuses
Meet and connect with people of River Valley Church in the 18-28 age range
Work with the Campus Volunteer Leads to ensure proper planning, preparation, execution and follow-up is occurring for all Young Adults small groups.
Provide resources and direction to volunteer leaders as needed
Responsible for leading the way with ongoing connection and development opportunities of River Valley Church attendees in the 18-28 age range
Intentionally work to increase the opportunities for Young Adults attendees to be challenged in personal, professional, and spiritual ways
Work with the Communications team on marketing materials for Young Adults
Ensure necessary communication is happening with River Valley staff regarding Young Adults events
Responsible for the financial stewardship of Young Adults budgeted resources
Develop relationships and create strategies for ministry at local College/Universities.
Working with campuses to develop a strong small groups culture on college campuses
Work together with Para Church ministries such as CRU, Chi Alpha, Athletes in Action, FCA.
Be intentional about building relationships with college coaches, professors, and directors to help further the ministry done at college campuses
Oversee outreach and recruiting activities at the various campuses
Collaborate with Next Gen leadership through regular Lead Team meetings and ongoing partnership with the Next Gen Pastor to ensure the Young Adults ministry advances the broader vision and strategic direction of Next Gen ministry and aligns with the mission, vision, and values of River Valley Church.