Youth Pastor

Renovation Church•Shoreview, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking to hire a Youth Pastor to help lead students from 6 to 12th grade at the Shoreview location. This is an on-site, part-time position working 20 hours per week (flexible daytime + Wednesday nights). The compensation for this position is $25 per hour.

Requirements

Personal, growing, and mature relationship with Jesus Christ
Demonstrates a consistent lifestyle and is of strong character
Demonstrates a humble and teachable attitude
Responsible and reliable in work and life
Demonstrates a deep commitment to and active participation in the local church.
Demonstrates an ability to relate with people of all ages (youth and adults)
Ability to recruit, train, and supervise qualified volunteers
Must be a reliable self-starter, delegator, leader, and team player
Ability to identify needed refinements and implement effective changes
Strong communicator with the ability to teach biblically sound and engaging messages to teenagers
Ability to handle conflict with maturity
Ability to navigate church or facility buildings, often including steps
Frequent walking, standing, kneeling, and bending
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds

Responsibilities

Provide vision and leadership for the Youth Ministry
Manage organizational structure, making adjustments as needed
Work regularly with Youth Ministry volunteers to gather feedback and refine the ministry
Consistently invest in students' lives outside of Wednesday nights
Plan, oversee, and lead the weekly Wednesday night youth group for middle and high school students
Prepare and deliver biblically based and engaging messages tailored to teenagers
Facilitate a welcoming environment where students' faith can grow in community, inspiring them to follow Jesus and help others do the same
Coordinate musical worship with the worship leader
Recruit key youth volunteers to disciple students
Identify and develop key leaders (students and adults) to grow in their leadership ability, support volunteers, and carry out various ministry tasks
Train, support, and encourage volunteer leaders with consistent training and discipleship resources
Prepare small group discussion guides and other resources to equip leaders
Maintain consistent communication with students and parents through effective channels such as email and social media
Oversee the purchasing of supplies, equipment, etc.
Plan and execute special youth events (e.g., summer camps, retreats, or outreach nights).
Be the point person for escalated questions, concerns, and issues from students/parents/staff/volunteers.