Junior High and Intermediate School Youth Director

Job Summary

Job Description

Junior High and Intermediate School Director

Job Title: JHM/ISM Director
Reports: Executive Pastor
Status: Full Time Exempt
Start Date: January 1, 2020
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Brookville Road Community Church�s mission is to inspire people to become wholehearted followers of Jesus as we Love God, Love the Church and Love the World. The Junior High and Intermediate School ministry is part of a holistic youth ministry program and is focused on 5th� 8thgrade students. Ministry is accomplished primarily through building transformative relationships with students, parents and volunteers in community. This position will work in close collaboration with the High School Ministry Pastor as an active member of the Youth Ministry leadership team.

SPECIFIC SKILLS NEEDED

Relational: We are in the people business. As an expression of loving God and loving others, the leader will exhibit a heart for people by connecting with students, volunteer staff and parents in a way that creates an environment that inspires students to become wholehearted followers of Jesus. This role requires the ability to work with various personality types and function as a member of Youth Ministry leadership team.

Organizational/Planning: Establish clear lines of communication with students, parents and volunteers. Exhibit a capacity to balance multiple activities with grace. This position also requires a capacity to learn and effectively use cloud-based productivity tools and document systems.

Self-Motivator: Many of the tasks of the leader require an individual to manage their time effectively and efficiently. This person will possess a strong work ethic and maintain a positive and proactive ministry environment anticipating needs before they arise.

Volunteer Recruiter: As a church, we are charged to, �equip the saints for works of service� (Ephesians 4). This position requires the ability to develop familiarity with our current attenders and the ability to draw on those networks to recruit volunteers.

Confidentiality: In the life of a church, confidentiality sustains a culture of trust and promotes confidence in those we serve. It is non-negotiable.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Junior High Ministry (50%)
Main speaker for Sunday evening youth meetings and talks.
Organize and implement Wednesday small groups including teaching and recruiting/coaching teachers.
One-on-one time with students for the purpose of shepherding including attending community extra curricular events.
Strategic planning meeting with the High School Pastor as part of the youth leadership team.
Recruit, develop and retain volunteer leaders.
Provide accurate communications to students and parents through email, GroupMe, Breeze, Social Media posts.
Youth Ministry Retreats and events.

Intermediate School Ministry (20%)
Main speaker/leader for Sunday Morning youth meetings.
Strategic planning meeting with the High School Pastor and the Elementary Director.
Recruit, develop and retain volunteer leaders.
Provide accurate communications to students and parents through email, GroupMe, Breeze, Social Media posts.

Social Media (10%)
Youth Social Media Team in collaboration with the Communications Director.

Margin (20%)
Office Admin/Staff Meetings and Prayer, Long-Term Planning, Cross-team Activities, Professional Development, Special Events, etc.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Experience and Background: A Bachelors degree in youth ministry or similar degree preferred and/or 3 years youth ministry experience. Must possess a vibrant and growing faith in Jesus Christ.