The Youth Pastor is responsible for providing spiritual, strategic, and organizational leadership for the youth ministry of Farley Community Church. This role oversees fellowship, worship, biblical teaching, discipleship, and evangelism for middle school and high school students. The Youth Pastor will cast vision for youth ministry consistent with FCC's mission and values and will partner with parents, volunteers, and church leadership to disciple students into lifelong followers of Jesus Christ.The Youth Pastor is expected to be actively present in the lives of students within church, school, and community contexts. This role seeks to cultivate an environment where students experience belonging, understand and believe the gospel, and grow into mature disciples who love and serve Christ and others.

QualificationsThe Youth Pastor must:Hold or be actively pursuing a bachelor's degree, preferably in Christian Ministry, Theology, or a related field, with demonstrated experience in youth ministryDemonstrate a clear calling and gifting for youth ministry, including a passion for evangelism, outreach, and discipleshipPossess strong leadership, relational, and communication skills with youth, parents, volunteers, and staffBe a self-motivated leader capable of casting vision, implementing strategy, and working independently with minimal supervisionExhibit strong administrative, organizational, and time-management abilitiesDemonstrate the ability to research and engage the local community using demographics, technology, and social media to reach unchurched youthWork collaboratively as a team member with FCC staff, committees, elders, and congregationShow proven ability to teach, mentor, and train youth toward spiritual maturityModel obedience to Scripture and maintain a consistent, prayer-centered spiritual lifePossess a clear testimony of a saving, sanctifying, and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a recognized call to ministry

Lifestyle and Character ExpectationsThe Youth Pastor is expected to:Publicly profess faith in Jesus Christ and pursue a growing relationship with God through prayer, Scripture, and spiritual disciplinesCommit to ongoing spiritual, personal, and professional development through reading, training resources, classes, conferences, and seminars (minimum annually)Model Christlike character and conduct in speech, actions, and relationshipsRepresent the vision, mission, and values of FCC in person and on social media platformsMaintain healthy, respectful working relationships with church staff and volunteersUphold confidentiality regarding counseling matters, financial records, personnel issues, and personal information of congregational membersPerform all duties in accordance with the bylaws, policies, and doctrinal standards of Farley Community Church

Primary ResponsibilitiesMinistry Leadership and DiscipleshipProvide leadership and oversight for all aspects of FCC's youth ministry in alignment with church goals and visionModel and promote a Christ-centered lifestyle among studentsEstablish and maintain meaningful pastoral relationships with youth to maximize spiritual impactProvide biblical teaching, counseling, and spiritual direction to youth and families as neededOutreach and Community EngagementBuild and lead a growing youth ministry team, including parents and student leadersActively engage unchurched youth within Farley and surrounding communitiesDevelop and maintain relationships with public and private schools, youth organizations, and community leadersEquip and mobilize students to share their faith and disciple others within their spheres of influenceProgramming and IntegrationPlan, prepare, and lead effective youth programming, including:Weekly middle school and high school gatheringsMonthly fellowship or outreach eventsOutreach initiativesAnnual summer camp and/or mission tripsIntegrate youth ministry into the broader life of the church to foster an intentionally intergenerational cultureCollaborate with church staff to develop new ministries as neededAdministration and CommunicationPrepare, manage, and oversee the annual youth ministry budget as approved by church leadershipManage student fees, fundraising activities, and mission trip finances responsiblyMaintain consistent communication with students and parents regarding events, vision, and ministry plansEncourage parent involvement and partnership in youth discipleshipParticipate in staff meetings, individual meetings, council meetings, and other required leadership meetingsPastoral and Church InvolvementAttend and participate in regular and special church servicesSupport parents in their Christian parenting roles in coordination with other pastoral staffPerform baptisms, weddings, funerals, hospital visits, and follow-up pastoral care as assignedAttend meetings as requested by the Personnel Committee and EldersPerform additional duties as assigned by the Church Pastors and Elders