Eastside Baptist Church in Marianna, Florida is seeking a full-time minister to students and community outreach. This full-time position will provide leadership in areas such as youth, college and career, as well as community outreach; however, the main responsibility will be student ministry. The city of Marianna is within an hour and a half of several beaches, and one hour west of the state capital in Tallahassee. The current youth group attendance has declined during this season of transition, but we believe there is great opportunity for growth from within the church and the community.

Eastside Baptist Church is a multigenerational church running between 175-200 on Sunday mornings for worship. The Eastside church family supports our students and desires to see them grow in their walk with God and also in their personal development.

The minister to students and community outreach will be responsible for the planning, coordinating, training, and supervision of all activities of the student ministry (Grades 6-12) at Eastside Baptist Church as well as providing leadership / oversight in the areas of college and career ministry, and helping the church find creative ways to engage the community.

Job expectations:

· develop a youth ministry rooted in making disciples who are fully prepared for the next phase of life

· work with other ministerial staff to help shepherd the people of Eastside Baptist Church

· oversee youth budget and other budgets associated with this position

· recruit and develop volunteers to serve in ministry areas

· work with parents and volunteers in seeking their support and involvement

· maintain consistent office hours throughout the week

Requirements:

· passionate follower of Jesus Christ with a clear call/desire to work in youth ministry

· provide 3-5 references

· previous experience serving in youth ministry

· responsible for teaching youth Sunday morning small group and leading Wednesday night youth time – potential to also lead our current small college and career gatherings

· full agreement with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000

Other:

· some seminary training preferred

· some ministry experience preferred

· subject to a background and reference check

· competitive compensation will be based on criteria such as: experience, training/education, hours available, etc.

· compensation benefits may include employee insurance coverage, 2 to 1 up to 5% matching 403(b) contributions, paid leave, continuing education assistance, ministry expense account, and moving assistance

Please submit resume with cover letter to [email protected]