Purpose: The Student Minister is responsible for designing, coordinating, and overseeing a comprehensive youth ministry program (7th-12th Grades) focused on building young disciples for Christ. Areas of focus include group building, worship, discipleship, mission, outreach, and building a strong team of volunteers. The Student Minister must also serve as an engaging spiritual leader and role model and possess a strong biblical perspective.

Primary Responsibilities: ● Communicate with church leadership, staff, parents, and congregation in a timely manner utilizing available resources (email, website, social media, bulletin, etc.) about the student ministry. ● Plan, develop, and implement all aspects of a balanced and engaging student ministry. • Identify the needs and interests of teens within the church and community. • Evaluate existing programs to determine effectiveness. • Provide ministry and mission opportunities for students throughout the year. ● Teach biblically sound sermons and studies that lead and inspire students to deepen their walk with God. ● Research resources and make recommendations for developing the student ministry programming. ● Pursue and participate in continuing education events and training opportunities within student ministry practices. ● Mentor students and provide counseling and spiritual direction that aligns with church ministry strategy and plans. ● Maintain a successful progression between children's ministry, student ministry, and young adult ministry. ● Provide oversight and direct supervision to volunteer student leaders, student ministry leaders, and other staff and volunteers. ● Recruit and train volunteers to work in and ensure adequate volunteer support in all aspects of student ministry. ● Maintain accurate records of student participation. ● Compile and manage the student ministry budget for reporting purposes. ● Maintain a flexible schedule that allows for approved and scheduled visits with youth in a variety of ways (i.e. attendance at extracurricular activities, times of crisis, etc.). ● Collaborate with church staff members in a cohesive and open team environment. ● Attend and participate in weekly/monthly staff and leadership meetings. ● Perform other ministry tasks as assigned by the Senior Pastor. ● Oversee the Children's Ministry in the absence of the Children's Minister. ● Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Qualifications: Two to four years of experience in student/youth ministry is preferred. Experience in mentoring, counseling, and student development is also preferred. A seminary degree or formal training is preferred but not required. Candidates should also have the following job-related experience: ● Exhibit a personal and growing relationship with God ● Developing, organizing, and effectively managing large youth programs of 80-150 students ● Planning events such as summer camp, discipleship weekends, conferences, and other large events. ● Effectively working with children, teenagers, young adults, and diverse groups ● Experience and training related to: • organizing volunteer efforts (20+ volunteers) • public relations • leadership skills • exercising discretion with confidential information • program/meeting planning ● Coordinating activities and compiling and/or disseminating information related to youth programs/events, civic activities, meeting/travel arrangements, etc. ● Technology skills such as general operating, Microsoft Suite applications, Google Drive, Google Calendar, social media, video editing, visual graphics, etc. ● Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills ● Possess healthy conflict management skills ● Lead, Love, and disciple your family well. ○ If married, your spouse must be supportive and active in the church ● Practice regular time with God in Prayer and study to keep your faith growing. ● Steward your personal finances in a biblical manner, beginning with, but not limited to, the tithe 10% at Cowboy Fellowship. ● Maintain balance by observing time off, vacation, and pacing that indicate reliance on God rather than mere human effort that leads to burnout. ● Be accountable to others who help you in your personal life and to lead well. ● Be honest and transparent in all relationships and communication. ● Be submissive to and supportive of the Senior Pastor and his vision for the church. ● Be a team player by coordinating with and participating in the life of the church through other ministries, events, activities, etc. ● Highly effective leader with high energy and an engaging personality. ● Be a team builder and equipper and a high-capacity visionary leader. ● Have the heart of a disciple maker and leader developer (Ephesians 4:11-12) ● Be flexible and highly adaptable. ● Be passionate about and exhibit and be able to express a clear calling for student ministry (7th -12th Grade) ● Qualified candidates will possess at least a basic understanding of and vision for a children's ministry and be willing to work closely with, support, and fill in for the children's minister when needed.

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