Job Overview

JOB OVERVIEW AND OBJECTIVE

The Student Ministry Pastor will be someone with a vision to reach and disciple junior and senior high students and will oversee the implementation of ministry activities that encourage and support the spiritual growth of those students. The Student Ministry Pastor will also equip parents to lead their students to a life-changing pursuit of Christ, as well as disciple and lead the Student Ministry staff.

JOB CATEGORY Full-time salary, exempt

Job Description

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop a vibrant Student Ministry that identifies the needs and interests of junior and senior high students and provides discipleship that prepares them for future impact.
• Lead Sunday morning bible study and the midweek gathering
• Oversee and develop Student Ministry home groups
• Participate in all levels of Leadershift, including developing coaches and coordinators for all areas of Student Ministry, including Sunday morning, Wednesday evening, and special events.
• Work closely with coordinators and coaches to ensure the effective recruiting, training, and ongoing discipleship of small group leaders and special events volunteers.
• Support parents by providing resources in the areas of baptism/salvation and parenting students in our current culture.
• Communicate regularly with parents and oversee the development of opportunities for family experiences.
• Disciple and lead Student Ministry staff.
• Ensures that all Student Ministry programming environments are in line with the Grace Way standards of excellence, care, safety, and engagement, which includes curriculum, space usage, parent experience, safety protocols, special events, and small groups.

GRACE STAFF EXPECTATIONS

• Maintain an active relationship with Jesus Christ sustained through the practice of personal spiritual disciplines.
• Embody Christlikeness and lead with humility, character, and love
• Demonstrate commitment to unity and a willingness to work in a collaborative team environment
• Be personally engaged with GBC's mission, vision, and strategy
• Support GBC's beliefs, core values, and practices as outlined in the Doctrinal Statement
• Attend staff and leadership meetings as scheduled
• Meet weekly with the Spiritual Formation Pastor
• Maintain annual Ministry Partner agreement
• Stay up to date on all activities and ministries at all GBC campuses to effectively disseminate information as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS · Bachelor's degree or higher · Experience working with student ministry

CORE COMPETENCIES AND GIFTINGS · Relational leader with the ability to inspire, attract, and develop individuals personally and for leadership · Planning and organizational skills with ability to execute and follow-through · Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with individuals and team members at all levels · Ability to clearly communicate vision, goals, and tasks · Effective team builder and motivator · Professional and proactive work ethic · Ideal spiritual gifts – Leadership, Discernment, Wisdom, Pastor/Shepherd