Job Overview

VISION: To equip young people with an understanding of how the gospel transforms the heart resulting in a lifelong relationship with God that honors Him in word and deed.

Education Requirements

Prefer an undergraduate degree in Youth Ministry, Bible or Theology; or have related life experience and ministry skills to positively affect the spiritual development in youth.

Character Requirements

• Exhibits a vibrant personal walk with Jesus Christ evidenced through personal devotion to scripture and active service in his local church and community.
• Exhibits a teachable heart and welcomes ongoing instruction and evaluation in his Christian walk and job performance to grow personally, spiritually and professionally.
• Exhibits a desire and excitement for pursuing formal and/or informal education and training, to enhance the church's overall ministries.
• Must agree with the EFCA Statement of Faith, Oxlip Church's Constitution, By-laws, Vision, Policies and Core Values.

Job Description

• Prepare and teach weekly age-specific youth group sessions and bible studies.
• Oversee the planning and execution of all youth events such as; camps, retreats, conferences, mission trips, fellowship events as well as provide opportunities for leadership development.
• Seek to develop ongoing relationships with parents and youth with an "approachable and open-minded demeanor" demonstrated through consistent communication, resourcing needs, counseling, encouragement and availability.
• Has awareness of the importance of confidentiality, however, uses wise discretion seeking direction from the Senior Pastor and Elders when needed.
• Understands the value of building and training a support team of faithful adults who have a desire to invest in the lives of teens.
• Participates in weekly staff meetings and monthly leadership meetings with the purpose of keeping the church leadership informed of the workings of the ministry as well as seeking guidance and encouragement when needed.
• Exhibits good stewardship of the youth ministry budget, building, and church van.
• Adheres to Child Protection guidelines and keeps background checks and volunteer applications current.
• Provides a written annual report for the congregation.
• Models good work ethics as demonstrated by efficiency and effectiveness.
• Possesses an understanding of current youth culture (i.e., technology, entertainment, etc.)
• Possesses a vision for growth that has potential to eventually make the youth director position into a full-time position.

Please note: this part-time Youth position could grow into a 40-hour full time position at some point. This role will require vision to build our current youth program in order to get to that point. This position could also be a 40-hour full time position now if taken with Oxlip's open Worship Pastor Position. If interested in the full-time position, please see description below and indicate in your correspondence whether you are interested in interviewing for the Youth Pastor/Director position only or both positions.

Worship Pastor/Director Job Posting

VISION: To glorify God and edify the saints in song every Lord's Day and at special events. This will be done by planning creative, inspiring, God-honoring services that incorporate multiple musical styles in order to lead our multi-generational congregation in worship.

Education Requirements

Prefer an undergraduate degree in Worship Ministry, Bible, Theology, or music and education; or have related life experience and ministry skills to positively affect the spiritual affections of believers for Sunday morning worship.

Character Requirements

• Exhibits a vibrant personal walk with Jesus Christ evidenced through personal devotion to scripture and active service in his local church and community.
• Exhibits a teachable heart and welcomes ongoing instruction and evaluation in his Christian walk and job performance to grow personally, spiritually and professionally.
• Exhibits a desire and excitement for pursuing formal and/or informal education and training, to enhance the church's overall ministries.
• Must agree with the EFCA Statement of Faith, Oxlip Church's Constitution, By-laws, Vision, Policies and Core Values.

Worship Job Responsibilities

• 15 hours a week dedicated to preparation & Sunday morning worship

• Manage music development of the church — identify, recruit and train new volunteers
• Responsible for scheduling on Planning Center of: musicians, vocalists, tech and media team (sound tech, video, computer), teams for funerals and weddings.

• Meet weekly with the Lead Pastor and staff members for vision, planning, prayer, accountability, and encouragement
• Plan worship services according to direction from the pastor in a timely manner, allowing for worship team preparation
• Plan special services and musical events
• Lead rehearsals and sound checks
• Maintain church-owned instruments and sound equipment through upkeep, updating, regular piano tuning, and purchasing new equipment/technology
• Maintain licensing for music, scheduling, and live streaming, including obligatory reporting to CCLI when required
• Cooperate with the decor coordinator to maintain a pleasing atmosphere in the sanctuary
• Set up ProPresenter with lyrics, graphics, sermon notes, and videos to be used during worship services and special events
• Foster an atmosphere of clear communication, excellence, unity and support in the worship team
• Develop an annual budget, and work within that budget
• Submit and present reports bi-annually to the congregation
• Participate in an annual review with the Lead Pastor