Website First United Methodist Church of Graham NC
Director of Youth Ministries (Full-time)
Reports directly to: The Lead Pastor
Accountable to: The Staff-Parish Relations Committee
Overview:
The Director of Youth Ministries oversees a ministry that 1) seeks to help every 6th grade through 12th grade student grow into a mature disciple of Jesus Christ; and 2) fulfills the mission of FUMC.
Qualifications:
- a committed disciple of Jesus Christ and a passion for discipling youth.
- experience working with youth and adult youth volunteers.
- good organizational and communication skills.
- affirm United Methodist teachings.
- experience in social media and some tech skills/IT knowledge (website maintenance, CANVA, audio/visual, etc.) is highly desirable.
Description and Responsibilities:
- Develop/coordinate weekly, monthly, and yearly youth programs/events that promote a well-rounded understanding of discipleship (worship, service, fellowship, study, etc.).
- Clearly communicate all events to youth, parents, volunteers, and staff in a timely manner.
- Recruit adult volunteers and empower them for team ministry.
- Maintain the youth budget to ensure adequate funding of youth ministry.
- Attend weekly staff meetings.
- Plan/coordinate youth ministry trips (i.e. Pilgrimage, district/conference youth events, etc.).
- Build relationships with youth/families in the church and the wider Graham community.
- Attend monthly meetings of the Church Council to report on the state of youth ministry.
- Maintain/update all compliance forms/documents related to youth ministry (i.e. Safe Sanctuary policy, medical waivers, background checks, etc.).
- Consult with the Lead Pastor to develop confirmation classes.
To apply for this job email your details to duane@fumcgraham-nc.org