STUDENT MINISTRY DIRECTOR JOB DESCRIPTION
- Objectives
1.) To serve alongside the Fellowship Students Ministry as they partner with the greater mission and vision of The Fellowship as we become whole people who take the whole gospel to the whole world.
2.) To effectively and strategically co-lead the Fellowship Students by partnering with parents, equipping leaders, and developing relationships, programs, and events to disciple students. Special emphasis will be placed on the discipleship of girls and overseeing the strategy, vision, and execution of LIFE Group ministry.
- Areas of Responsibility and Associated Actions
Girls Ministry
- Develop relationships with and create a specific strategy and plan for the discipleship of girls in the Fellowship Students
- Shepherd and/or facilitate all pastoral care issues that arise regarding girls
- Recruit, train, and support female adult volunteers in the discipleship of girls
- Coordinate and execute special events for girls as needed
- Partner with The Fellowship staff to develop resources for girls and their parents: Purity for Life, Preparing for Adulthood, etc.
Student Worship Ministry:
- Lead and develop the student worship ministry
- Recruit, support, and lead adult volunteers in needed roles and positions
- Provide regular training and communication with adult volunteers
- Communicate weekly with parents (via email) regarding ministry plans and needs
- Communicate and coordinate with the Lead Student Pastor on ministry vision, strategy, and needs
- Recruit, train and lead students to understand the heart of worship and provide a weekly worship experience during Sunday morning service.
LIFE Groups
- Lead and develop the Sunday/Wednesday night, LIFE Group ministry
- Shepherd all pastoral care issues that arise in girl’s LIFE Groups
- Oversee LIFE Group programming and curriculum development
- Recruit, support, and lead adult volunteers in needed roles and positions
- Provide regular training and communication with adult volunteers
- Maintain background checks and accountability with all adult volunteers
- Communicate weekly with parents regarding ministry program, curriculum, and highlights
- Communicate and coordinate with the Lead Student Pastor on ministry vision, strategy, and needs
Sunday Morning Ministry:
- Support Lead Student Pastor in the shepherding of the Fellowship Students Sunday morning ministry
- Support development of Sunday morning programming, curriculum, and small group material
- Support in the leadership of adult small group leaders
- Support in shepherding of small groups as needed
- Communicate and coordinate with the Lead Student Pastor on ministry strategy and needs
Overall Fellowship Students Program and Church Development & Support:
- Continuously evaluate the needs of students as well as current ministry programs in light of overall mission and vision and when necessary, recommend improvements and changes
- Coordinate with staff in leadership and execution of large events such as Camp, Mission’s Trips, Winter Retreat, Service Opportunities, etc.
- Effectively market and publicize activities to parents and students through the church website, email, social media, etc.
- Participate in and offer input at Pastoral, Discipleship Team, and All Staff meetings
DUTIES
- Points of Interaction
Receives input from:
Executive Pastor
Lead Student Pastor
Pastoral Staff Members
Works with:
All staff in a variety of interactions, but particularly:
Lead Student Pastor
Student Ministry Staff
Produces deliverables for (internal):
Lead Student Pastor
Produces deliverables for (external):
Members and visitors with students in the student ministry
- Skills
Professional and Prepared Ability to cast vision
Communication; both written and verbal Organized and Responsive
Disciples Students; individual/small group Problem Solver
Recruiter and Developer of Leaders Prioritization of Tasks/Goals
Strategic Thinker and Decision Maker Takes Initiative
III. Traits & Characteristics
Love for God and people Relatable and Likeable
Prayerful and Spirit-led High Energy and Joyful
Leader of Leaders Able to see the “Big Picture”
Servant Attitude Coachable/Willing to Learn
Assertive, but Flexible Team Player
Innovative and Confident Motivating and Inspiring
- Education & Experience
A call to vocational ministry
Minimum 2-year full or part-time, ministry experience, or equivalent experience
Baptized Christian