Youth Director

Part-Time Director of Youth Ministries

Position Overview

Smithfield Methodist Church (SMC) believes in making significant investments in the spiritual lives of the next generation. As the Director of Youth Ministries at SMC, you will serve as a spiritual leader and mentor to our church’s youth, encouraging their growth in faith during their formative teen years. This part-time permanent position involves planning, coordinating, and leading youth programs and activities that encourage biblical learning, fellowship, community service, and leads the youth to personal faith in Christ that is lived out in their daily lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual guidance, support, and mentorship to middle and high school students with emphasis on leading them to proclaiming, and living out, their faith in Christ.

• Develop and coordinate weekly youth group programming and curriculum.

• Encourage youth participation/leadership in worship services, outreach projects, and church-wide activities.

• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and Christ-focused environment for all youth.

• Engage with parents and church members to recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers for youth ministry programs (including “Ministry Safe” training).

• Communicate regularly with parents, church staff, and volunteers to keep them informed about upcoming events, activities, and opportunities for involvement. This includes a short article each month for publication in the church newsletter.

• Attend student functions at schools and home school events and grow relationships with the local school community. 

• Arrange, endorse, and lead special events, youth trips, and fundraisers for the youth group.

• Work with the Pastor in developing the overall youth program.

• Be accountable to the Pastor and Church Council for the work performed.

• Provide consistent financial and attendance reports for the youth program as needed.

• Maintain updated and accurate information on all youth inside of the SMC electronic database including name, address, phone number(s), age, school, and grade level.

• Attend special Youth Ministry related events within our church, district, or conference.

Qualifications

• Active Christian faith demonstrated in personal spiritual disciplines and dedication to church values.

• Demonstrate understanding of Wesleyan theology and polity.

• Experience working with youth in a church or similar setting preferred.

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively and relate well to young people and families.

• Background check required.

Hours and Compensation

This part-time position typically requires Sunday mornings, Wednesday evenings, plus occasional special events. Standard hours on Sunday and Wednesday are listed below however, hours can slightly vary depending on weekly activities. Hours will be divided between the office, youth events, and a limited amount of remote work.

• Sundays: 8 AM to 2 PM 

• Wednesdays: 5 PM to 9 PM

Compensation is commensurate with experience, starting at $17,000/year.

We are committed to growing the next generation in Christian discipleship and fostering a community where youth are valued, included, and supported by the whole congregation. We invite you to join the team at SMC to advance the kingdom of God!

We are Global Methodists, a traditional Christian church guided by the inspired Word of God and animated by the Holy Spirit. We believe that our faith in the teachings and resurrection of Jesus Christ is demonstrated by the fruit of our works as the Hands and Feet of Christ in the world. He was clear in His teachings. We are to love God, love our neighbor and go forth to all nations.