Youth Pastor

Church Size: 1100 – in 3 campuses

Affiliation: Assemblies of God

Location: Coralville, IA, (the broadcast location)

Job Type: Full Time – Salaried

Reports to: Campus Pastor/NextGen Director

Start Date: Negotiable

About the Position:

The Youth Pastor at LIFEchurch is a critical leadership role responsible for leading middle and

high school students to follow Jesus and become disciples.

We are looking for a strategic builder who will prioritize recruiting, developing, and

empowering a team of adult Serve Team members who will directly disciple students, rather

than trying to perform all the ministry themselves. Ultimately, you will partner closely with

parents and the broader NextGen team to create a connected, discipleship-driven pathway

from nursery through graduation.

Position Overview

• You will develop and help lead engaging weekly large group worship experiences and

Small Groups that guide middle and high school students into deeper discipleship.

• Your emphasis will be placed on small groups and discipleship vs. larger “hyped” events

– substance over show

• You will actively recruit, equip, and train a dedicated team of adult Serve Team

Members to help connect students to Jesus and to life-giving personal relationships

• You will plan, schedule, and coordinate dynamic events, including mission trips, summer

camps, and regular social gatherings.

• You will administer the annual budget for your ministry area.

• You will assist with church-wide pastoral staff responsibilities and serve as a member of

the Coralville Campus staff team.

• You will build foundational structures and systems to support ministry growth

• You will build strategic partnerships with parents, equipping and supporting them as

they lead their students’ spiritual development at home.

• You will develop meaningful connections within local schools, partnering with coaches

and administration in ways to help reach students on their own campuses with the good

news of Jesus

Education and Experience

• A degree (preferred) from a Christian College or University. Candidate must have biblical

training and be theologically astute and able to be comfortable in a geographic location

which highly values education.

• Credentialed with the Assemblies of God or committed to pursue the same.

• Experience preferred

Technology

• Comfortable with texting, email, major social media platforms, and AI

• Competent in use of Google Workspace applications (Gmail, Google Docs, Drive,

Calendar, and Meet)

• Possess the capacity to learn and master Planning Center Online – our Church

Management Software

Thelogy and Values Alignment

• Faithfully committed to personally follow and apply Biblical principles

• Possess a high level of integrity, loyalty, and honor for Godly leadership

• Spirit-baptized and able to teach about this reality, including speaking in tongues

• Committed to traditional Biblical values regarding marriage and God-created sexuality.

• Is in agreement with the Mission, Vision, and Values of LIFEchurch.

• Exudes a vibrant relationship with Jesus and love for the church.

Ministry Model

• More focused on small groups and discipleship than larger “hyped” events - substance

over show.

Personal Characteristics

• Vital daily walk with the Holy Spirit characterized by disciplined prayer and Bible reading

• Teachable and humble attitude with a servant’s heart.

• Superb leader and manager who is a self-starter.

• Possesses an obvious passion for youth and their families.

• Ability to teach others how to communicate to youth in large and small environments.

• Commitment to communicate well with parents.

• Ability to integrate technology into curriculum design and application.

• Ability to foster a passion in youth for local and global mission.

• A healthy chemistry with the leadership, members, and culture of LIFEchurch.

• Results driven, with a common focus of excellence throughout every assigned task.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience

• Benefits include: Health Plan, 403b Contribution, Cell Phone Assistance, Paid Time Off

Items Needed to Apply

1. Your Resume, with three non-relative references

2. A one-page statement describing what makes this position a good match for you

3. A description of a) How you came to salvation, b) How and when you were water

baptized, and c) How and when you were baptized in the Holy Spirit

Deadline and How to Apply

Send the above three items, in one email, to Candace McKeever, Executive Assistant:

Candace@Lifechurchnow.org

LIFEchurch is a multi-site church with three locations. The Coralville campus, part of the greater Iowa City area, is the broadcast location of the church. It sits in the shadow of the University of Iowa and an area which highly values education.

In this context the church is focused on making church a gathering of real people in a modern worship experience, where Christ is encountered in culturally relevant ways and where the radical expression of faith spurs our people to spread the love of Christ to all of Johnson County and beyond.