Youth Pastor/Director

YOUTH PASTOR JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:
Youth Pastor/Director

DEPARTMENT:
City Youth

SUPERVISOR:
Lead Pastor

CHURCH MEMBERSHIP:
Required

COMPENSATION:

$25/hr

TIME COMMITMENT:
Part-time (20 hrs/week)

ABOUT US:
We are a vibrant, multi-generational church in Bremerton, WA. committed to connecting people to God and each other through the gospel of Jesus Christ. Our mission is simple yet profound: to love God, love people, and share the gospel. Through worship, fellowship, and community engagement, we foster growth and maturity in believers, welcome non-believers to salvation, and work toward the betterment of our community and the world.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Youth Pastor/Director to lead our middle and high school ministry. The ideal candidate will have a heart for youth ministry and a desire to help students know, grow, and flourish in their relationship with Jesus Christ.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Active, growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ
- Valid Washington State driver's license
- Must pass a nationwide background check
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Experience working with middle and high school students
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships with youth and their families

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Previous youth ministry experience
- Commitment to ongoing theological education

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and implement engaging youth ministry programs
- Mentor and disciple students in their faith journey
- Build relationships with parents and families
- Collaborate with church leadership and volunteer teams
- Create safe, inclusive environments for spiritual growth
- Plan and lead youth events, activities, and mission opportunities

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
- Strong spiritual maturity and ability to provide guidance
- Excellence in verbal and written communication
- Creative approach to youth ministry and program development
- Demonstrated emotional maturity and stability
- Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse groups
- Team player with strong collaborative skills
- Self-motivated with excellent organizational abilities

PERSONAL QUALITIES:
- Demonstrates humility and teachability
- Shows curiosity about youth and their families
- Maintains high standards of integrity and ethical behavior
- Exhibits reliability and strong work ethic
- Shows adaptability and openness to new ideas
- Actively engages with the community
- Aligns with church values and doctrine

HOW TO APPLY:
Please forward your resume with three references in a Word Document or PDF format to office@citychapel.cc. In a separate attached Word or PDF document, please answer each of the following questions in 1000 words or less.

1. What is your statement of faith?
2. In today's cultural landscape, questions of sexuality and gender identity are increasingly prominent among young people. As a youth leader, how do you approach these subjects from both a biblical and pastoral perspective? Please share the Scripture passages that guide your understanding, and explain how you would create an environment where students can honestly wrestle with these questions while growing in their faith. Include biblical references that inform your approach to teaching both truth and grace.

Please also attach a video YouTube/Vimeo (preferred) or Audio link example of your current preaching or teaching style.

Please visit our website for more information about our church: www.citychapel.cc

*We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a diverse team representing our community.*

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