COTTONWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH

Job Description

Job Title:         Youth Minister                                                       Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports and Responsible to:  Pastor                                              Part-time position

Primary Purpose:

Develop and provide spiritual, relational, organizational, and administrative leadership to the youth (grades 7-12) with Discipleship being a priority

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Church bus driver certification /endorsement

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Must affirm the “The Baptist Faith and Message, 2000 version” without reservation

Have a sense/call and a passion for working with youth and team members

Have spiritual maturity and high moral and ethical standards (1 Timothy 3:2-7, Titus 1:6-9)

Be friendly and enthusiastic

Have effective organizational, communication, interpersonal, and verbal skills

Have effective computer/technology skills

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Plan and implement the design of the youth program under the direction of the pastor
2. Provide leadership in teaching Sunday school, discipleship training, and Wednesday night activities
3. Train, equip, and nurture the leadership of the Student Ministry
4. Integrate students into the church body for service and discipleship opportunities
5. Support the entire direction and program of the church
6. Work with the youth committee in carrying out the spiritual and social programs as needed
7. Encourage and provide learning opportunities for parents of the youth
8. Coordinate (with the assistance from the youth committee) special events or programs such as: youth emphasis services, retreats, evangelism, mission endeavors and camps
9. Plan all youth committee meetings and coordinate with the pastor’s secretary to avoid conflicts with other committee meetings
10. Be responsible for the basic care of the youth building and church bus after its use
11. Attend training and/or professional development as needed or required
12. Submit receipts and invoices to the treasurer in a timely manner
13. Advise the pastor of any absences (anticipated or not)
14. Be responsible for other duties as assigned by the pastor

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress; moderate walking, bending, lifting

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.