Youth Minister

Dogwood Church in Athens, TX is currently seeking a part-time youth minister who is passionate about evangelism to and discipleship of youth. The time requirements are 10-12 hours a week. Salary is $12,000 a year. An additional stipend is available for extra hours worked during the summer months. See the job description below. For those interested, please send the following items to:  davidlwilly@gmail.com

• A cover letter and resume
• Any video or audio links that display teaching or leading in a youth ministry setting

Job Description

               Personal Characteristics and Requirements:

• Has an active faith in Jesus and is an active member in good standing in their local church.
• Actively engaged in regular personal Bible study and prayer and show a desire to grow in relation to Jesus Christ by attitude, action, and behavior
• Known by others as a man of character in line with the character traits described in 1 Timothy 3:1-13
• In agreement with Dogwood Church’s Statement of Beliefs.

Education and Experience

• Either a bachelor’s degree in a related ministry field or 4 years’ experience in ministry or in a field working with youth aged students
• Has experience with leading and or serving in youth ministry

Required Skills

• Proficient in teaching Scripture with a knowledge of essential doctrines of the Gospel
• Able to recruit, train, and lead a team of volunteers with a spirit of collaboration
• Good communication skills working with all ages of people
• Able to work well with youth and serve as a role model in the faith and invest in student’s lives

Youth Ministry Duties

• Provide leadership, vision, and oversight to our youth ministry (6^th-12^th grades)
• Prepare and teach youth lessons for Sunday School and Wednesday night
• Provide counsel and discipleship to students and parents
• Develop a ministry that prioritizes discipleship
• Develop and implement evangelism strategies and trainings to reach other youth for Christ
• Plan and coordinate multiple gatherings that include, but not limited to: Youth Camp, Disciple Now, and other youth gatherings throughout the year to promote discipleship
• Provide tools and resources for parents that can help them as they raise their students in the faith

Working relationships

• Reports directly to the senior pastor and is under the authority of the elder board
• Willingness to work as a team member as part of the overall ministry of Dogwood Church
• Maintain office hours appropriate to the position and necessary tasks
• Maintains regular communication with parents/guardians regarding the youth ministry and concerning the needs of their students