Summary

The Minister with Youth and their Families is responsible for the implementation of all Central Youth Ministries objectives, values, and programs, with general oversight of 7–12 ministry areas. These responsibilities include building relationships with students and their families; supervision of adult leaders; and oversight of all related programming.

All employees and volunteers are expected to reflect Central UMC’s core values and actively participate in the life of Central.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in developing staff, volunteers, and programs
• Facilitate teamwork among staff, volunteers, and parents
• Participate in NextGen Co-Op for vision and leadership
• Manage social media and weekly communications
• Meet with advisory council for planning and growth
• Oversee all program development and implementation
• Plan and lead youth programs and events
• Lead retreats and special events
• Build relationships with students and families
• Train and supervise volunteers
• Recruit and equip volunteer leaders
• Maintain Safe Gatherings compliance
• Coordinate publicity and communications
• Manage ministry budget
• Attend leadership meetings
• Perform additional duties as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities

Provides supervision and leadership to interns, parents, and volunteers.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required. Christian Education or related field preferred. Minimum four years of student ministry experience required.

Skills and Abilities

• Passion for working with students
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills
• Ability to plan and evaluate programs
• Ability to build and lead teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong organizational skills
• Positive role model

Technology Requirements

• Experience with standard office technology
• Familiarity with A/V and worship tech

Physical Demands

Must be able to move between environments, operate office equipment, communicate effectively, and lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment

Work occurs in office and offsite environments. Requires a driver’s license and travel. May include varying noise levels and weather exposure.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience

Youth ministry: 5 years preferred

Summary

The Minister with Kids and Their Families (K-4/5&6) is responsible for the implementation of all Central Kids K-4 / Mid Youth objectives, values, and programs, with oversight of a comprehensive discipleship program for children from kindergarten through 6th grade.

This role works under church leadership to fulfill the mission of Central UMC. All employees and volunteers are expected to reflect the church’s core values and actively participate in church life.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in developing staff, volunteers, and programs
• Facilitate teamwork among staff, volunteers, and parents
• Participate in NEXTGEN Council for vision and leadership
• Manage social media and weekly communications
• Oversee all program development and implementation
• Plan and lead children’s programs including Sunday School and events
• Lead special events including VBS
• Build relationships with families and leaders
• Train and supervise volunteers
• Recruit and equip volunteer leaders
• Maintain Safe Gatherings compliance
• Coordinate publicity and communications
• Manage ministry budget
• Attend leadership meetings
• Perform additional duties as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities

Provides direction, support, and supervision to volunteers, interns, and staff when applicable.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required. Christian Education or related field preferred. Minimum four years of ministry experience required.

Skills and Abilities

• Passion for children and families
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills
• Ability to plan and evaluate programs
• Ability to build and lead teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong organizational skills
• Positive role model

Technology Requirements

• Experience with standard office technology
• Familiarity with A/V and worship tech

Physical Demands

Must be able to move between environments, operate office equipment, communicate effectively, and lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment

Work occurs in office and offsite environments. Requires travel and a valid driver’s license. May include varying noise levels and weather exposure.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance