Summary

The Junior High Pastor is responsible for leading First Free’s ministry to students in grades 6-8. This includes:

Provide leadership and vision to Junior High volunteers.
Develop students and volunteers through the use of the Leadership Pipeline.
Assist in creating weekly programs, special events, retreats, mission trips, and camps designed to facilitate students’ spiritual development.
Provide Pastoral care to students and their families.

Structure

This position is a full-time, salaried (exempt) position of approximately 45-50 hours per week. The Junior High Pastor is part of the Family Ministries team and reports directly to the Pastor of Family Ministries.

Responsibility

Providing Biblically anchored content that meets Junior High students where they are
Strategically and meaningfully partner with parents to shepherd their families.
Oversee recruitment and training of volunteers.
Work with staff to develop leadership pathways for students and volunteers.
Provide pastoral care for students, parents, and leaders.
Create opportunities for students to serve and connect with the church body.
Oversee the planning and administration of Junior High camps, retreats, mission trips, and events.
Lead Junior High team to adhere to the Student Ministry’s safety/security procedures.
Oversee applicable portions of the Student Ministry budget.
Support the mission and vision of First Free Church.
Continue to grow professionally and spiritually by participating in outside opportunities, such as conferences, seminars, reading, and networking.
Other duties as assigned.

Salary: $30K-$59K

Requirements

Personal Qualifications

Character and Commitment

Demonstrates a genuine love for the Lord and other people with an authentic, transparent, Christ-centered lifestyle.
Is committed to the vision, values, and beliefs of First Free Church.
Must be a team player who is passionate about equipping the next generation.
Exhibits gifts that would contribute to this role, such as Leadership, Teaching, Shepherding, and Administration.
Able to communicate well with both students and adults.
Self-starter who can manage time and multi-task.
Ability to manage staff and budget
Committed lifelong learner

Minimum Qualifications

Four-year college degree or greater. Seminary or formal Bible training is a plus.
Experience leading a student ministry of 50 - 100 students.
Proven success in the following areas:
Recruiting, leading, and equipping adult volunteers
Providing Biblically sound and engaging content for large and small groups
Implementing and facilitating healthy small group ministries
Organizing, planning, and administrating student events, trips and activities

How to Apply

Please fill out the online application in order to be considered for the position. Thank you!

Primary Contact: Heather Wright

Email: hwright@efree.org

Phone: 6367792120

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