Job Opportunities

Student Minister

Nonprofit | Baptist (Other)

Cowboy Fellowship
Jourdanton, Texas, United States
Jourdanton, TX 78626
https://ministryhire.com/job/student-minister?utm_source=UTM0176

Full-Time

Posted: Oct 7, 2025

Application Deadline: Nov 3, 2025

Description

Purpose: The Student Minister is responsible for designing, coordinating, and overseeing a comprehensive

youth ministry program (7th-12th Grades) focused on building young disciples for Christ. Areas of focus

include group building, worship, discipleship, mission, outreach, and building a strong team of volunteers. The Student Minister must also serve as an engaging spiritual leader and role model and possess a strong

biblical perspective.

Primary Responsibilities:

● Communicate with church leadership, staff, parents, and congregation in a timely manner utilizing available resources (email, website, social media, bulletin, etc.) about the student ministry.

● Plan, develop, and implement all aspects of a balanced and engaging student ministry.

• Identify the needs and interests of teens within the church and community.

• Evaluate existing programs to determine effectiveness.

• Provide ministry and mission opportunities for students throughout the year.

● Teach biblically sound sermons and studies that lead and inspire students to deepen their walk with God.

● Research resources and make recommendations for developing the student ministry programming.

● Pursue and participate in continuing education events and training opportunities within student ministry practices.

● Mentor students and provide counseling and spiritual direction that aligns with church ministry strategy and plans.

● Maintain a successful progression between children’s ministry, student ministry, and young adult ministry.

● Provide oversight and direct supervision to volunteer student leaders, student ministry leaders, and other staff and volunteers.

● Recruit and train volunteers to work in and ensure adequate volunteer support in all aspects of student ministry.

● Maintain accurate records of student participation.

● Compile and manage the student ministry budget for reporting purposes.

● Maintain a flexible schedule that allows for approved and scheduled visits with youth in a variety of ways (i.e. attendance at extracurricular activities, times of crisis, etc.).

● Collaborate with church staff members in a cohesive and open team environment.

● Attend and participate in weekly/monthly staff and leadership meetings.

● Perform other ministry tasks as assigned by the Senior Pastor.

● Oversee the Children’s Ministry in the absence of the Children’s Minister.

● Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Qualifications: Two to four years of experience in student/youth ministry is preferred. Experience in mentoring, counseling, and student development is also preferred. A seminary degree or formal training is preferred but not required. Candidates should also have the following job-related experience:

● Exhibit a personal and growing relationship with God

● Developing, organizing, and effectively managing large youth programs of 80-150 students

● Planning events such as summer camp, discipleship weekends, conferences, and other large events.

● Effectively working with children, teenagers, young adults, and diverse groups

● Experience and training related to:

• organizing volunteer efforts (20+ volunteers)

• public relations

• leadership skills

• exercising discretion with confidential information

• program/meeting planning

● Coordinating activities and compiling and/or disseminating information related to youth programs/events, civic activities, meeting/travel arrangements, etc.

● Technology skills such as general operating, Microsoft Suite applications, Google Drive, Google

Calendar, social media, video editing, visual graphics, etc.

● Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills

● Possess healthy conflict management skills

● Lead, Love, and disciple your family well.

○ If married, your spouse must be supportive and active in the church

● Practice regular time with God in Prayer and study to keep your faith growing.

● Steward your personal finances in a biblical manner, beginning with, but not limited to, the tithe 10% at Cowboy Fellowship.

● Maintain balance by observing time off, vacation, and pacing that indicate reliance on God rather than mere human effort that leads to burnout.

● Be accountable to others who help you in your personal life and to lead well.

● Be honest and transparent in all relationships and communication.

● Be submissive to and supportive of the Senior Pastor and his vision for the church.

● Be a team player by coordinating with and participating in the life of the church through other ministries, events, activities, etc.

● Highly effective leader with high energy and an engaging personality.

● Be a team builder and equipper and a high-capacity visionary leader.

● Have the heart of a disciple maker and leader developer (Ephesians 4:11-12)

● Be flexible and highly adaptable.

● Be passionate about and exhibit and be able to express a clear calling for student ministry (7th -12th Grade)

● Qualified candidates will possess at least a basic understanding of and vision for a children’s ministry and

be willing to work closely with, support, and fill in for the children's minister when needed.

To submit your application, please visit the link below.

https://ministryhire.com/job/student-minister?utm_source=UTM0176

Salary: Undisclosed

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