Student Ministries Director - The Gathering Place North Syracuse NY

Requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Oversee promote and lead Middle School High School and College Age Ministries regularly scheduled special events etc.

Recruit coordinate disciple and regularly train a team of Student Ministry Volunteers

Serve as the primary Biblical teacher and faithfully study prepare and handle the Word of God.

Create manage and maintain responsibilities for the Student Ministries calendar.

Establish and maintain regular and early channels of communication with parents regarding Student Ministries.

Work with Lead Pastor and TGP Kids Director to help lead quarterly meetings to inform and equip parents.

Support and equip parents through quarterly meetings communication and personal access.

Be committed to regularly gathering with the church family through Sunday Gatherings Gospel Communities and everyday life.

Direct recruitment and training of leaders/volunteers as needed for discipleship of students weekly activities and special events.

Develop a student leadership program for advanced discipleship and leadership development of our students.

Implement program management including security policies and procedures in support of weekly meetings and special events.

Plan and conduct periodic parent focus group meetings to assess the needs of student families.

Work with applicable staff to cast a vision and expectation for each student to be discipled through various mediums (e.g. individual discipleship small groups weekly gatherings summer camp etc.

Develop a consistent presence on school campuses schoolrelated activities and groups and community events.

Complete other duties as assigned

Manage and steward Student Ministries Budget and other resources

SPIRITUAL & CHARACTER QUALIFICATIONS:

Have a clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a passionate growing personal relationship with Him

Meet the biblical qualifications for an overseer (I Timothy 3:17; Titus 1:59

Possess the spiritual gifts of teaching (Romans 12:7 leadership (Romans 12:8 and administration (I Corinthians 12:28

Natural catalyst with high sense of urgency drive and energy

Pastoral heart of care and support

Excellent interpersonal skills

Have a teachable spirit humble heart and willingness to be held accountable

Strong verbal and written communication skills

High ability to handle confidential information

Be (or become) a member of TGP upon employment

Be an active and supportive member of a local Gospel Community ideally helping to lead one alongside a team

TEAM RESPONSIBILITIES:

Schedule and execute monthly meetings with Lead Pastor for ministry updates

Participate in Teaching Team discussions trainings and plannings when scheduled

Work in conjunction with TGP Kids Director to develop and maintain a cohesive strategy for students K12

Help and support other team members when needed and feasible

Attend one Student Ministries focused conference or training a year for continuing development and exposure to best practices

Coordinate and communicate consistently with XP for facilities and resources usage

Support the Mission and Vision of TGP

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

3years experience as a staff member in a ministry leadership capacity preferred

Bachelors Degree required and Seminary training preferred

Engagement in Continuing Education focused on ministry development

Benefits

Reports to: Lead Pastor

Position: Full time

Compensation: Salary with benefits FLSA EXEMPT

Weekly Hours: 4050hrs

Compensation: commensurate with experience/qualifications

The Process

Please look over this job description. Along with your resume please answer these questions:

Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Student Ministries Director at TGP

Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Student Ministries Director at TGP

In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of TGP