Youth Minister

Shepherd Staff is honored to be working with First Baptist Arlington in Arlington Texas as they search for their next Youth Minister. First Baptist Arlington is a historic multi-generational church located in the heart of Arlington with a deep commitment to intentional discipleship Gospel engagement and helping people flourish by following The Jesus Way together. The church is entering an exciting season focused on developing flourishing followers who are saved shepherded shaped and sent.

The Youth Minister will provide vision leadership and spiritual direction for students in grades 612 and their families. This leader will build upon a strong foundation cultivate meaningful relationships with students and parents strengthen discipleship pathways and develop a thriving ministry culture that helps students become lifelong followers of Jesus. Success will be measured not only by program effectiveness but by spiritual growth leadership development outreach impact and deep relational trust throughout the church family.

The ideal candidate will be:

Proven Ministry Leader

Demonstrates a track record of leading student ministries that grow both numerically and spiritually. The ideal candidate can create environments where students are engaged discipled and challenged to follow Jesus wholeheartedly.

Relational Leader and Trusted Shepherd

Builds trust naturally with students parents volunteers and church members. Creates a ministry culture where students feel known cared for and connected while maintaining healthy relationships with families.

Builder of a Flourishing Youth Ministry

Aligns with First Baptist Arlingtons discipleship framework by helping students become Saved Shepherded Shaped and Sent. Able to create intentional pathways that lead students toward spiritual maturity and active participation in the mission of God.

Creative and Courageous Outreach Leader

Effectively engages todays generation through thoughtful innovation cultural awareness and biblical conviction. Possesses a passion for reaching students who are far from Christ while remaining firmly grounded in Scripture.

Equipper of Parents and Volunteers

Understands that effective student ministry extends beyond weekly programming. Recruits develops and empowers parents and volunteers to play meaningful roles in discipling the next generation.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Youth Minister will oversee all aspects of the student ministry for middle school and high school students while partnering closely with families and church leadership. Reporting to the Discipleship MinisterFormation and serving alongside a collaborative ministry team this leader will help shape the next generation strategy of the church while contributing to the broader mission of First Baptist Arlington.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and oversee all student ministry environments programs and events for grades 612.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive discipleship strategy for students and families.
• Equip parents as the primary disciplers of their teenagers.
• Recruit train and shepherd volunteer leaders and ministry teams.
• Develop student leaders who serve influence and share the Gospel.
• Create pathways for outreach connection and assimilation of new students and families.
• Build meaningful relationships with local schools educators and community partners.
• Supervise student ministry staff and foster a healthy ministry culture.
• Oversee ministry operations budgeting communication and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with church staff to advance the mission and vision of First Baptist Arlington.

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