Youth Ministry Director

Littleton United Methodist Church (LUMC) is seeking an energetic leader to oversee its youth ministry working with youth (grades 6-12) and families. LUMC’s youth ministry has long-standing program traditions including weekly Sunday School, Sunday afternoon/evening youth fellowship, annual Youth Sunday and Silent Auction fundraiser, and summer mission trips for both middle school and high school youth. Seeking someone who can balance these established programs with their own creative, innovative ministry ideas as well. 

Job Overview:

• 20-25 hours per week (regular Sunday hours, weekly staff meetings, other hours flexible) 
• $26-$30 per hour (dependent upon education and experience)  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred in child/adolescent development, communications, business management, social work, theology, or related degree) 
• Professional and/or volunteer experience in working with youth and families 
• Familiar with use of Microsoft Office, social media, and current technology
• Ability to communicate and relate well to youth, parents/caregivers, volunteers, and LUMC staff   

Qualities of an ideal candidate:

• Experience in program development and leadership
• Self-motivated, creative, flexible 
• Familiar with doctrine and key tenets of the United Methodist Church / Wesleyan theology 
• Clear communication skills (both written and verbal) 
• Knowledge and understanding of child/adolescent development and current family systems 

Responsibilities:

• Development and oversight of curriculum and well-rounded youth ministry programming 
  • Weekly programming (Sunday School, UMYF - United Methodist Youth Fellowship, etc.)
  • Special events (retreats, summer mission trips, Youth Sunday, etc.)
  • Well-balanced  and interactive programs designed for youth engagement (education, spiritual development, fellowship opportunities, mission, outreach, etc.) 
  • Collaboration with LUMC staff to keep youth engaged with larger LUMC community  
• Recruit, train, and empower volunteers to serve in youth ministry in compliance with Safer Sanctuary policies 
• Clear and consistent communication with youth, families, volunteers, and LUMC staff 
• Management of youth budget and money earned via fundraising
• Address and care for individual youth and family needs as they arise 
• Create a safe and welcoming environment for youth and families from all backgrounds, identities, and faith experiences