What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Director of Children, Middle School and Youth Ministry (CMY) position at Ministry Architects?
About the Church
St. James Community Church Alpharetta is a vibrant congregation that celebrates all ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds. The church began over 150 years ago and continues to value and share the richness of its African American Heritage. St. James remains one of the fastest-growing congregations in Alpharetta. The church provides a faith community that exists to embrace, equip, and empower all people to follow the teachings of Jesus.
About the Ministry
The Children, Middle School, and Youth Ministry (CMY) is full of students who lead worship on Youth Sunday, serve in leadership roles, and desire to grow deeper in their faith. CMY is led by dedicated, passionate, and dependable servant leaders who consistently show up, build relationships, and guide students in their faith journey.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be an experienced, organized, forward-thinking person who will equip servant leader volunteers to guide children and youth to grow spiritually, lead through service, honor God, and walk in truth.
Key Responsibilities
- Provides spiritual and visionary leadership to develop, coordinate, and empower laity in all areas of CMY Ministries.
- Plans activities and coordinates, articulates, and implements the vision for CMY.
- Develops a comprehensive plan for the recruitment, mobilization, and utilization of volunteer servant workers within the CMY Ministry.
- Establishes relationships with local middle and high school principals and administrators to build a church presence within the educational community.
- Assists the pastoral staff with spiritual counseling and pastoral care to children and youth
Qualifications
- Strong spiritual and moral character. Must possess a demonstrated commitment to the Christian faith.
- Must have the ability to deal maturely and calmly with the public, including all conversations in a clear and pleasant manner and follow written and oral instructions with little supervision.
- Maintain confidentiality and discretion with matters related to the ministry.
- Punctuality and accountability are absolute requirements.
About the Community
Alpharetta, Georgia, offers a blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience, making it an attractive place to call home. The city has top-rated schools, providing excellent educational opportunities for families. Residents enjoy green spaces and parks, and Alpharetta's vibrant downtown area is filled with shops and restaurants and hosts cultural events.
Interested candidates can learn more and should apply at
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Alpharetta, GA 30009 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Alpharetta, GA 30009: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $60,000
