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Job Title: Pastor, Newlands Youth
Direct Oversight: Scott Denton, Pastor
Summary of Position
Develop an effective youth ministry that will lead students into an intimate relationship with God by helping them Know God, Belong to Family, Discover Purpose, and Build the Kingdom.
Create a discipleship strategy that includes an impactful group structure to help students grow in a Biblical worldview and Christian maturity.
Develop adult leaders who will invest in the spiritual lives of youth.
Principle Responsibilities Modeling Biblical Priorities
Responsible for upholding Biblical priorities and core values of Newlands Church. The Pastor should represent a growing personal relationship with Christ. He/she should model a strong relationship with his or her spouse (if married) and children (if applicable). The Pastor strives to fulfill his or her purpose in life and ministry while demonstrating integrity in words, relationships, and actions. These objectives are accomplished by:
Committing to a daily quiet-time with God.
Participating in and/or leading a Newlands Church group on a regular basis.
Setting appropriate boundaries to protect character and integrity.
Developing personal evangelism opportunities within and outside the church.
Supporting the ministries of Newlands Church by faithfully tithing.
Adhering to and encompassing the Core Vision and Values of Newlands Church employees
Team Dynamics
Lead a team comprised of both staff and volunteers
Develop leaders and team members to ensure ministry excellence
Oversee the organization and electronic storage of trainings and resources
Define, communicate and monitor best practices and policies for each area
Manage and oversee all scheduling of team members in a way that aligns with the culture and vision of Newlands Church, specifically a culture of rest and allowing them to attend a weekly service.
Oversee workflows to process new team members
Provide leadership as a member of the Central Team to Youth staff and volunteers at all locations. Provide valuable insights into future Youth facility needs and portable contexts
Oversee special events for Youth ministry, i.e. summer camps/gatherings, outreach, etc.
General Responsibilities
Pastoral leadership of Youth Ministry
Must have ability to communicate vision to parents, students and volunteers
Develop systematic team building and leadership development within the ministry
Work with your direct oversight to develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive youth ministry that fits within the overall vision of the church
Develop and implement a strategy to help students grow deeper in their knowledge of the Word of God and areas such as Biblical Worldview, apologetics, and evangelism
Oversee weekly groups and monthly events for students from 6th to 12th grade
Recruit, train, and develop Youth Ministry leaders and volunteers
Develop and distribute volunteer resources necessary to lead effectively
Partner with the Kid’s Pastor to develop cohesive ministries with an intentional transition from Kid’s Ministry to Youth Ministry
Consistent involvement with the pastoral needs of the students and leaders.
Creating a service environment within the monthly gatherings that connects students to Growth Path, Build Team, to worship, pray, build healthy community, and challenges them to grow as leaders within the church
Student Groups
Oversee all Newlands Youth groups in coordination with the Newlands Groups team
Research and determine principal student group locations
Recruit and train adult/parent group leaders
Select, edit, and distribute existing curriculum for group leaders
Regular Events
Plan and host regular events for Youth Ministry
Recruit and train a full complement of volunteers for events
Effectively utilize existing curriculum to develop and deliver messages intended to engage students
Work with the Worship department to create engaging worship for weekly events
Annual Events
Utilize annual events to enhance the overall Youth Ministry, i.e. camps, retreats, mission trips
Other Responsibilities
Engage in continued personal development as an effective communicator
Continued focus on growing as a leader of students, parents, and volunteers
Thrive as a recruiter and developer of people
The DNA of a Newlands Leader At Newlands, we seek to build and nurture a culture for our organization that produces and protects a God-honoring atmosphere. We lay the foundation for this by personally living out Newlands’s values and instilling them in all who work alongside us on our staff. Our values can be described by three words: spiritual, professional, and relational. By upholding these values, we can better serve the Kingdom through our vision, mission, and purpose. We pursue growth in all areas through oversight, consistent and honest feedback, evaluation, and communication. We seek to create an environment that consistently grows servant leaders in every area.
Spiritual Being spiritual is having
God-centered influence
grounded in scriptural truth and empowered by the Holy Spirit. We value being
teachable
and
humble , fostering a culture of kindness, trust, loyalty, and honor. We are also
servant-hearted
as we focus on building the
kingdom
and being full of
faith
to hear, believe, and obey God.
Professional Being professional is producing high-
quality
work in a
productive
manner while operating in a culture of excellence, not perfectionism, to support Newlands’s mission. We
steward Newlands’s vision and purpose
while upholding high
leadership
standards regardless of position and lead with love, remaining above reproach in our
conduct .
Relational Being relational is valuing relationships over results. We show
integrity
by being humble, honest, trustworthy, and
accountable
to one another and the Lord. We are unified in supporting the needs of our organization— collaborating
together, being
approachable
in every situation, and having fun along the way! We are also
compassionate —always extending mercy and grace balanced with truth.
Required Skills and Job Complexity a) Unique Skills and Knowledge
Ability to communicate the Gospel through various creative means to children of all ages and their parents
Proficient written and verbal communication skills
Ability to have positive and negative conversations with leaders, staff, and parents
Have a heart for excellence
Team building and leadership skills
Must be detail oriented
Operational and project management
Ability to multi-task
b) Problem Solving and Decision Making
Solution oriented
Strategic thinking
Conflict resolution
Being willing to check in with your leaders to ensure you have their heart in major decision making
Adaptability
Positive attitude in approach to problem solving
c) Preferred Education/Certification(s)
Bachelor’s degree or higher in biblical, theological or ministries studies is preferred
Experience: 3-5 years of experience in the field or a related area
d) Physical Capabilities
Must be able to sit for long periods of time
Be comfortable with being fully engaged and excited
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
Competencies Critical to this Position Core Competencies Highly self-motivated Detail oriented Leads effectively Proactive Teachability Strategic thinking Submitted to authority and overall vision of Newlands Church
Technical Competencies
Microsoft Office
Planning Center Online
ProPresenter
Slack, Basecamp
CPR Certification preferred or willing to complete
Ministry Safe, Sexual Abuse training
This description is not all inclusive, and other duties may be assigned as necessary. Newlands Church does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law as it applies to churches. However, Newlands Church does discriminate on the basis of religion.
Employment Requirement: All Staff must be a member or become a member of Newlands Church upon employment
See full profile of the position, church, and area HERE.
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Summary of Position
Develop an effective youth ministry that will lead students into an intimate relationship with God by helping them Know God, Belong to Family, Discover Purpose, and Build the Kingdom.
Create a discipleship strategy that includes an impactful group structure to help students grow in a Biblical worldview and Christian maturity.
Develop adult leaders who will invest in the spiritual lives of youth.
Principle Responsibilities Modeling Biblical Priorities
Responsible for upholding Biblical priorities and core values of Newlands Church. The Pastor should represent a growing personal relationship with Christ. He/she should model a strong relationship with his or her spouse (if married) and children (if applicable). The Pastor strives to fulfill his or her purpose in life and ministry while demonstrating integrity in words, relationships, and actions. These objectives are accomplished by:
Committing to a daily quiet-time with God.
Participating in and/or leading a Newlands Church group on a regular basis.
Setting appropriate boundaries to protect character and integrity.
Developing personal evangelism opportunities within and outside the church.
Supporting the ministries of Newlands Church by faithfully tithing.
Adhering to and encompassing the Core Vision and Values of Newlands Church employees
Team Dynamics
Lead a team comprised of both staff and volunteers
Develop leaders and team members to ensure ministry excellence
Oversee the organization and electronic storage of trainings and resources
Define, communicate and monitor best practices and policies for each area
Manage and oversee all scheduling of team members in a way that aligns with the culture and vision of Newlands Church, specifically a culture of rest and allowing them to attend a weekly service.
Oversee workflows to process new team members
Provide leadership as a member of the Central Team to Youth staff and volunteers at all locations. Provide valuable insights into future Youth facility needs and portable contexts
Oversee special events for Youth ministry, i.e. summer camps/gatherings, outreach, etc.
General Responsibilities
Pastoral leadership of Youth Ministry
Must have ability to communicate vision to parents, students and volunteers
Develop systematic team building and leadership development within the ministry
Work with your direct oversight to develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive youth ministry that fits within the overall vision of the church
Develop and implement a strategy to help students grow deeper in their knowledge of the Word of God and areas such as Biblical Worldview, apologetics, and evangelism
Oversee weekly groups and monthly events for students from 6th to 12th grade
Recruit, train, and develop Youth Ministry leaders and volunteers
Develop and distribute volunteer resources necessary to lead effectively
Partner with the Kid’s Pastor to develop cohesive ministries with an intentional transition from Kid’s Ministry to Youth Ministry
Consistent involvement with the pastoral needs of the students and leaders.
Creating a service environment within the monthly gatherings that connects students to Growth Path, Build Team, to worship, pray, build healthy community, and challenges them to grow as leaders within the church
Student Groups
Oversee all Newlands Youth groups in coordination with the Newlands Groups team
Research and determine principal student group locations
Recruit and train adult/parent group leaders
Select, edit, and distribute existing curriculum for group leaders
Regular Events
Plan and host regular events for Youth Ministry
Recruit and train a full complement of volunteers for events
Effectively utilize existing curriculum to develop and deliver messages intended to engage students
Work with the Worship department to create engaging worship for weekly events
Annual Events
Utilize annual events to enhance the overall Youth Ministry, i.e. camps, retreats, mission trips
Other Responsibilities
Engage in continued personal development as an effective communicator
Continued focus on growing as a leader of students, parents, and volunteers
Thrive as a recruiter and developer of people
The DNA of a Newlands Leader At Newlands, we seek to build and nurture a culture for our organization that produces and protects a God-honoring atmosphere. We lay the foundation for this by personally living out Newlands’s values and instilling them in all who work alongside us on our staff. Our values can be described by three words: spiritual, professional, and relational. By upholding these values, we can better serve the Kingdom through our vision, mission, and purpose. We pursue growth in all areas through oversight, consistent and honest feedback, evaluation, and communication. We seek to create an environment that consistently grows servant leaders in every area.
Spiritual Being spiritual is having
God-centered influence
grounded in scriptural truth and empowered by the Holy Spirit. We value being
teachable
and
humble , fostering a culture of kindness, trust, loyalty, and honor. We are also
servant-hearted
as we focus on building the
kingdom
and being full of
faith
to hear, believe, and obey God.
Professional Being professional is producing high-
quality
work in a
productive
manner while operating in a culture of excellence, not perfectionism, to support Newlands’s mission. We
steward Newlands’s vision and purpose
while upholding high
leadership
standards regardless of position and lead with love, remaining above reproach in our
conduct .
Relational Being relational is valuing relationships over results. We show
integrity
by being humble, honest, trustworthy, and
accountable
to one another and the Lord. We are unified in supporting the needs of our organization— collaborating
together, being
approachable
in every situation, and having fun along the way! We are also
compassionate —always extending mercy and grace balanced with truth.
Required Skills and Job Complexity a) Unique Skills and Knowledge
Ability to communicate the Gospel through various creative means to children of all ages and their parents
Proficient written and verbal communication skills
Ability to have positive and negative conversations with leaders, staff, and parents
Have a heart for excellence
Team building and leadership skills
Must be detail oriented
Operational and project management
Ability to multi-task
b) Problem Solving and Decision Making
Solution oriented
Strategic thinking
Conflict resolution
Being willing to check in with your leaders to ensure you have their heart in major decision making
Adaptability
Positive attitude in approach to problem solving
c) Preferred Education/Certification(s)
Bachelor’s degree or higher in biblical, theological or ministries studies is preferred
Experience: 3-5 years of experience in the field or a related area
d) Physical Capabilities
Must be able to sit for long periods of time
Be comfortable with being fully engaged and excited
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
Competencies Critical to this Position Core Competencies Highly self-motivated Detail oriented Leads effectively Proactive Teachability Strategic thinking Submitted to authority and overall vision of Newlands Church
Technical Competencies
Microsoft Office
Planning Center Online
ProPresenter
Slack, Basecamp
CPR Certification preferred or willing to complete
Ministry Safe, Sexual Abuse training
This description is not all inclusive, and other duties may be assigned as necessary. Newlands Church does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law as it applies to churches. However, Newlands Church does discriminate on the basis of religion.
Employment Requirement: All Staff must be a member or become a member of Newlands Church upon employment
See full profile of the position, church, and area HERE.
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