Assistant Youth Director & Young Adult Coordinator – Knoxville, TN

Position Description:

The Assistant Youth Director and Young Adult Coordinator at Sequoyah Hills Presbyterian Church in Knoxville, TN, will serve a) with the Director of Youth Ministries in all aspects of ministry with middle school and high school aged youth, both already connected to our church and within out community, with the mission of growing a ministry that, in partnership with families, nurtures faith in Christ and love for his church and b) with the Associate Pastor for Missions, Outreach, and Fellowship in coordinating outreach and fellowship among current college students and young adults (ages 18-30) who grew up at SHPC or live in the neighboring community.

Position Qualifications:

  • High School or equivalent required.
  • 4-year degree preferred.
  • A living faith in Jesus Christ and passion for serving the church.
  • A Biblically oriented, relationship-driven servant with a heart for ministry and for students.
  • No direct experience required, though preferred.
  • Position Compensation: $40,000 plus medical benefits.

To apply, send a resume to bbajema@sequoyahchurch.org.

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Director of Youth Ministries – Cookeville, TN

Position Description:

First United Methodist Church is a large membership, downtown community of faith where we seek to “share the story of grace in the heart of town” in Cookeville, TN. Cookeville is a vibrant college town of 32,000, and Cookeville First UMC is seeking a Director of Youth Ministries to lead a comprehensive youth ministry program. Primary Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate all aspects of the 7th-12th grade youth group, ensuring there is opportunity to develop fellowship, spiritual formation, discipleship, and the experience of Christian community.
  • Develop relationships and maintain regular communication with parents and youth.
  • Plan, coordinate, and evaluate provided resources and curriculum for the youth for all classes and events.
  • Supervise part-time youth staff.
  • Support and guide the work of the youth council in an annual process of evaluating the vision and goals of the youth ministry and directing monthly planning sessions.
  • Secure all necessary funds, travel arrangements, leadership and adult chaperones, and provide Christian teaching, time for worship, prayer and scripture study for youth trips.
  • Recruit, assist, and train volunteer youth workers.
  • Be an advocate for youth and educate the congregation about the hopes, concerns, and needs of youth in the local church and the community.
  • Work cooperatively with all FUMC staff, communicate event and calendaring information to the appropriate staff members as well as participate in all required meetings.
  • Prepare, submit, and administer a youth budget in consultation with the youth council.
  • Conduct the ministry of youth in compliance with the FUMC Safe Sanctuaries policy.
  • Work cooperatively with others to maintain a positive outlook and disposition, and be flexible in solving problems.
  • Weekly attendance at worship services with our congregation is expected.
  • Other opportunities deemed appropriate with demonstrated gifts and abilities.

Position Qualifications:

  • Sense of calling to youth ministry and a commitment to Christ.
  • Understanding of and commitment to United Methodist theology and practices.
  • Ability to relate to, work alongside, and lead youth from different backgrounds and personalities in fellowship with each other, the community, and Christ.
  • Possess excellent administrative and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to plan, organize, lead, and guide regularly scheduled and spontaneous activities related to youth ministry.
  • Competence in an open-minded approach to basic lay counseling and listening skills appropriate for youth.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate field and 5-year experience in youth-centered work is preferred.

To apply for this position, click here.

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