Director of Student Ministry at Ooltewah UMC in TN
Ooltewah United Methodist Church (http://www.oumclive.org/) of Ooltewah, Tennessee, is a well-established United Methodist Church that is enjoying new growth and development springing up around it. The church is seeking a full-time Director of Student Ministry to oversee youth programs and lead a team of ministry staff and volunteers in fulfilling the church’s mission of “Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.” Ooltewah United Methodist is blessed to have a strong core group of youth, dedicated volunteers, and a great staff and pastors.
Primary responsibilities of the Director of Student Ministry will include:
- Developing relationships: Establishes relationships with youth, parents, and volunteers through church, community, and school events. Ensure that relationships are being built between the adult leaders of Ooltewah UMC and the youth.
- Programming leadership: Ensures that all details of youth programs and events are addressed to build an engaging and welcoming atmosphere in which spiritual and leadership skills can be developed.
- Equipping staff and volunteers: Recruits, trains, and equips volunteers, regularly, to provide spiritual support and encouragement in working with the youth in the youth ministry.
The qualified candidate will have:
- A deep faith in Jesus Christ
- A love for youth
- A Bachelor’s degree in Youth Ministry or in a related field
- Five years experience in working with youth
- Three years experience on a church staff, preferably a larger, multi-staff church environment
- Experience in recruiting, training, and retaining volunteers
- Alignment with the beliefs and practices of United Methodist tradition and theology
- Be skilled in connecting with youth and parents, energetic, a team player, and adept in using social media
Interested candidates can submit a cover letter and resume to Debra Malone at office@oumclive.org .