Associate Pastor

Associate Pastor of Youth and Family Ministries Crossroads Community Church • Evart, MI $50,000-$65,000/year, depending on experience and education. This includes a stipend for purchasing health insurance. Full-time, Exempt Job Description The Associate Pastor of Youth and Family Ministries will provide leadership and oversight for all aspects of the church’s programs for children and youth from kindergarten through high school, including management of the church’s youth-related digital ministry platforms and communications. This role involves developing and implementing engaging, Christ-centered programs and activities, recruiting and training volunteers, maintaining our youth ministry’s online presence and social media platforms, and collaborating with parents and other ministry leaders to create a supportive and enriching environment for young people that promotes a healthy and growing relationship with God. The goal is to help students become lifelong followers of Jesus who are committed to the local church. Core Responsibilities Youth Ministry Leadership (Grades 6-12) Cast and implement a vision for student ministry aligned with the church’s mission. Lead and equip volunteers to assist in leading weekly student gatherings (e.g., Sunday evenings, Wednesday evenings). Teach and model biblical truth in culturally relevant ways. Recruit and equip volunteer leaders. Develop a discipleship strategy that integrates evangelism, biblical literacy, spiritual formation, service, and leadership opportunities. Organize outreach events, retreats, mission trips, and service projects. Foster an environment that supports students in owning their faith and engaging their world. Integrate youth into other ministries within the church. Family & Children’s Ministry Oversight (K-5th Grade) Provide leadership and support to the Children’s Ministry. Oversee and provide leadership support for the volunteer Children’s Ministry Coordinator and other Children and Youth Ministry volunteers. Ensure curriculum, programming, and strategy across age groups are cohesive and developmentally appropriate. Equip parents to grow as the primary spiritual leaders of their children through resources and events. Volunteer Development & Leadership Develop and implement a youth volunteer plan. Build and sustain healthy teams of volunteers across youth and family ministries. Provide regular training, evaluation, encouragement, and discipleship for volunteers. Recognize and celebrate volunteers’ contributions and growth. Parent Partnership Create regular channels of communication with parents. Encourage and facilitate intergenerational connection and support within the church body. Community Engagement & Evangelism Build bridges with local schools, neighborhoods, and youth organizations. Represent the church in the community through presence at key events. Encourage students to see themselves as missionaries in their spheres of influence. General Pastoral Duties Participate in pastoral care and shepherding of the broader church body. Occasionally preach (this is preferred, not required). Assist in Sunday services as needed. Contribute to staff meetings and Elder Board meetings in strategic planning for church-wide ministry goals. Pursue ongoing personal spiritual growth and ministry development. Relationships & Accountability Report directly to the Lead Pastor. Oversee children and youth ministry staff and volunteers. Work collaboratively with other ministry leaders and the Elder Board. Accountable to the Elder Board. Requirements Spiritual & Personal A mature, growing, and vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ. A life of integrity that meets the biblical qualifications of a church leader (1 Timothy 3; Titus 1). A clear call to ministry, particularly to youth, children, and families. Teachable, humble, and passionate about the next generation. Emotionally intelligent and relational. Agreement with the church’s Statement of Faith and mission statement. Educational & Professional Minimum requirement of a 2‑year Bible certificate and 2 years of experience, preferably in a church setting. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Skills & Competencies Strong biblical teaching and communication abilities. Demonstrated leadership in creating a vision, setting a strategy, and aligning others to achieve goals. Proven ability to build and lead teams and develop and shepherd volunteers. Demonstrated experience in planning and managing events and budgets. Organized, self‑motivated, and capable of managing multiple priorities. Collaborative team player. #J-18808-Ljbffr