Youth Ministry Director at Fort Belvoir, U.S. Military Installation, Virginia

Overview There are nearly 300,000 teenagers of active‑duty U.S. military parents who move an average of seven times during their school‑aged years. They face challenging questions of identity and belonging at each new location. This role allows you to be the difference in a military teen’s life by creating a community where they experience the truth of God’s love and purpose for them, providing a safe space for friendships, hope, and resilience. Responsibilities Develop healthy relationships with adults and children, and build vibrant relationships with the local community, the military installation, and the chapel community. Serve as a role‑model and assist with developing community outreach to "unchurched" teens, discipleship to Christian teens, and leading and equipping volunteers for hands‑on middle and high school Christian youth programs. Work well in an environment with high turnover among teens, families, chaplains, and volunteers due to military operational tempo. Respect and embrace a community deeply influenced by military culture. Live out the Club Beyond Core Value Statement. Qualifications Deep love for Christ and for lost teens. Competent communicator with youths, parents, and senior military leaders. TeachAble heart. Willingness to make a three‑year commitment. Minimum of three years’ youth ministry experience preferred. College degree preferred. Willingness to raise part of the budget through personal support. Committed to a relational ministry approach. Energetic. Small‑event planning skills. Strong initiative. Position would require the staff to live near the community where they would be doing ministry. Benefits Full‑time salary based on experience, responsibility, and fundraising levels. Full health coverage (including dental, vision, and life insurance). Expense reimbursement (mileage for office and ministry related travel). Training and career development built into the job. Location Fort Rucker, Alabama Travis AFB, California Fort Carson, Colorado Fort Walton Beach Installation, Florida Jacksonville Installation, Florida Honolulu, Hawaii Fort Riley, Kansas Carlisle Barracks, Pennsylvania Fort Bliss, Texas Fort Belvoir, Virginia Joint Base Langley‑Eustis (JBLE), Virginia Quantico Installation, Virginia Joint Base Lewis‑McChord (JBLM), Washington Various Locations in Germany Guam U.S. Military Installations Camp Zama, Japan Yokosuka, Japan Contact Robert Raedeke: View email address on click.appcast.io Learn more about our mission and culture at clubbeyond.org. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young Life