Spanish Youth Coordinator - NextGen Spanish Ministry

Spanish Youth Coordinator
NextGen Spanish Ministry
Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

The Spanish Youth Coordinator provides administrative, operational, and ministry support for the Spanish Youth and Spanish Young Adult ministries. This role assists with the planning, coordination, and execution of weekly services, ministry initiatives, events, volunteer communication, and leadership development.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, bilingual in English and Spanish, ministry-minded, and able to work effectively with students, young adults, volunteers, leaders, and ministry staff. This position supports the overall quality and effectiveness of the NextGen Spanish Ministry while helping create a welcoming, organized, and Christ-centered environment.

Reports to: NextGen Spanish Ministry Pastor.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in accordance with applicable laws including the Americans with Disability Act (ADA).

• Assist with the planning, organization, and execution of Spanish Youth and Spanish Young Adult weekly services, events, and ministry initiatives
• Support the overall quality and effectiveness of Spanish Youth and Spanish Young Adult ministry programming
• Recruit, communicate with, and support volunteer leaders for weekly services, events, and ministry initiatives
• Adhere to all established Child Safety & Emergency protocols as defined by law and Lakewood Church policies
• Assist with the volunteer and leadership development process for NextGen Spanish Ministry
• Coordinate ministry logistics, materials, communication, and administrative needs for weekly gatherings and special events
• Assist with the coordination and execution of the annual Spanish Festival Lakewood event
• Support the planning and coordination of the NextGen Youth Conference, Hope and Life, and other ministry-related events
• Maintain accurate database records for NextGen Spanish Ministry events, attendance, volunteers, and ministry best practices
• Communicate effectively with students, young adults, parents, volunteers, leaders, and ministry staff in both English and Spanish
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with tact, discretion, and professionalism
• Perform general office duties, including scheduling, communication, recordkeeping, and ministry-related administrative tasks
• Assist with special projects, event preparation, and ministry assignments as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned

MINISTERIAL DUTIES

As an Employee of Lakewood Church, you are part of an over 60-year legacy of faith. As a part of the Lakewood team, you are a key part of our mission in taking the Hope found in Jesus to the world. This means that as part of your job responsibilities, you are considered a spiritual leader in the Church. You are responsible for communicating the Church’s beliefs and our mission to our congregants, to maintain a lifestyle consistent with the Scriptures, and are required to belong to the Church as part of our faith community.

This will also include:

• Regular attendance at Church services and classes
• Serving as a Prayer Partner or as a volunteer in any ministry of the Church, and
• Serving our community through local outreaches from time to time, when needed by the Church

QUALIFICATIONS

• Uncompromised commitment to Lakewood Church’s vision, values, and core beliefs
• Demonstrated Christ-like character, spiritual maturity, and alignment with Lakewood Church culture
• Bilingual in English and Spanish with strong verbal and written communication skills is required
• Strong organizational, administrative, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects, identify priorities, meet deadlines, and follow through on assignments
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a culturally diverse population
• Ability to handle conflict, resolve problems, and communicate with professionalism and discretion
• Strong written communication skills, including proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, and business formatting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently on projects and collaboratively with ministry leaders, staff, volunteers, students, and young adults
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with tact and discretion
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, services, conferences, and special events as required

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Some college preferred
• Previous ministry experience in a leadership or coordination capacity preferred