Youth Pastor

Join our team as the youth pastor at McCook Evangelical Free Church

Passionate about youth ministry and making a lasting impact in a rural community?

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic youth pastor to lead and coordinate the youth ministry at McCook E-Free. This role is perfect for someone who loves discipling young people and is committed to fulfilling our church’s mission and vision through youth engagement.

Responsibilities:

Youth Discipleship:

• Lead the discipleship of all youth and oversee the children’s discipleship across McCook E-Free campuses.
• Develop and implement a long-term discipleship strategy for Junior High (6th-8th grades) and High School (9th-12th grades) youth.
• Establish annual goals and plans to support the youth ministry strategy.

Youth Activities:

• Plan and oversee all youth programs, including delivering biblically-based messages at gatherings, organizing retreats, mission trips and special events.
• Provide or arrange leadership for youth activities in your absence.

Coordination and Oversight:

• Oversee the children’s ministry director and coordinate cohesive discipleship strategies from birth through high school.
• Equip families to make disciples within their homes.
• Work with staff to design and implement program strategies.

Community Engagement:

• Provide spiritual counsel and personal outreach to youth, fostering Christ-likeness.
• Lead a youth mission trip at least biennially.
• Participate in children’s outreach ministries to build relationships with future youth and their families.

Volunteer Management:

• Recruit, train and oversee volunteer youth workers.
• Develop student leadership through training and personal discipleship.
• Maintain communication with parents and congregation members for feedback and support.

Administrative Duties:

• Monitor and propose changes to the youth budget.
• Track attendance and follow up on all students.
• Assist with other ministry needs as requested by the senior pastor.
• Maintain a visible presence in the community and schools.

General Ministry Responsibilities:

• Attend weekly staff meetings and participate in collaborative meetings.
• Engage in administrative work associated with the ministry.
• Undertake other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

• Committed Christian: Born-again evangelical who agrees with McCook E-Free’s doctrinal statement.
• Youth Advocate: Heart for youth/children and passionate about discipleship.
• Biblically Knowledgeable: Strong understanding of the Bible and excellent communication skills.
• Prayerful Leader: Effective prayer life and strong relational skills.
• Rural Culture Embrace: Understand and connect with rural community dynamics.
• People-Oriented: Great with people and enjoys building relationships.
• Empathetic and Caring: Provide compassionate care and support.
• Leadership Developer: Train and nurture future leaders.
• Flexible Team Player: Adaptable, collaborative and communicative.

Must-Haves:
-Spiritual Health: Meet elder qualifications (1 Timothy 3:1-7).

• Family Dynamics: Evidence of a healthy marriage and family life, if applicable.
• Financial Stability: Properly manage personal finances.
• Physical Health: Maintain a level of health that supports ministry work.
• Doctrinal Alignment: Agree with our doctrinal statement.
• Education: Minimum two years of post-high school education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Married with school-aged children.
• Formal Bible education or seminary degree.
• Previous pastoral experience.

Accountability:

• Report directly to the senior pastor.
• Annual review by the senior pastor and two elders.
• Ready to transform Lives

If you are enthusiastic about leading youth ministry and making a difference in a rural community, apply today to become our youth pastor at McCook E-Free. Join us in our mission to disciple and connect with the next generation.

Apply now and be part of a vibrant community where your impact will resonate!