What are the responsibilities and job description for the Awaken Kids and Youth Ministry Director position at Awaken Las Vegas and Awaken Christian Academy?
Awaken Kids and Youth Ministry Director: Full-Time Position
Awaken Las Vegas is looking for a Youth and Children's Ministry Director to provide leadership and direction for our Next Generation Ministries.
POSITION SUMMARY
Awaken Las Vegas exists to bring a spiritual awakening in Las Vegas and the world through the love of Jesus Christ. We fulfill this vision by worshiping God, growing disciples, and reaching Las Vegas and the world with the gospel. The Awaken Kids and Youth Ministry Director will play a pivotal role in shaping, executing, and implementing the next generation vision by ensuring alignment with the mission and values of Awaken Las Vegas.
You will be responsible for directing and overseeing Awaken Kids, Middle School, and High School students through the development of age-appropriate programs, curriculum, system, processes, policies, and procedures. The work involves driving growth in attendance, leadership development, and baptisms across all next generation ministries. This role will be responsible for building leaders at every level, developing clear pathways for growth, fostering unity, and exemplifying a high level of passion.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Leadership: Provide oversight and management to team members consisting of an Awaken Kids Assistant, Student Ministry Coordinator, Youth Minister, and other leaders who invest in Next Generation.
- Collaboration: Works closely with the Executive Pastor, School Staff, and Church Staff to involve and integrate children's and youth ministry initiatives and programs into the broader church community and mission. Works with the team to plan and execute various church wide events such as Easter, Kids Camps, Christmas Eve, and Vacation Bible School.
- Volunteer Management: Recruit, identify, onboard, support, and retain volunteers who invest in the ministry. Facilitate ongoing training, development, and coaching for leaders and volunteers. Ensure volunteers are scheduled and ready to serve in their respective capacities.
- Communication: Maintains regular communication with parents and guardians regarding the resources that are available in assisting them to lead biblical conversation and challenges at home. Inform and involve others in events and activities leading to the student's spiritual growth and discipleship.
- Administration: Develops and manages an annual budget, creates the yearly calendar, plans short-term missions, reports weekly attendance reports, ensures a safe and welcoming environment for all participants.
- Operation: Lead the day-to-day operation by creating a fun, engaging, and healthy environment as well as ensuring rooms are set up and ready for weekly next generation experiences.
Competencies:
- Strategic Leadership and Development
- Vision - Driven Stewardship
- Collaboration and Problem-Solving
- Results Oriented and Growth Mindset
JOB QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- 3 years minimum of demonstrated professional work experience leading children, youth, staff, leaders, and volunteers preferably in a church or ministry setting.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Theology, Education, Communications, religious studies) or equivalent experience preferred, however experience in related field.
- Excellent leadership, project management, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with technology and software.
- Strong and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A passion for reaching the lost, working with young people, and a desire to help them grow in their spiritual walk and faith.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Willingness to become a participating member of Awaken Las Vegas with an agreement to serve within the doctrinal commitment of the mission, vision, and values of the church.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision care.
- Retirement package with up to a 5% employer contribution
