Lexington Guys Student Ministry Associate

Position Summary:

Do you know, understand, and have a passion for students? Do you thrive on building a team in a diverse/urban environment? Our student ministry team is looking for a high energy team player who will take our ministry to the next level!

Essential Position Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of middle school and high school guys groups at our Lexington Campus:
• Develop relationships in the community with schools and organizations in order to build bridges into culture to help reach lost and broken students.
• Engage with the next generation by regularly attending extracurricular school activities (sporting events, school plays, concerts, etc.) as well as Southland After School Program.
• Assist in planning/executing regular weekly gatherings for middle school and high school students that will challenge them to cultivate a genuine relationship with Jesus.
• Serve as a member of the LEX Students teaching team.
• Develop small group content/curriculum to help students go deeper in their walk with Jesus.
• Recruit, train, and develop small group leaders who will lead and love our students and engage them in community.
• Recruit, train, and develop an adult leader team for The Hub — the student version of Help Desk where students and parents are welcomed, checked-in, and Southland Students merch is sold.
• Coordinate and organize local and/or global service trips for middle school and high school students.
• Partner with parents to help them win at home and lead their student’s spiritual development.
• Provide additional assistance and support as needed in other campus ministry areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  
  
  

Seasonal Support:

• Assist in the planning and execution of our trips for students:
• MS/HS Camp trips with Lexington Campus (2 weeks in summer)
• Fall Retreats with Lexington Campus (1 weekend in fall)
• Winter Retreats with Lexington Campus (1 weekend in winter)
  
  
  

Campus Specific Responsibilities:

• Support, assist, and collaborate with Lexington Student Ministry Lead when needed and/or necessary.
• Be present as a member of our Lexington Campus in the implementation of ministry strategy.
• Help with walk-ins and other pastoral care as part of the staff rotation and assist with campus-specific events.
  
  
  

What we are looking for:

• A strong belief in the mission and core values of Southland.
• A spirit of humility and service.
• Desire to see lost and broken people know Jesus.
• Gift of articulating the Gospel in a way that’s clear and conversational.
• An ability to lead others in ways that helps them grow in their faith.
• An ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and the ability to solve problems quickly.
• The ability to receive feedback and work as part of a large team.
• Familiarity with Google Calendar and the Google suite of products.
• A desire to grow, learn, and improve.
• Follows the lifestyle guardrails of Southland and conducts their personal life according to the Bible’s instructions.
  
  
  

The schedule for this position is Sunday - Thursday and will include regular evening responsibilities.

Sound like you? We'd love for you to apply!