Youth Ministry Job Description
St. Mark Catholic Church is looking for a full-time faith-filled Youth Minister that can lead
the hearts of youth in grades six to twelve to Christ. This individual should be innovative
and intentional in reaching youth, parents, and young adults in a culturally diverse
parish, united to Christ in teachings and Sacraments of the Catholic Church and have a
heart to minister.
Responsibilities of the youth minister include:
Develop and implement a comprehensive youth ministry that includes formation,
evangelization, and sacramental preparation by inviting, inspiring, and forming youth in
the ways of the Catholic faith. This may include opportunities for youth to gather to
network, pray and participate in retreats.
Creating unity and building community by integrating students from the St. Mark
Catholic Day School and Faith Formation programs.
Relating well to people of all ages by fostering engaging and meaningful interactions
with students, parents, staff, and volunteers.
Recruiting, training, and fostering teams of youth leaders, catechists, and parent
volunteers.
Preparing high school youth for the Sacrament of Confirmation using a two-year
formation model.
Monitor the results of each program and provide feedback and recurring progress
reports.
Collaborating with the Faith Formation team leaders, creating complementary faith
formation for the parish community.
Attend required staff meetings, retreats and other meetings as required.
Contributing to annual programming plans and departmental budgets. Maintain program
records.

The ideal candidate should have:

• Relationship and belief in God evident by their words and deeds.
• Practicing Catholic in Full Communion and good standing with the church.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills accompanied by a positive

attitude with youth.

• Bachelor’s degree in theology, religious studies, youth ministry or similar

education.

Youth Ministry Job Description

• At least 2 years’ experience in youth ministry.
• Strong organizational, administrative and computer skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, extended hours and on weekends as needed.

Preferred bilingual in Spanish and English
This full-time position reports to the Director of Adult Faith Formation.
Employment is contingent upon applicant satisfactorily passing background and
reference checks.
Must complete diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training within 60 days of hire.
St. Mark Catholic Church is a growing parish of about 2,000 families. The parish has
over 500 students in Preschool to 8th grade school and over 200 students in
sacramental preparation, youth ministry and faith formation programs.
Ultimately, a successful Youth Minister will assist the St. Mark parish community by
inviting, inspiring, forming, and leading youth to know and love Jesus Christ.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33,363.67 - $40,179.90 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person