Young Life is Hiring a Staff Associate I, II, III or Area Director Near Urbandale, IA
DescriptionUrbandale is the next town over from Des Moines which is the state capital of Iowa. It is ranked #5 on U.S. News “Best Places to Live! The area boasts all the aspects of the big city and a small town in one location. You will find many state parks, great restaurants, and a major airport that will take you anywhere you want to go. The town currently has a committee and a thriving volunteer led Wyldlife ministry at Urbandale Middle school that has 26% minority student enrollment. We are seeking a Staff Associate or Area Director in order for Young Life to be a vital part of our community, impacting kids and adults with the love and hope found only in a relationship with Jesus. Responsibilities
Provide spiritual leadership to students, leaders, committee, board and student staff.
Disciple, recruit, supervise, support and develop area leaders and student staff.
Help execute the area vision, ministries and strategic plan.
Raise personal and ministry support for one or more high school ministries.
Participate in dynamic direct ministry with kids (contact work).
Qualifications
Possess a Christlike character that is built on the Word and Spirit of God.
Ability to build, train, recruit and grow teams of people (student leaders, adult leaders and committee members).
Execute a vision and plan to grow current ministries in reaching kids, leaders, committee and parents.
Passion for reaching lost kids and calling others to that mission.
Proven leadership skills, strong organizational skills, and a great communicator to kids and adults.
Previous experience as Young Life staff or volunteer leader.
Ability to build relationships and disciple high school and college students today (contact work).
Proven ability to raise personal and ministry support.
Spiritually and emotionally healthy and willing to get the support/mentors needed to maintain.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage (at no cost to you).
Paid vacation and sick leave.
401(k) matching plan (up to four percent).
Health club benefit.
And more!
NotesWe have a great committee committed to introducing Christ to students! If you have additional questions, please call Mark Sisler at 515-336-4749. How To ApplyPlease submit an online application, including resume and cover letter, via the button below.