Director of Youth and Children’s Ministries
First Presbyterian Church
Wilmington, North Carolina
Director of Youth and Children’s Ministries
First Presbyterian Church
Wilmington, North Carolina
First Presbyterian Church in Wilmington is located between the beautiful Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean. Our church community is loving, welcoming and strong in our desire to serve as the hands and feet of Christ both near and far.
We are seeking a full-time Director for our Youth and Children who will guide our youth and children as a part of our ministry to be a caring congregation where lives are transformed by Christ, and all are encouraged to grow in faith and love.
To contact us for more information or to apply, please email your resume and cover letter to
employment@firstonthird.org
firstonthird.org
JOB TITLE
Director of Youth and Children’s Ministries
Reports to: Senior Pastor
Status: Full Time
Compensation: Flexible
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Director of Youth and Children’s Ministries will provide leadership, and inspiration to guide our children and youth as they grow in the Christian faith and develop a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. This position will help provide the effective management and administration of our youth and children’s programs.
The Director of Youth and Children’s Ministries will:
• Collaborate with the Children’s Education Committee, Youth Committee, senior pastor and church leaders, including the Director of First Presbyterian Preschool and Kindergarten. Will serve as staff liaison with both committees.
• Facilitate and develop programming for children and youth, including large and small groups, mission trips, Vacation Bible School, confirmation, and many other programs.
• Provide leadership to maximize faithful and sustainable programs.
• Recruit, train, support and encourage a network of volunteer leaders, teachers, and mentors.
• Serve as a positive representative of the children and youth of our church to our entire church family.
• Connect the children and youth to the church as a whole.
• Promote the spirituality of our children and youth through worship opportunities, prayer groups, bible studies, and other programs.
• Create individual, personal relationships with the children and youth and give leaders, mentors, and other adults opportunities to do the same.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Compassionate
• Spiritual Maturity
• Teacher
• Communicator
• Task Manager
• Organizational Agility
• Strategy and Vision
• Collaboration
• Interpersonal Engagement
• Motivator