This part time position is responsible for leading a growing youth ministry, providing Christ-centered, enthusiastic leadership to recruit, support, and maintain participation of youth. The Youth Pastor will collaborate with the Senior Pastor and youth board. Reports to Senior Pastor.

1. A grounded Christ-follower with a deep personal relationship with Jesus.
2. A passion and vision for youth and their families to grow in faith together.
3. Strong interpersonal skills with youth and adults; exceptional listener and communicator.
4. A self-starter who can manage the creation, planning, and implementation of youth ministries.
5. A team player who is supportive of all ministries of the church.

The Youth Pastor will lead youth discipleship efforts through the creation and support of Jesus-centered, growth-oriented ministries. Programs, ministry volunteers, and total people involved should grow as the church grows.

1. Develop a relationship with youth to encourage a deeper relationship with Christ. This includes group interactions, connection on social media, one-on-one and informal get togethers, and attending youth's activities outside of church.
2. Encourage and equip the youth to be leaders at Tifton Missionary Baptist Church as well as in the community, guiding them and praying for how God has gifted each one.
3. Recruit, coordinate, equip, and support adult volunteers to sponsor activities.
4. Meet with the youth board at least quarterly to plan upcoming events.
5. Communicate effectively with members of the youth group and their parents through a variety of methods such as phone, email, bulletins, website, social media, etc.
6. Encourage and shepherd youth to participate in appropriate missions. Lead and direct a mission trip and a spiritual retreat each year (when possible).
7. Maintain a relationship with Tifton Missionary Baptist Church families.
8. Attend monthly business meetings.
9. All other tasks deemed appropriate by the Senior Pastor.

Personal life must reflect a high ethical, Christian standard, including but not limited to social media sites, informal gatherings outside of church, and in interpersonal relationships.

Send your resume to tiftonmbcpastor@gmail.com.