Minister to Student and Families

Ministerial Staff jobs require the involvement in and completion of certain job functions as described in the job description.  This Ministerial Staff position is not an hourly job and time requirements will change with varying work conditions.  Every effort should be made to give proper attention to the duties of the job as well as family, self, and the Lord.  Refer to Definition of the Workday section in the Personnel Policies and Procedures document for further explanation.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Exhibit a calling on his/her life by God for full-time service to the ministry of students
• Be a growing Christian with a love for the students and others
• Be dependable, friendly, and have the ability to schedule/lead others
• Have a desire to lead students and others to connect with God, God’s Word, God’s People, and God’s Plan

POSITION PROFILE:

• 10-20 years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Baptist college or seminary (Master’s Preferred)
• Experience leading in a small group ministry format
• Proven experience in growing students in a dynamic & healthy ministry
• Effective, experienced Bible teacher and a passionate mentor
• Strong leadership skills and disciplinary skills
• Computer literate and competent with social networking
• Support of the Baptist Faith & Message 2000

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the total Ministry to Students: (budget, calendar, outreach, etc.)
• Recruit and Train Volunteers
• Lead in meaningful engagement to families of Lake Fork Baptist Church. 
• Primary service times include Sunday School, Sunday Morning, and Wednesday Night Worship
• Oversee discipleship ministries of LFBC.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

• The Minister to Students and Families reports directly to the Associate Pastor/Education Minister
• The Associate Pastor/Education Minister will evaluate the Minister to Students and Families on an annual basis, with the assistance of the Personnel Committee and Pastor
• The Minister to Student and Families has a close working relationship with Ministerial Staff and Support Staff

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee all aspects of the Student Ministry
• Plan specifically for Student Camp and Mission Trips
• Responsible for oversight and implementation of Sunday and Wednesday Night Program
• Plan and hold student events for spiritual growth and training
• Attend staff meeting and others as needed (Deacons, Business, etc.)
• Attend training events for personal and professional growth as suggested by Associate Pastor/Education Minister
• Attend New Members’ Connection Class
• Recruit and Train Teachers and Workers
• Recruit and Train Students for VBS
• Regularly attend Lunch with the students on area local school campuses
• Plan and coordinate Van Outreach
• Plan and coordinate marriage enrichment events
• Plan and lead family mission and service opportunities
• Other duties as required