Student Pastor

Position:  Stateline Student Pastor

Reports to:  Executive Pastor

Hours:  Full-time

Status:  Full-time salary, Ministerial Exemption

DESCRIPTION:

The Student Pastor is responsible for leading, guiding and shepherding the students of Stateline Church. The Student Pastor will do this by creating and facilitating groups, experiences, and events that allow students to connect, feel safe, and open up to those around them. They will also lead, develop and equip a team of volunteers to multiply their impact and influence. This position reports to the Executive Pastor and has the following requirements:

HIRING REQUIREMENTS:

1. Follower of Jesus Christ.
2. Demonstrated ability to shepherd and lead students towards Jesus.
3. Demonstrated ability to envision, energize, build, motivate and lead teams.
4. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and manage time effectively under the pressure of time constraints.
5. Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
6. Excellent proficiency in computer skills such as MS Office, e-mail, database management, etc.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

1. Contribute to Stateline Church’s overall mission.
2. Commit to pursue full devotion to Jesus Christ.
3. Commit to adhere to Stateline’s core values and axioms.
4. Takes a "how can I help" approach to ministry.
5. Commit to the Matthew 18 relational conflict resolution process in all relationships.
6. Adhere to a high level of confidentiality. 

MEETINGS & TEAMS:

1. Monthly all-staff calendar meeting the first Tuesday of each month from 9-10:30am
2. Monthly all-staff prayer meeting the third Tuesday of each month from 9-10:30am
3. Other ad hoc meetings the second, fourth and fifth (if applicable) Tuesdays from 9-10:30am as needed. 
4. Consistent check-in meetings with Executive Pastor 
5. Regular development meetings with Executive Pastor

RESPONSIBILITIES & COMMITMENTS:

1. Responsible help with the leadership, growth and development of Middle School and High School students at Stateline Church.
2. Oversee the care and development of Middle School and High School students, small group leaders and other volunteers by regularly meeting with and building into them.
3. Meet and connect with students regularly outside of normal service times.
4. Create and execute a plan to reach students in their schools.
5. Execute the student ministry strategy and vision of Stateline Church including but not limited to: student services, groups, events, retreats, campus ministry, etc.
6. Curate and/or develop a teaching plan and curriculum for Middle School and High School experiences that reaches 3-6 months out.
7. Identify and develop students who are catalysts for other student’s growth by giving them influence and responsibility as well as regular discipleship. 
8. Plan and execute retreats, mission trips and serve projects.
9. Plan events for students that allow for connection and invitation.
10.  Write and deliver teachings, sermons and devotionals as needed.
11.  Coordinate and procure any tech, graphic and video needs with appropriate staff and volunteers. 
12.  Help to develop and implement a strategy for partnering with parents of Stateline Students. 
13.  Coordinate with maintenance staff and/or volunteers to make sure all services/events are properly scheduled, planned and executed.
14.  Develop and maintain communication with parents, students and volunteers about upcoming services and events.
15.  Manage Planning Center Online for student services and events as well as students and volunteer profiles.
16.  Work with other Student Pastor to help execute and lead students.
17.  Contribute and/or lead projects and initiatives church wide as needed.
18.  Be on-hand during all weekend services to meet and interact with students and their parents.
19.  Operate within the department budget.