Description:

The Greater Whittier Area has a dense and diverse population within a large geographical expanse. The area serves a broad demographic and reaches kids from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and socio-economic standing. Our area has many middle schools with thousands of students. Introducing Jesus Christ to middle school students is of utmost importance. Presently, there are vibrant Young Life and Creators ministries available for high school students. The current Greater Whittier Young Life community is blessed with an engaged committee, good community support, school relationships, and generous donors.

We are looking to hire a full-time staff associate for WyldLife (middle school). The staff member will create a new middle school program in the Whittier area. To ensure success, it is important to focus on developing volunteer leaders and establishing strong connections with schools, teachers, principals, pastors, parents, and city business leaders. Resilience, tenacity, and a commitment to God’s Word and this ministry are essential for success. At the core of this role, we are looking for a leader of leaders. We are looking for someone who prioritizes recruiting and investing in volunteer leaders and staff, but also models working with kids in an ongoing direct ministry capacity. This person would also be part of a dynamic region with like-minded staff, all pursuing kids in their areas with passion and hearts for collaboration.

Note: Because of the missionary nature of this role, staff are expected to live in the community they are serving. There is not a remote option available. Additionally, personal fundraising is required as a part of the employment process.

Responsibilities:

Spiritual Development – Creating and leading a spiritually healthy environment in which all those connected to Young Life grow in their faith.

Leadership Development – Recruiting, training, and supporting a team of volunteers to serve as leaders and committee members.

Resource Development/Fundraising –? Raising personal support as well as partnering with the committee to raise budgeted revenue.

• Raising personal support from the employees' network.
• Working with the committee on area support/fundraising events.

Direct Ministry –? This includes doing contact work, club, Campaigners, and camp. It involves actively ? engaging in all three levels of contact work.

• Lead a team to plan and conduct a new or existing Young Life club and Campaigners/discipleship ministry with excellence.
• Lead a team to implement a summer and school-season camping strategy for a ministry.
• Serve on a summer assignment at a Young Life camp each year.

Ministry Support –? Working with the local committee to build community connections and supporting the overall organization of the area. Practicing excellence in administration and communication.

Training –? This person will be reporting to the area director and participating in regional and national training events.

Qualifications:

• A deep and growing faith in Jesus.
• A call to reach students with the Gospel.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Proven relational skills with both kids and adults.
• Recent youth ministry experience (6th through 8th grade).
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness to raise personal financial support.

Education

• College degree preferred.

Benefits:

• Salary in line with education and experience, including an appropriate cost of living adjustment (COLA) for the area.?
• ?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!

How to Apply:

?Please submit an online application, including resume and cover letter, via the button below.