I. Summary of the position:
BRAVE Church is seeking a spiritually mature, gospel-driven leader to serve as Director of Student Ministry at our Westminster Campus. This role is ideal for a director with a passion for discipling middle and high school students, equipping ministry teams, and advancing a vibrant culture of biblical truth and spiritual growth.
Rooted in the biblical qualifications (1 Timothy 3; Titus 1), the ideal candidate embodies humility, integrity, and servant leadership. He is a seasoned ministry professional who thrives in a fast-paced church environment, demonstrating strength in preaching, mentoring, administration, and team development. With a heart for reaching the next generation, he will lead with vision, steward relationships, and shepherd students toward lifelong faith.
II. Experience and Knowledge Required:
Minimum 5 years of full-time experience in middle and high school ministry with a heart for discipleship and gospel advancement.
Formal theological education preferred, coupled with sound biblical knowledge and spiritual maturity.
Proven ability to lead, teach, and counsel with clarity, compassion, and confidence—both written and verbal.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to new tools.
Maintains confidentiality, demonstrates initiative, and willing to serve evenings/weekends with excellence and integrity.
III. Key Responsibilities:
Inspire a generation of student leaders and servants who boldly live out BRAVE Church’s mission: Courageously Advancing God’s Kingdom.
Recruit, train, and mobilize passionate volunteers and student leaders who carry contagious faith and serve with excellence.
Design and execute yearly ministry plans, retreats, outreach events, and discipleship pathways that align with BRAVE’s gospel-centered mission.
Proclaim God’s Word boldly and unapologetically in student gatherings, fostering biblical literacy, spiritual formation, and missional living.
Lead by example in personal prayer and cultivate a ministry culture dependent on prayer for guidance, power, and spiritual renewal.
IV. Attributes:
· Positive attitude
· Heart of a servant
· Fun/enjoyable
· Organizational skills
· Must share the vision of BRAVE to fulfill the Great Commission with integrity and passion
V. Employee possesses and exhibits the following core values in their daily life:
· Bold in Faith, Resolute in Identity, Authentic in Relationships, Virtuous in Character, Engaged in Mission
· Love for God & People
· Work Ethic that is excellent, protective and frugal with time and money
· Attitude of a servant, enjoyable to be with and devoted to the call of God and the Church
BRAVE Offers an Exceptional Benefits Package to employees that includes:
- Medical (PPO Plan), Dental, Vision - BRAVE pays 90% of Insurance Premium
- FSA - to help with cost of medical expenses
- 403b - Eligible at 90 days with company match
- Company paid Long-term disability and Life Insurance
- PTO - Full-time employees accrue 4 weeks a year.
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