Youth Ministry Director

University United Methodist Church, located in downtown Austin, is seeking a part-time (25hrs per week) Youth Ministry Director. The qualified candidate will have previous experience working with youth, the ability to communicate with parents, and have a love for spiritual formation in the lives of youth (6th – 12th grade.) The Youth Ministry Director will primarily be responsible for providing programming and weekly activities for youth and their families including but not limited to: Methodist Youth Fellowship, service projects, camps/retreats/mission trips, Sunday School and more. The Youth Director will have the support and collaboration with the Associate Pastor for Family Ministries and the Youth Ministry Committee. Each candidate should be a team player, have excellent written and verbal skills, problem solving skills, computer skills and demonstrate an ability to plan and implement programs. Previous church experience is preferred. The main goal for the Youth Ministry Director is to build relationships with children and their families, develop a team of volunteers and to empower and support parents on the journey. UUMC is a progressive Methodist church with a passion for social justice. We take pride in being an advocate for change in the community by actively participating in marches, lobbying at the Capitol and by partnering with several non-profits and grassroots organizations. We worship approximately 350 on Sunday morning and attract a wide-range of people from all over Austin and the surrounding community. For more information or to apply contact Rev. Heather Green at hklee124@gmail.com.