First Presbyterian Church Gainesville - Director of Children and Youth Ministries
Ministry Architects
- Florida
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Plan and implement an ongoing weekly rhythm of opportunities that allow children and youth to develop, grow, engage, and thrive in their faith
- Organize and support seasonal event opportunities that provide concentrated times to experience the disciplines that lead to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ
- Engage, equip, and encourage teams of volunteers to partner in the work of walking with every child and youth, throughout their formative years
- Order the infrastructure for each ministry life stage, managing paperwork, guiding processes, and implementing systems
- Manage child protection policies, researching and updating best practices annually
- Advocate for children and youth in leadership spaces, giving voice to this segment of the congregation
- Serve as a connectional liaison with the Preschool and the direct supervisor of all nursery staff
- Possess an authentic, contagious joy in the work of God and the children and youth of First Presbyterian
- Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher educational training in a field related to child and adolescent development and/or faith formation
- Be an organized leader with an ability to guide people graciously and manage processes clearly
- Prove proficient in the tools of Microsoft Office as well as the digital spaces most familiar to and frequently used by youth and parents