We are Hiring!
Director of Youth Ministry
Central United Methodist Church is hiring a Director of Youth Ministry who will develop and lead a Youth
Ministry Team to nurture a holistic ministry with youth that includes fellowship, learning, worship,
retreats, special events/outings, and missions.
Central is a multigenerational congregation located on the historic court square of Shelby, North
Carolina, committed to growing with and serving our community. Our unique position at the center of
Uptown Shelby, which is revitalized around art, music and thriving local businesses, allows our
congregation to reach our community in unique and dynamic ways, sharing the love of Christ in a changing world.
Qualifications:
● Deep, personal faith in Jesus Christ, seeking to know, love and serve God
● A passion and vision for fostering spiritual growth in youth and families
● Experience leading youth ministries preferred
● An advocate of United Methodist theology and doctrine
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
● Develop and lead a Youth Ministry Team to nurture a holistic ministry with youth that
includes fellowship, learning, worship, retreats, special events/outings, and missions
●Encourage & build participation in young people’s activities through personal relationships &
promote a welcoming culture for all youth
● Encourage, train & equip youth counselors in co-leading the youth ministry
● Assist in selection and procurement of age appropriate curriculum and resources
● Work with the lead pastor to provide opportunities for youth to lead in the life of the church, including,
but not limited to, worship
● Work with Director of Discipleship to ensure youth ministries fits into the overall Discipleship vision for the church
● Oversee youth specific programs, including but not limited to, confirmation, scholarship selection, etc.
Position:
● Part-time. Pay is competitive and commensurate with experience
● This position reports to Director of Discipleship and Staff Parish Relations Committee.
Please submit cover letter and resume to: central@cumcshelby.org
For more information about our church or city, please see:
https://cumcshelby.org
https://landofrhythm.com
https://uptownshelby.com
https://www.cityofshelby.com
Ministry Team to nurture a holistic ministry with youth that includes fellowship, learning, worship,
retreats, special events/outings, and missions.
Central is a multigenerational congregation located on the historic court square of Shelby, North
Carolina, committed to growing with and serving our community. Our unique position at the center of
Uptown Shelby, which is revitalized around art, music and thriving local businesses, allows our
congregation to reach our community in unique and dynamic ways, sharing the love of Christ in a changing world.
Qualifications:
● Deep, personal faith in Jesus Christ, seeking to know, love and serve God
● A passion and vision for fostering spiritual growth in youth and families
● Experience leading youth ministries preferred
● An advocate of United Methodist theology and doctrine
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
● Develop and lead a Youth Ministry Team to nurture a holistic ministry with youth that
includes fellowship, learning, worship, retreats, special events/outings, and missions
●Encourage & build participation in young people’s activities through personal relationships &
promote a welcoming culture for all youth
● Encourage, train & equip youth counselors in co-leading the youth ministry
● Assist in selection and procurement of age appropriate curriculum and resources
● Work with the lead pastor to provide opportunities for youth to lead in the life of the church, including,
but not limited to, worship
● Work with Director of Discipleship to ensure youth ministries fits into the overall Discipleship vision for the church
● Oversee youth specific programs, including but not limited to, confirmation, scholarship selection, etc.
Position:
● Part-time. Pay is competitive and commensurate with experience
● This position reports to Director of Discipleship and Staff Parish Relations Committee.
Please submit cover letter and resume to: central@cumcshelby.org
For more information about our church or city, please see:
https://cumcshelby.org
https://landofrhythm.com
https://uptownshelby.com
https://www.cityofshelby.com