Spokes in a wheel.   Here at Upland United Methodist Church we work together as a ministry team kinda like spokes in a wheel.  We all have the same goal, but operate with our different gifts and responsibilities to ensure moving forward towards the goal of making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. 

We are currently accepting applications for a Youth Ministry Team Leader.
Youth Job Description​ 
Please submit all applications to:
Robert Neel, Sr. Pastor
Upland UMC
PO Box 11
Upland IN  469898

Job Description
 
Position Title: Youth Ministry Team Leader
Supervisor: Rob Neel, Senior Pastor
Original Definition: 5/3/17
 
Job Purpose:
The purpose of this part-time hourly position is to provide leadership to the Upland UMC youth ministry for students in 6th – 12th grade. This includes being responsible for the continued development of seeing this ministry aligned with the church’s vision and mission.
 
Working Environment:
This part-time position requires a minimum of 15 hours per week to perform. Flexible hours will be required, including evenings and weekends, subject to ministry needs.
 
Qualifications:
  1. Personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior of their life
  2. Personal theology compatible with United Methodist doctrine
  3. High school diploma required, college degree preferred
  4. Practical and professional ministry experience preferred
  5. Heart and passion for discipleship and outreach
  6. Good relational skills and the ability to work with a wide variety of people
  7. Leadership skills appropriate for directing and administering teams
 
Essential Functions:
  1. Youth ministry leadership
    1. Oversee weekly youth meetings and special events
    2. Develop and track ministry area budget, regularly communicate with parents and students, and coordinate youth ministry calendar in conjunction with the master church wide calendar
    3. Network, recruit, and equip volunteers from within the church community as well as area college students for serving on various youth ministry teams
  2. Staff responsibilities
    1. Attend weekly staff meetings, quarterly Administrative Council meetings, and weekly worship services
    2. Other duties as assigned by the Sr. Pastor
 
Application details:
This position begins 8/1/17
The posting will end 5/20/17
Send resume and references to Upland UMC P.O. Box 11 Upland IN 46989 or email office@uplandumc.org