Communities - Area Director

Area Director Job Description

_Revised:__August 2023_

Position Overview:

Youth Dynamics’ vision is to see youth transformed by the power of Christ, integrated into the local church, and impacting their world for Him. This full-time ministry position is funded by personal support-raising and exists to support this vision by:

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Managing and mentoring area staff and volunteers to develop 3Story® relationships with adolescents;

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Casting a vision for how the team and ministry can grow and leading them into that vision;

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Ensuring the operational aspects of the ministry run smoothly;

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Engaging the community through participation, volunteering, and fundraising;

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Connecting and participating with the greater Youth Dynamics team for training, encouragement, and fellowship as we seek to fulfill the mission together.

If you desire to serve in a Christian workplace and use your skills to help fulfill the mission of Youth Dynamics, this could be a great opportunity for you. This position is an exciting opportunity to join and impact a growing and vibrant Christian organization that has been impacting youth eternally for Jesus since 1970.

Responsibilities:

Ministry Development and Management:

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Develop, oversee, and supervise all aspects of the Youth Dynamics ministry in the area. Lead or co-lead at least one model Youth Dynamics program (such as outreach night, Drop-In, Bible Study, specific adventure activity, etc.)

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Create a healthy team culture that aligns with the overall ministry of Youth Dynamics.

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Provide ministry vision, direction, and inspiration.

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Recognize and take advantage of new and/or expanded ministry opportunities.

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Consistently plan for and track strategic outcomes.

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Create a personal development and ministry plan.

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Take an aggressive ‘prevent, protect, and respond’ strategy for managing risk. Evaluate and minimize liability exposure to the overall organization.

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Coordinate human and material resources to effectively and efficiently accomplish goals by using skills in planning, organizing, directing, controlling, and executing.

Spiritual Development:

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Develop a yearly personal growth plan that fosters a vibrant spiritual life including time for solitude, retreat, reflection, prayer, and a sincere commitment to understanding God’s Word.

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Seek and maintain relationships and disciplines in the context of active participation in a church community.

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Lead teams and individuals in spiritual development.

Leadership Development:

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Train, recruit, and help supervise both direct ministry volunteers and support volunteers.

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Be an active member of the regional team with other area directors and Communities staff for encouragement, fellowship, and training.

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Work alongside a committee to accomplish ministry goals. Help with the development of an effective committee.

Resource Development:

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Raise 100% of salary, benefits, and necessary area ministry expenses. Youth Dynamics will provide a fundraising coach and best-in-class training to maintain financial vitality and great donor care.

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Communicate ministry updates and progress to donor partners.

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Observe and learn to network and develop strategic relationships with key adults in the community, including business leaders, principals, pastors, parents, and potential committee members.

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Execute area fundraising events with the committee.

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Submit and manage a balanced budget annually in partnership with the Advisory Committee.

Reports to: Regional Director

Supervises: Area Staff, Volunteers,

Works Collaboratively with: Regional Director, Area Staff, Volunteers, Advisory Committee, various staff

Competencies and Qualifications:

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Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

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Active and growing relationships with Christ and willingness to sign Youth Dynamics [Statement of Faith.](https://yd.org/about/#what-we-believe) Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with people from varied cultural, socioeconomic, educational, and experiential backgrounds.

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A passion for reaching youth.

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Youth ministry experience (preferred).

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Have a teachable spirit.

Salary and Benefits:

• Pay* $48,000-$60,000 DOE
• Health insurance reimbursement options
• 401k retirement plan (organizational match up to 3%)
• Paid time off

*Compensation - The Support Raising Journey:

Youth Dynamics partners with Via Generosity (www.viagenerosity.org) to offer the best and most updated training on raising personal support. You will be provided with a personal support raising coach as well as all of the necessary training to successfully:

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Raise 100% of salary, benefits, and necessary ministry expenses to meet your financial goals.

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Best-in-class training to maintain financial vitality and great donor care.

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Communicate ministry updates and progress to donor partners.

Job Type: Full-time

Position Status: Open until filled