Men's Youth Ministry Coordinator

Job Description

Our parish is seeking a full-time, Men's Youth Ministry Coordinator to coordinate relational youth ministry programs at the parish and in support of the Director of Youth Ministry, primarily working with young men. The position involves direct ministry to youth on two to three evenings each week (Wednesdays and Sundays) and some weekend activities. There are about 4-5 weekends a year that require overnight trips for retreats. The remainder of time will consist of regularly scheduled office hours and time spent meeting students off-site. The youth ministers are encouraged to meet and mentor students outside of Youth nights with a great emphasis on relational ministry.
Our goal is that each student would embrace that they are known and loved by Christ.

The pillar values of our youth ministry program are:
-community
-sacramental living
-formation of a prayer life backed by knowledge of scripture

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Working alongside the Director in teaching and leading faith formation, retreats, social activities, and service activities to youth in the 6th through 12th grades.
• Training, mentoring, and empowering adult core-team members and other volunteers while providing appropriate oversight.
• Work specifically with the male students and core team members to develop a ministry dedicated to serving the young men and future leaders of our parish.
• Developing age-appropriate curricula and incorporating third-party programs where appropriate.
• Investing time in the youth outside typical office hours including on weekends and evenings, for example, by attending different sporting and performance events to foster relationships with students.
• Providing sacramental preparation for youth who are not yet fully initiated in the faith.
• Participating in potential fundraising activities.
• Actively engaging in a prayerful and sacramental life, dedicating a substantial portion of time praying for the ministry and the students involved.
• Planning, preparing, and running retreats necessary for the program including Steubenville of the Rockies, Annual High School Retreat, Totus Tuus Summer Mission, Mountain Madness, and Annual Middle School Retreat (hours will vary and overtime is required during these events).
• Encourages/supports the part-time youth minister, assigns responsibilities when necessary, and steps into leadership role when Director is unavailable.
• Completes administrative tasks required of the job and other duties as assigned by the Director of Youth Ministry, Director of Family Life, and Pastor.

Candidates must be faithfully practicing Catholics, with a robust prayer life and virtue, deep knowledge of the faith, and a passion for passing on a lived discipleship to the youth. Primarily, we are seeking someone who demonstrates a deep passion for the Catholic faith and a desire to know and love the students here at St. Joan of Arc.

Other key attributes
• Mature level of self-motivation.
• Working knowledge of scripture.
• A growing love and desire for evangelization of the whole family.
• Charismatic, outgoing, and relatable to youth.
• Ability to capture a crowd but also approachable in a one-on-one setting.
• Prior practical experience in youth ministry as a student, volunteer, or leader.
• Strong communication skills - written, oral, and social media.
• Able to maintain strong and productive relationships with clergy, staff, volunteers, and parents.
• Formal education in theology and youth ministry, or equivalent, preferred.
• Able to plan and lead large events (e.g. parish-level socials, retreats, pilgrimages, mission trips, and World Youth Day).

Other Requirements:
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's Degree, desired.
• Valid CO driver license.
• Weekends and evenings required, specifically Wednesday and Sunday evenings.
• Flexible schedule is required.
• Overnight travel is required.
o Domestic travel for various retreats is required.
o International travel may be required for World Youth Day.

Pay Range: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour. Offered hourly rate will reflect various factors, including but not limited to, prior experience, educational accomplishment, and other applicant considerations.

Offered benefits package includes:
• Comprehensive and Generous Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Coverage
• Pension Plan: Annual Contribution of 6% to retirement plan
(conversion to 403(b) plan expected as of 6/14/24)
• Paid Sick & Vacation Plan
• Paid Holidays & Holy Days
• Cemetery and Mortuary Discounts
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Catholic Biblical School: Free and discount courses
• Augustine Institute: 25% off master's degree courses

To apply, please complete the following:
• Resume and a cover letter (job application will be required if selected for the position)

Please email your completed materials by 6/1/24 to Jane Dixon, Director of Youth Ministry at jdixon@stjoanarvada.org

About the Employer

St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church is located in Western Arvada, near the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. With the courage of St. Joan of Arc, we exist to lead souls, through love or battle, to Christ the True King.