Director of Youth and Young Adults

St. Thomas Aquinas

Dallas, TX

Job ID#:
8154176502
Posted:
July 21, 2026
Expires:
September 19, 2026
Category:
Youth Ministry
Terms:
Full-Time Employee
Experience:
2-5 Years
Education:
Undergraduate Degree
Base Pay:
$60k to $70k Salary
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Job Description

St. Thomas Aquinas, a thriving parish in Dallas, TX, is hiring a Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministry to lead both middle/high school (grades 7-12) and young adult (20s & 30s) ministries as one connected mission.

This is a Director-level role for an experienced leader - not a first ministry job. You'll supervise a Coordinator, recruit and develop volunteer leaders, and build a multi-year vision rooted in the Eucharist and the teachings of the Catholic Church.

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WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
• Practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church
• 3-5 years of leadership experience in Catholic youth or young adult ministry
• Proven experience leading staff and volunteers
• Bachelor's required, Master's in Theology/Pastoral Ministry preferred

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COMPENSATION:
$60,000-$65,000, plus health insurance, generous PTO, and an annual retreat.

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SEE THE FULL ROLE AND APPLY:
https://proym.com/stthomas

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About the Employer

St. Thomas Aquinas is a thriving parish committed to forming missionary disciples. We offer a collaborative staff culture, opportunities for professional and spiritual growth, and the freedom to lead with creativity and vision while serving a vibrant and growing Catholic community.

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ProjectYM is helping St. Thomas Aquinas find and prepare for the right candidate. The parish is the employer and sole decision-maker in this hiring process.