Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries

Hours: Full-Time

Salary: Starting at $50,000

Position Summary:

The First Methodist Church of Texarkana, TX, is seeking an energetic and visionary leader to develop and lead our youth (grades 6-12) and young adult ministries. This individual will create a welcoming and engaging environment where students can grow in their faith, build lasting relationships within the community, learn how to apply their faith to their everyday lives through discipleship, and engage in mission and service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide spiritual leadership, discipleship, and pastoral care to students and young adults
• Develop and lead weekly programming opportunities for fellowship and Bible study
• Plan and coordinate events, retreats, service projects, and mission opportunities
• Recruit, train, and mentor volunteers to serve as small group leaders and mentors
• Encourage students and young adults to actively participate in the life of the congregation
• Ensure all youth and young adult ministry activities align with the church’s mission and beliefs
• Build relationships with students, parents, young adults, and volunteers through regular communication and presence at key life events (games, recitals, concerts, etc.)
• Develop intentional outreach strategies to connect with unchurched or disengaged youth and young adults in the community
• Manage ministry budget, registration processes, event logistics, and safety protocols
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and a passion for youth and young adult discipleship
• Experience in youth ministry, mentoring, or teaching middle school and high school students
• Ability to connect with and relate to youth and their families
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to gmorgan@fmctxk.org

Overview

The Worship Director will lead all aspects of the worship culture at Vibrant Church. This includes crafting presence-driven worship experiences, developing teams, pastoring volunteers, and helping create an atmosphere where people can encounter God and feel at home.

This role is perfect for someone who is musically gifted, spiritually mature, relationally strong, and passionate about building a team comprised of diverse people and skill levels.

Core Responsibilities

1. Weekend Worship Leadership

• Lead engaging, Spirit-filled, contemporary worship for Sunday services.
• Select songs that align with Vibrant’s voice, theology, and culture.
• Run rehearsals, prepare arrangements, and cultivate excellence with humility.
• Collaborate with Teaching Pastor, Production Director, and Service Producer to build seamless, impactful weekend experiences.

2. Team Development & Pastoral Leadership

• Recruit, onboard, train, and pastor worship team members (band & vocals).
• Create a culture where volunteers feel valued, equipped, and developed.
• Provide ongoing coaching, spiritual encouragement, and skill development.
• Champion diversity — reflecting the heart of South Florida in our teams.

3. Creative Collaboration

• Partner with leadership on planning worship sets, special elements, and seasonal services (Easter, Christmas, At The Movies, etc.).
• Work with the Creative/Production Teams to ensure high-quality audio, lighting, and stage environments.
• Help shape the sound, tone, and creative direction of Vibrant’s worship identity.

4. Administration & Systems

• Manage scheduling for worship volunteers through Planning Center.
• Maintain chord charts, tracks, rehearsal files, and weekly planning tools.
• Coordinate with AVL team to ensure gear is cared for and systems are working efficiently.
• Plan and execute team nights, auditions, and development track for new musicians.

What We’re Looking For

Spiritual & Cultural Alignment

• A passionate follower of Jesus with a life that reflects Biblical character.
• Heart for presence-driven worship — not just performance or production.
• Deep commitment to diversity, unity, and community.
• Strong alignment with the culture and voice of Vibrant Church (“Live a Better Story”).

Skills & Experience

• Strong vocal ability and instrumental proficiency (guitar or keys preferred).
• Experience leading worship teams in a contemporary church setting.
• Competence with Planning Center, MultiTracks/Playback, click/tracks, and modern worship technologies.
• Ability to lead, coach, and inspire volunteers of varying skill levels.
• Strong sense of musical direction, arrangement, and flow.

Personality & Leadership

• Warm, relational, and able to build real connections with all types of people.
• Organized, proactive, and consistent with follow-through.
• Creative thinker with a willingness to dream, innovate, and adapt.
• A team player who enjoys collaboration over isolation.

What We Offer

• A healthy staff culture built on honor, authenticity, and teamwork.
• Opportunity to build and shape the worship culture of a growing church.
• Supportive leadership and clear vision from Lead Pastors Brandon & Johna Sereg.
• Opportunities for growth, creativity, and leadership development.
• Competitive compensation based on experience.