Job Postings | The Crossing

Our church... is a non-denominational multi-site church with four St. Louis-area campuses where we gather each weekend to study this ancient story found in Scripture that is still transforming lives today. We believe church should be a place where believers in Jesus and skeptics can stand side-by-side to study truth and ask tough questions. We blend teaching and worship with art and technology to create a service where you can experience the message of Jesus in practical and life-changing ways.

Bookstore Lead.....is a part-time position that will manage bookstore volunteers performing the duties with the intention of creating a safe and inviting environment for attendees to deepen their relationship with Jesus. This position will also work alongside Chesterfield campus staff and pastoral team to facilitate and shepherd the spiritual growth of our church community through resources available in the bookstore.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Create a safe and welcoming environment for all guests in the bookstore by having volunteer team that are hospitable, familiar and knowledgeable about bookstore resources
Recruiting, training, leading and shepherding volunteers. including scheduling, cultivating a volunteer environment where volunteers feel equipped, empowered, connected and celebrated
Coordinate with campus staff and inventory specialist when a pop-up bookstore is necessary for Explorations
Coordinate with Spiritual Oversight Team if additional resources are requested by pastoral team, teachers or ministries at The Crossing
Attend monthly Staff meetings/chapels at the Chesterfield Campus
Other duties as assigned by leadership

Spiritual Gifts Helpful for This Position

Hospitality
Leadership
Shepherding
Wisdom

Character Traits Needed for This Position

Passionate about their relationship with God
Passionate about the spiritual growth of self and others
Passionate about The Crossing
Team Player
Trustworthy, reliable, teachable, humble, flexible
Self-motivated
Ability to keep information confidential

Necessary Skills and Attributes

Ability to maintain confidentiality
Emphasis on accuracy, timelines and follow-up
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers and clients
Strong time management skills
Ability to prioritize and organize workload
Solid memory for details and new information
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations Computer Skills

MUST HAVES FOR ALL STAFF AT THE CROSSING

Attend a service at one of The Crossing campuses on a weekly basis
Passionate about their relationship with God
Baptized after making the thoughtful decision to follow Christ
Regard the Bible as God’s final authority in all areas of Christian life and desire to be wholly obedient to it
Wholeheartedly affirm The Crossing’s Statement of Faith, including our view on Baptism
Live a lifestyle consistent with scriptural principles

Apply today and see why The Crossing may be a great fit for you!

Our church... is a non-denominational multi-site church with four St. Louis-area campuses where we gather each weekend to study this ancient story found in Scripture that is still transforming lives today. We believe church should be a place where believers in Jesus and skeptics can stand side-by-side to study truth and ask tough questions. We blend teaching and worship with art and technology to create a service where you can experience the message of Jesus in practical and life-changing ways.

Associate Pastor......This full-time position is responsible for the leadership, vision, and execution of the Kids Ministry at the Chesterfield campus. This person in this position will develop, encourage and support all volunteers and paid staff (if applicable) to ensure the campus is performing at a high capacity. This person will build relationships with kids and families and will resource and equip parents as they follow God’s command to help their child know, follow and trust Jesus. This person is responsible for utilizing volunteers and paid staff (if applicable) to execute the strategies and systems of KidsCrossing to ensure activities/classes for kids and families are safe, engaging, and provide opportunity for spiritual growth. The Kids’ Ministry Pastor must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead both adults and children in ministry. The ideal candidate for this position will have a passion for Jesus Christ, the vision of The Crossing and helping children and families take steps on their spiritual journey.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

ASSOCIATE PASTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Be a translator of and cast vision clearly and frequently to ensure all volunteers are continuously folded into the culture of The Crossing
Be a skillful team builder and invest in volunteers to ensure KidsCrossing can operate at max capacity
- Equip volunteers to feel comfortable serving in their role
- Empower volunteers to serve in their sweet spot and utilize their gifts
- Connect volunteers so they know they belong
- Celebrate volunteers so they feel valued and appreciated

Develop a dynamic leadership team of volunteers (Coaches) that can be handed ministry responsibilities and help you lead others
Utilize strategic and intentional opportunities for the purpose of encouraging, equipping and discipling parents
- 1:1 Conversations
- Classes
- Digital Communication
- Milestones

Implement systems, policies and procedures agreed upon by KidsCrossing team to ensure unity and consistency across sites, safe and secure environments, and efficient use of staff and team members
Lead, develop, encourage and support kids’ staff at your campus (if applicable)
Collaborate with Director of Kids’ Ministry to develop and oversee the budget so it effectively and wisely utilizes church resources and maximizes ministry opportunity
Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Pastoral Responsibilities

Demonstrates a knowledge and confidence in Scripture
Able to effectively navigate the art of leading a Serve Profile or pastoral conversation
Champion unity throughout all Crossing Ministries and campuses
Be accessible (including non-office hours) to volunteers, families, and other attenders for pastoral care
Participate in pastoral meetings and any other duties assigned to pastors at The Crossing

Essential Competencies

Display a calling to both Kids’ ministry and The Crossing
Display a desire to champion families and help them thrive
Demonstrate strong spiritual health
- Resolve conflict biblically
- Understand and live out of healthy boundaries
- Display a high sense of self-awareness and emotional intelligence
- Able to maintain healthy relationships within and across ministries

Effective communication skills (written, interpersonal and verbal)
- Able to relate and interact with both kids and adults and hold conversation with each in a professional manner

Capable of reading a situation and problem solving in the moment

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Spiritual Gifts Helpful For This Position

Leadership
Discernment
Administration

Character Traits Needed For This Position

Humility – must be a team player
Unflappable nature – able to “roll with the punches” and navigate under pressure
Teachable/Coachable
Self-Driven

Necessary Skills and Abilities

Display a calling to both Kids’ ministry and The Crossing
Display a desire to champion families and help them thrive
Demonstrate strong spiritual health
Resolve conflict biblically
Understand and live out of healthy boundaries
Display a high sense of self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Able to maintain healthy relationships within and across ministries
Effective communication skills (Written, interpersonal and verbal)
Able to relate and interact with both kids and adults and hold conversation with each in a professional manner
Capable of reading a situation and problem solving in the moment

Education/Training and Certificates

BS or BA or minimum of 5 years’ experience leading kids’ ministry
3-5 years’ experience in children’s ministry or education (multi-site preferred)
Experience leading volunteer teams
Experience leading paid staff (preferred, but not required)
Knowledge of child development and current kids’ culture

MUST HAVES FOR ALL STAFF AT THE CROSSING

Attend a service at one of The Crossing campuses on a weekly basis
Passionate about their relationship with God
Baptized after making the thoughtful decision to follow Christ
Regard the Bible as God’s final authority in all areas of Christian life and desire to be wholly obedient to it
Wholeheartedly affirm The Crossing’s Statement of Faith, including our view on Baptism
Live a lifestyle consistent with scriptural principles

Apply today and see why The Crossing may be a great fit for you!

Our church... is a non-denominational multi-site church with four St. Louis-area campuses where we gather each weekend to study this ancient story found in Scripture that is still transforming lives today. We believe church should be a place where believers in Jesus and skeptics can stand side-by-side to study truth and ask tough questions. We blend teaching and worship with art and technology to create a service where you can experience the message of Jesus in practical and life-changing ways.

Kids Coordinator......is a 28 hour per week part time position responsible for equipping and empowering Coaches and team members with the goal of developing a volunteer-led ministry. This position calls for a highly relational and adaptable person who will foster a high quality, fun, safe and relational environment in the weekend experiences in KidsCrossing and throughout the week through connection, coaching, scheduling, and care.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a passion for Jesus Christ, the vision of the Crossing, as well as KidsCrossing, and for building authentic faith in children that lasts a lifetime.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership Responsibilities

Identifying and developing Coaches to care for ministry teams per the Lead Small mode
Actively working to staff the weekend schedule and overseeing volunteer leaders who assist with scheduling
Scheduling, training and equipping team members
Actively working to relationally invite and recruiting new people to join KidsCrossing team
Empowering your serving teams to recruit new team members
Meeting with Coaches on a regular basis to encourage, equip and disciple them
Managing team members by providing feedback and resources for growth
Encourage team care through the Four C’s, Meal Trains, cards, and other modes of care
Attend KidsCrossing and campus staff meetings, staff lunches, and Kids team meetings
Responsible for curriculum/supply set up for Nursery, 1’s/2’s, PreK, and By Design areas

Weekend Execution Responsibilities

Weekly communication to team members that includes vision, schedule and curriculum
Adapt monthly curriculum for Nursery-Two’s and By Design so that spiritual learning occurs in those areas
Ensure that rooms, stages, SG supplies and materials are set appropriately for the coming weekend
Ensure that rooms are clean, well-organized, and have appropriate equipment to meet age level needs
Oversee the large group staffing and programming and provide appropriate feedback to the programming team
Fill in as needed

Parent Connect Responsibilities

Train and empower Small Group Leaders to be the first point of contact with parents to connect church and home
Communicate with parents regarding behavior issues, incidents/accidents and follow up during the week when necessary
Model an environment that communicates encouragement and praises to parents regarding their kids
Invite parents to Explore, Experience, and Express for their spiritual development
Work with families of special needs children to find shadows and assistance for their child’s needs while attending KidsCrossing
Provide care for families needing support, including meal trains, cards, care calls

Event Responsibilities

Help to create and execute special events at MR as well as church-wide special events including but not limited to:
- Child Dedication Class and Services
- Team Member Training and Appreciation
- Coach Meetings
- Deck the Halls
- MOLO
- All other KidsCrossing events at MID

Education/Training and Certificates

Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred, but not required or equivalent work experience
Experience working in children’s ministry, as staff or volunteer
Experience working with children in a formal setting
Knowledge of child development

Spiritual Gifts Helpful For This Position

Leadership
Discernment
Encouragement
Shepherding

Character Traits Needed For This Position

Spiritual Maturity
Team Player
Trustworthy, reliable, teachable, humble, flexible

MUST HAVES FOR ALL STAFF AT THE CROSSING

Attend a service at one of The Crossing campuses on a weekly basis
Passionate about their relationship with God
Baptized after making the thoughtful decision to follow Christ
Regard the Bible as God’s final authority in all areas of Christian life and desire to be wholly obedient to it
Wholeheartedly affirm The Crossing’s Statement of Faith, including our view on Baptism
Live a lifestyle consistent with scriptural principles

Apply today and see why The Crossing may be a great fit for you!

Our church... is a non-denominational multi-site church with four St. Louis-area campuses where we gather each weekend to study this ancient story found in Scripture that is still transforming lives today. We believe church should be a place where believers in Jesus and skeptics can stand side-by-side to study truth and ask tough questions. We blend teaching and worship with art and technology to create a service where you can experience the message of Jesus in practical and life-changing ways.

Music Director......is a full-time position that will oversee the Music Team staff across all campuses to create holy, powerful, and personal expressions of musical worship music during weekend services and events in a way that consistently upholds the values and beliefs of The Crossing.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead, develop, and support all staff members of the Music Team
Work alongside campus music leads and staff to develop and train music team, including contractors & volunteers
Contribute to the creative process for music and service planning
Bring fresh song and music ideas to programming—writing, recording, and producing demos when necessary
Oversee the execution of all worship-related music and staffing details for weekend services and specified events—working closely with Campus Music Leads
Collaborate with music staff to create and manage assets for Planning Center including arrangements, charts, audio files, etc.
Lead worship vocally and/or instrumentally for weekend services on a regular basis
Other staff duties as required by programming leadership

Spiritual Gifts Helpful for This Position

Creative Communication
Leadership
Discernment
Administration

Character Traits Needed for This Position

Humble
Flexible
Teachable
Trustworthy
Authentic
Team Player

Necessary Skills and Attributes

Advanced knowledge of industry-standard pre-production technology including, but not limited to, Ableton Live, Pro-Tools or comparable DAW, and other software
Be willing to learn and train others on new music production technology
Ability to play at least on instrument and communicate effectively details for all instruments used at a worship venue at The Crossing
Experienced worship leader and vocalist

MUST HAVES FOR ALL STAFF AT THE CROSSING

Attend a service at one of The Crossing campuses on a weekly basis
Passionate about their relationship with God
Baptized after making the thoughtful decision to follow Christ
Regard the Bible as God’s final authority in all areas of Christian life and desire to be wholly obedient to it
Wholeheartedly affirm The Crossing’s Statement of Faith, including our view on Baptism
Live a lifestyle consistent with scriptural principles

Apply today and see why The Crossing may be a great fit for you!

PASTOR OF TEACHING & LEADERSHIP

This is a rare opportunity to step into a role with both immediate impact and long-term significance. The Pastor of Teaching & Leadership will serve two very distinct responsibilities.

This role will be one of the primary weekend teaching voices at The Crossing, working in close partnership with the Lead Pastor. They should be a gifted and engaging communicator with a deep personal walk with Jesus, have a strong grasp of Scripture, and have a heart for the lost and the long-time believer alike. They must be able to communicate in a winsome way to both the unchurched and the over-churched.

The Pastor of Teaching & Leadership will serve on both the Leadership Team and the Spiritual Oversight Team and collaborate on the church’s strategic direction. The ideal candidate will be both a catalytic and collaborative leader who thrives in a team-oriented approach, who isn't afraid to take the lead, and who simultaneously celebrates the leadership and creative ideas of others. This role is intentionally designed to grow as quickly as the Lord allows. We expect this person’s voice, influence, and leadership to expand significantly as we follow God's call together.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as a primary weekend teaching voice, beginning at 15 weekends per year with a clear trajectory of more to come
Collaborate with the Lead Pastor in providing pastoral oversight and strategic leadership of the weekend experience
Invest in and develop pastoral teaching voices church-wide
Help set series themes and work with the Pastor of Worship Arts in weekend service planning
Work alongside the Lead Pastor in innovating new teaching strategies
Serve as a member of the Leadership Team and Spiritual Oversight Team and collaborate with the Lead Pastor in leading the Pastoral Team
Collaborate with the Board and Lead Pastor to shape, align, and advance the growth blueprint of The Crossing

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Spiritual Gifts helpful for this position

Leadership
Teaching
Discernment
Wisdom
Evangelism
Administration

Character Traits Needed For This Position

Meets biblical qualifications for an Elder (1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9)
Deep personal walk with Jesus; Feel called to reach the lost and unchurched
If married, spouse is supportive of your calling and has a sense of their own calling into the kingdom and the work of the local church
Gifted communicator who connects equally with long-term believers and people who’ve never opened a bible
Theologically grounded and aligned with The Crossing’s beliefs and mission
Emotionally mature, relationally wise, and pastorally accessible
Strong, humble leader: Willing to take responsibility, provide direction, and work collaboratively within a team
Sees beyond the walls of our buildings – excited about reaching people digitally and far beyond St. Louis
Unity-minded bridge builder and team builder
Highly strategic, analytical, and rational
Able to articulate well across multiple areas of ministry and executive functions
Self-motivated and able to Coach others toward their best
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Emphasis on accuracy, timelines and follow-up
Strong time management skills

Education and Experience

Master’s degree preferred; equivalent ministry experience considered
Experience in a multi-site church culture preferred
Experience preaching 15+ times a year

MUST HAVES FOR ALL STAFF OF THE CROSSING

Attend a service at one of The Crossing campuses on a weekly basis
Passionate about their relationship with God
Baptized after making the thoughtful decision to follow Christ
Regard the Bible as God’s final authority in all areas of Christian life and desire to be wholly obedient to it
Wholeheartedly affirm The Crossing’s Statement of Faith, including our view on Baptism
Live a lifestyle consistent with scriptural principles

Apply today and see why The Crossing may be a great fit for you!

Our church... is a non-denominational multi-site church with four St. Louis-area campuses where we gather each weekend to study this ancient story found in Scripture that is still transforming lives today. We believe church should be a place where believers in Jesus and skeptics can stand side-by-side to study truth and ask tough questions. We blend teaching and worship with art and technology to create a service where you can experience the message of Jesus in practical and life-changing ways.

Pastor/Care Ministries.....This full-time position involves managing Care Resourcing, which includes counseling and referrals, as well as leading and assisting in pastoral care development and training of care classes/events. It also requires staying updated on best practices, teaching, providing pastoral care, participating in various events, and overseeing specific responsibilities at the Fenton campus.

This individual must have a passion for Jesus Christ, the vision of The Crossing, and a heart for those seeking and walking with Jesus in our community. This individual will work closely with senior leadership team, the pastoral teaching team, counselors, and with various departments within the church.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage Care Resourcing which includes the counseling and organization referral process including but not limited to the following:
- Maintain relationships with current counselors and organizations in order to support pastoral team and other leaders by giving recommendations, including handling email and phone call requests for recommendations.
- Oversee the screening process
- Explore additional support options such as coaches, treatment centers etc.

Lead and direct oversight of pastors/leaders/facilitators, administrator oversite, development and implementation of growth strategies for classes like Grieving with Hope, Overcoming Church Hurt, and The Marriage Course, and other classes as directed by the Director of Care,
Assist with development of pastoral care response and training across campuses, including but not limited to funerals, hospital visits, and crises situations.
Assist with pastoral and leadership responsibilities in various environments and care classes/events as needed and determined by Care Pastor and Director of Care.
Create curriculum and implement training opportunities for pastors, staff and key volunteers who will be leading care conversations to include strategies for coaching including emotional health basics as needed and assigned by the Director of Care Ministries.
Be current on best practices for Care Ministries by maintaining involvement with other churches and organizations, attending conferences when meaningful as assigned by the Director of Care Ministries.
Assist with teaching responsibilities in various environments (Care Events, Care Classes/Groups).
Provide for pastoral care as needed including but not limited to funerals, hospital/home visits, pastoral conversations, and crisis calls.
Participate in assigned campus events as designated by Campus Pastor
- Weekend bullpen at assigned campus (visibility as a Pastor at a campus as needed)
- Occasional weekend announcement/offering communicator as assigned
- Pastoral care at assigned campus.
Participate in other functions as assigned by the Director of Care Ministries

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Spiritual Gifts Helpful For This Position

Leadership
Wisdom
Discernment
Hospitality
Administration
Teaching
Evangelism

Character Traits Needed For This Position

Passion for Christ and for the work of the ministry at The Crossing
Excellent people and communication skills, including the following:
- Talking with and to others and communicating information effectively
- Speaking clearly so others understand
- Communicating effectively in writing, including the proper use of the English language
- Passionately cast clear vision about The Crossing with accurate detail
Biblical awareness and continued education
Time management and ability to lead/manage other staff and their schedules
Team builder and team player
Outstanding follow-through and task completion
Not afraid to make the hard decisions and say no
High integrity, trustworthy, on time and reliable
Self-motivated/self-lead individual (initiates projects on own)
Flexible and teachable
Embraces and lives out Echad and unity

Necessary Skills and Abilities

Ability to maintain confidentiality
Emphasis on accuracy, timelines and follow-up
Strong time management skills
Ability to prioritize and organize workload
Solid memory for details and new information
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized & complex situations

Education/Training and Certificates

Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) and/or 3-5 years related experience and/or

MUST HAVES FOR ALL STAFF AT THE CROSSING

Attend a service at one of The Crossing campuses on a weekly basis
Passionate about their relationship with God
Baptized after making the thoughtful decision to follow Christ
Regard the Bible as God’s final authority in all areas of Christian life and desire to be wholly obedient to it
Wholeheartedly affirm The Crossing’s Statement of Faith, including our view on Baptism
Live a lifestyle consistent with scriptural principles

Apply today and see why The Crossing may be a great fit for you!

Our church... is a non-denominational multi-site church with four St. Louis-area campuses where we gather each weekend to study this ancient story found in Scripture that is still transforming lives today. We believe church should be a place where believers in Jesus and skeptics can stand side-by-side to study truth and ask tough questions. We blend teaching and worship with art and technology to create a service where you can experience the message of Jesus in practical and life-changing ways.

Youth and Young Adults Social Media Specialist......This full-time position creates social media content and other creative communication that helps students, young adults, parents, and volunteers stay connected. This full-time role primarily focuses on social media, content creation, and digital storytelling for YouthCrossing and Young Adults. This position also helps create communication pieces such as emails, postcards, graphics, and other ministry updates as needed. The ideal candidate is creative, organized, relational, and comfortable capturing photo and video content in live ministry environments. This position works closely with YouthCrossing team, Young Adults team, and The Crossing’s Creative and Communications teams to ensure ministry content is clear, creative, consistent, and aligned across digital and print platforms.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage YouthCrossing and Young Adults social media channels, including Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and other platforms as needed
Create and manage a monthly content calendar for social media and key communication needs
Capture photo and video content at weekly YouthCrossing gatherings, Young Adults gatherings, major events (like summer camp and winter retreat), baptism, and other ministry moments
Create short-form videos, graphics, photos, captions, emails, postcards, and other communication pieces for ministry use
Develop content that helps students and young adults engage with ministry throughout the week and helps parents stay connected to what is happening in YouthCrossing & Young Adults
Work with the Youth team, Young Adults team, and other staff to identify stories, highlights, upcoming opportunities, and key moments worth sharing
Write and schedule regular parent emails with clear information about upcoming events, important dates, registrations, serving opportunities, and ministry updates
Assist in creating a cohesive communication strategy for YouthCrossing and Young Adults across campuses and ministries
Recruit, train, and coordinate a volunteer content team made up of students, young adults, and adults who can assist with photo, video, stories, and social media engagement
Equip campus Youth staff, Young Adults leaders, and volunteers with basic tools, templates, and best practices for capturing usable photo and video content
Partner with The Crossing’s Communications Department on broader church communication projects, including content capture, design, scheduling, copywriting, and other creative communication needs as assigned
Attend weekly YouthCrossing gatherings, Young Adults gatherings, and key ministry events throughout the year
Other staff duties as assigned by the Leadership team

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Spiritual Gifts Helpful For This Position

Creative Communication
Administration
Encouragement
Leadership

Character Traits Needed for This Position

Humble, Flexible, Teachable and Trustworthy
Creative and thoughtful storyteller
Strong team builder & player
Spiritually mature and personally invested in following Jesus
Relational and comfortable connecting with students, young adults, volunteers, parents, and staff
Passionate about students, young adults, The Crossing, and helping people take next steps with God

Necessary Skills and Abilities

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong administrative skills
Confident understanding of social media platforms, including Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook
Ability to create engaging photo, video, graphic, and written content for digital and print communication
Experience creating short-form video content for platforms such as Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shoots
Knowledge of Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, CapCut, or similar applications is preferred
Basic understanding of social media engagement, trends, and best practices is preferred

Education/Training and Certificates

High School Diploma or greater
Additional training or experience in communications, social media, marketing, design, video production, ministry, or a related field is preferred

MUST HAVES FOR ALL STAFF AT THE CROSSING

Attend a service at one of The Crossing campuses on a weekly basis
Passionate about their relationship with God
Baptized after making the thoughtful decision to follow Christ
Regard the Bible as God’s final authority in all areas of Christian life and desire to be wholly obedient to it
Wholeheartedly affirm The Crossing’s Statement of Faith, including our view on Baptism
Live a lifestyle consistent with scriptural principles

Apply today and see why The Crossing may be a great fit for you!

Our church... is a non-denominational multi-site church with four St. Louis-area campuses where we gather each weekend to study this ancient story found in Scripture that is still transforming lives today. We believe church should be a place where believers in Jesus and skeptics can stand side-by-side to study truth and ask tough questions. We blend teaching and worship with art and technology to create a service where you can experience the message of Jesus in practical and life-changing ways.

Youth Ministry Associate.....is a 10 hour per week part-time position that will work closely with the Grant's Trail Family Pastor in overseeing many aspects of the youth ministry, some of which include volunteers, occasional teaching (as assigned), as well as creating, implementing, and maintaining teams for the youth ministry (6^th-12^th grade). Creating community, culture, and trust amongst teams to further the reaches of the youth ministry is top priority. This person will also possess the ability to jump into many different projects and tasks as needed. In the end, their heart will beat for creating a safe environment for students all over the spiritual spectrum to take steps on their journey with Jesus.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities – Grant's Trail

Work closely with YouthCrossing Leadership development staff to oversee Middle school and High school volunteers including recruiting, training, and leadership development
Responsible for leading student-leader teams, including recruiting, developing, training, organizing team building activities
Communicate from stage on Wednesdays regularly – Announcements, games, and occasional teaching
Communicate with student and adult volunteer teams through weekly emails
Assist Family Pastor with planning and executing events
Building meaningful Christ-Centered relationships with students
Assist with implementing follow up with new and current students
Be proactive and have initiative to troubleshoot and evaluate in order to expand ministry
Assist Family Pastor with various responsibilities for Wednesday night services
Other duties as assigned by the leadership team

Responsibilities – Central Support

Attend and assist with the planning of YC ‘One’ events and trips (Summer camp, Winterblast, mission experience, Summer Tour, etc)
Provide assistance to YouthCrossing events on a needed basis
Other duties as assigned by leadership

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Spiritual Gifts Helpful For This Position

Administration
Leadership
Mercy
Wisdom
Shepherding

Character Traits Needed For This Position

Passion for Christ
Passion for students
Team builder and player
Self-starter
Flexible and teachable
Spiritually mature
Heart for the lost
Heart for people
Ability to recruit, develop, and empower leaders
Passionate about The Crossing and a relationship with God

Necessary Skille and Abilities

Basic administrative skills
Proven experience exhibiting a passion for youth
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education/Training & Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

MUST HAVES FOR ALL STAFF AT THE CROSSING

Attend a service at one of The Crossing campuses on a weekly basis
Passionate about their relationship with God
Baptized after making the thoughtful decision to follow Christ
Regard the Bible as God’s final authority in all areas of Christian life and desire to be wholly obedient to it
Wholeheartedly affirm The Crossing’s Statement of Faith, including our view on Baptism
Live a lifestyle consistent with scriptural principles

Apply today and see why The Crossing may be a great fit for you!

Our church... is a non-denominational multi-site church with four St. Louis-area campuses where we gather each weekend to study this ancient story found in Scripture that is still transforming lives today. We believe church should be a place where believers in Jesus and skeptics can stand side-by-side to study truth and ask tough questions. We blend teaching and worship with art and technology to create a service where you can experience the message of Jesus in practical and life-changing ways.

Youth Pastor......is a full-time position that will oversee the entire youth ministry (6th-12th graders) at our Mid Rivers Campus. This person will have the ability to create a safe environment for students all over the spiritual spectrum to take steps on their journey with Jesus. This includes (but is not limited to) overseeing the weekly YouthCrossing gathering, events, outreach, volunteers, and volunteer development. This person will have a high gift of leadership and be very relational. Creating community, culture, and trust amongst teams is a top priority. This position will also operate in a pastoral capacity during our weekend services.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

ASSOCIATE PASTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary teacher and vision keeper of campus youth ministry
Oversee Middle and High School volunteers
Recruit and train teams of adult volunteers
Provide ongoing training and leadership development for volunteers
Implement follow up with new and current students
Develop and implement student leadership opportunities
Work closely with the Youth Central Services Team to put on weekly Youth services
Create community and relational opportunities through events and activities
Be proactive and have initiative to troubleshoot and evaluate to expand YouthCrossing ministry
Partner with Youth Central Services Team to plan and execute combined events and initiatives, including a summer camp and winter retreat
Provide pastoral support and leadership for Weekend Services
Other staff duties as assigned by the Leadership team

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Spiritual Gifts Helpful For This Position

Teaching
Leadership
Discernment
Administration

Character Traits Needed for This Position

Humble, Flexible, Teachable and Trustworthy
Team builder & player
Spiritually mature
Passionate about students, The Crossing and a personal relationship with God

Necessary Skills and Attributes

High relationship skills
Ability to keep information confidential
Ability to recruit, develop and empower leaders

Education/Training and Certificates

Bachelor’s Degree
3-5 years vocational ministry experience

MUST HAVES FOR ALL STAFF AT THE CROSSING

Attend a service at one of The Crossing campuses on a weekly basis
Passionate about their relationship with God
Baptized after making the thoughtful decision to follow Christ
Regard the Bible as God’s final authority in all areas of Christian life and desire to be wholly obedient to it
Wholeheartedly affirm The Crossing’s Statement of Faith, including our view on Baptism
Live a lifestyle consistent with scriptural principles

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