Chaska NXT JHigh Manager

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Grace Church is seeking a Jesus-centered, relational, and strategic leader to serve as our Junior High Ministry Manager. This person will be responsible for leading a vibrant, fun, and discipleship-focused ministry for students in grades 6–8. The ideal candidate is a team player who brings energy, creativity, and ownership to ministry, with a passion for equipping volunteers, engaging families, and helping students grow in their faith. The Chaska NXT JHigh Manager will be responsible for:

Leadership & Oversight

• Lead and manage all aspects of Junior High Ministry, including weekly programming, events, camps, and special initiatives.
• Create a welcoming, fun, and safe environment where students can grow spiritually and relationally.
• Recruit, train, and disciple a team of adult and student volunteers, equipping them for effective ministry.
• Develop and manage ministry goals, calendar, and budget in alignment with church vision and discipleship process.

Discipleship & Teaching

• Plan and deliver Bible-based teaching that is relevant and engaging for junior high students.
• Foster small group environments that encourage authentic relationships and spiritual growth.
• Model and encourage relational evangelism among students and leaders.
• Support and engage parents in the spiritual formation of their students.

Collaboration & Teamwork

• Work closely with the NXT Gen Team and other church staff to ensure alignment and support across ministries.
• Participate in regular staff meetings, planning sessions, and church-wide events.
• Support and assist teammates as needed—embracing a “we not me” mindset.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, volunteers, and staff.

Ministry Development

• Evaluate and improve ministry programs, seeking feedback and input.
• Embrace innovation and resist “we’ve always done it this way” thinking.
• Keep up with trends and best practices in student ministry.
• Ensure all activities align with the overall discipleship strategy and help students take next steps in their faith.

PROFESSIONAL AND SPIRITUAL EXPECTATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., ministry, education, or youth development) is preferred.
• Experience: At least 1–2 years of relevant experience, ideally in youth ministry or a related field.
• Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office products, data entry, and familiar with databases. Must be organized, relational, dependable, and adaptable.
• Spiritual:
• Prioritizes a growing, Christ-centered relationship with Jesus, evidenced by the fruit of the Spirit.
• Believes that personal walk with God is the highest priority, and actively takes time for Scripture, prayer, worship, and rest—even during the workweek—as essential to both personal well-being and ministry effectiveness. Lives with integrity and accountability, modeling a life appropriate for public Christian ministry.
• Committed to relational evangelism and discipleship, actively participating in the Great Commission (Matt. 28:18–20).
• Values family as a priority and seeks healthy balance with ministry responsibilities.
• Embraces team collaboration—supports others, gives and receives feedback well, and protects team unity.
• Helps beyond assigned roles when needed, with a mindset of shared ownership and service.
• Understands that people matter more than process, using systems to support spiritual growth, not hinder it.
• Communicates the “why” behind ministry efforts and helps others take next steps in faith.
• Brings initiative, creativity, and a “yes” attitude, seeking improvement and resisting “we’ve always done it that way” thinking.
• Regularly attends Grace Church and remains approachable and engaged with staff and congregation.
• Creates joyful, fun, and welcoming environments, especially for students, fostering genuine connection and belonging.
• Demonstrate a personal passion to minister to people within the context of the local church.
• Exhibits a meaningful and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior as evidenced by the manifestation of the fruit of the Holy Spirit.
• Has a commitment to personal and active participation in the fulfillment of the Great Commission (Matthew 28: 18-20).
• Exhibits a lifestyle appropriate to a person in public Christian ministry by conducting life with the utmost integrity in all situations.