Description:

San Diego Metro Young Life is seeking a new full-time staff associate to work closely with the associate regional director and the local metro area to launch and grow direct ministry in the Otay Ranch and Eastlake areas (located in Chula Vista, Calif.). There are three middle schools and five high schools in the target area -- as well as a local college (Southwestern College) that is also hiring for a staff associate at this time.

We are seeking a full-time staff person willing to:

• Lead, model, and develop active high school and middle school ministries.
• Partner with local churches, schools, and others passionate about college students.
• Build community among college students, faculty, families, neighbors, donors, and volunteers.
• Encourage a culture of diversity, equity, and belonging.
• Develop and raise sufficient financial support as an individual and on behalf of the organization.
• Have fun and help others have fun.

There are vibrant ministries with Young Life and WyldLife on campus nearby in the South Bay with a local Young Life ministry and staff that have been active in the surrounding area for more than 20 years. The ideal candidate will help develop a devoted volunteer team and committee (of which there are several current prospects and engaged advocates), maintain core teams of volunteer student leaders, increase financial support, and increase collaboration with local churches and community partners.

This is a great role for an ambitious self-starter and visionary who is excited about sharing the Good News of Jesus and discipling young people and adult leaders in the area.

This is an exciting new chapter for San Diego Metro with a team committed and ready to multiply and build new ministries to reach even more young people with the invitation of life with Jesus!

Responsibilities:

Student Outreach and Discipleship

• Regular and consistent time on campus. Building relationships and introducing students to Jesus.
• Leadership training: Recruiting, equipping, and training adult and student leaders.
• Leading leaders: Assist in leading and developing a leadership team who are following Jesus, building community, and serving students.
• Excellence in implementing contact work, clubs, Campaigners, camps, and events.
• Summer assignments (assigned by the region).

Ministry Leadership

• Coordination and administration for weekly events, clubs, Campaigners, and leadership team gatherings.
• Vision cast and implement a social media presence.
• Plan and prepare to speak at Young Life events.
• Attendance and participation in monthly committee/staff meetings/gatherings.
• Other administrative duties as assigned by the associate regional director.

Personal Fundraising

• Personally fundraise $30,000-$50,000 per year (this position is also funded with an additional $45,000 for Year One and $35,000 for Year Two as part of the California Plan's Fast Ships Initiative).
• Create a team for prayer and personal support.
• Communicate progress to donors and potential donors.
• Regular meetings with a personal fundraising coach.

Training

• This is a training role, aiming to prepare the staff associate for a full-time director position.
• Participate in all missionwide, regional, and area trainings.
• Complete Leadership 1 and 2 Training.
• Attendance at New Staff and Winter Training.
• Monthly regional staff associate training.
• Discernment of calling.
• Other training as assigned by the region and metro area.

Qualifications:

• A deep and growing relationship with Jesus.
• A call to reach young people with the Gospel.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Proven relational skills with both young people and adults.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• History of or willingness to develop personal donor financial support.

Benefits:

• ​Medical, dental, and vision coverage (at no cost to you).
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 401(k) matching plan (up to four percent).​​
• Health club benefit.
• And more!

Notes:

This position will be situated to launch outreach at Olympian High School in Year One. This position is part of a unique two-year leadership development track designed to give opportunities for leaders to "learn from the best" in Young Life as they discern their calling into full-time vocational ministry. This position is funded with an $80,000 grant to be split over two years ($45k in Year One and $35k in Year Two). There will be opportunities to stay in the area after the two-year grant period concludes or to also look at other full-time ministry opportunities within the mission of Young Life should you be successful and feel called to the mission.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to us with any questions you may have about the position. For questions, please contact Luma Haddad, associate regional director (San Diego Metro) at lhaddad78@hotmail.com.

How to Apply:

Please submit an online application, including resume and cover letter, via the button below.