Youth and Young Adult Pastor

Job Description

Position Overview

Without Walls Church is a Spirit-filled Assemblies of God congregation located approximately 30 minutes from Sky Harbor Airport. We are committed to reaching the East Valley with Jesus through Bible-based teaching, Spirit-led worship, innovative outreach, and engaging discipleship.

We are seeking a passionate and forward-thinking Youth & Young Adult Pastor to lead and grow our YTH and YA Ministries (7th grade through age 29). This individual will have a heart for the next generation, a vibrant and consistent personal walk with the Lord, and the ability to build dynamic, Spirit-led environments that reach, disciple, and empower young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual leadership and oversight for our YTH and YA Ministries (7th grade–29 years old)
• Develop and execute engaging weekly services, small groups, and discipleship pathways
• Create and lead outreach strategies that effectively connect with students and young adults both on-campus and in the community
• Build, train, and lead a strong volunteer and leadership team
• Collaborate with church staff to align YTH and YA Ministries with overall church vision and culture
• Plan and oversee events, retreats, conferences, and outreach opportunities
• Provide pastoral care, mentorship, and spiritual guidance to youth and young adults
• Ensure effective communication and organization across all aspects of the ministry
• Manage administrative responsibilities including scheduling, budgeting, and follow-up systems

Qualifications

• A clear and evident personal relationship with Jesus Christ, demonstrated through a consistent prayer life, daily devotion, and ongoing spiritual growth
• Alignment with Assemblies of God doctrine and a Spirit-filled lifestyle, including openness to and operation in the gifts of the Holy Spirit
• Previous experience in NextGen, Youth, or Young Adult ministry (preferred)
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with the ability to multitask effectively
• Forward-thinking mindset with awareness of current cultural trends and challenges facing youth and young adults
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and inspire teams
• Excellent communication and relational skills
• Willingness to work in-office, on campus for evening YTH and YA services or events, and in off-campus outreach environments
• Ability to play an instrument (e.g., piano or guitar) and lead worship is a plus, but not required

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about reaching and discipling the next generation
• Energetic, innovative, and adaptable
• Relationally driven with a heart for people
• Spirit-led, faith-filled, and committed to pursuing the presence of God
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative and follow-through

Work Environment

This is a full-time position, reporting to our Ministries Executive Pastor, requiring both in-office hours and active participation in off-campus outreach, events, and ministry gatherings. Evening and weekend availability is required. A competitive benefits package is included.

If you are called to invest in the next generation and desire to serve in a growing, Spirit-filled church environment, we invite you to apply and be part of what God is doing at Without Walls Church.