Founded in 1873, Menlo Church has a rich history of serving the spiritual needs of our community and is a vibrant spiritual and social center in Menlo Park. Our journey has led us to expand across the Bay Area, with campuses in San Mateo, Mountain View, San Jose, and Saratoga.

Menlo’s mission is to bring hope to everyone by living out our identity in Christ every day. As we navigate the unique challenges of today’s culture, we are committed to being an endearing gospel presence in a region where many are skeptical. With a talented & dedicated staff, we envision a Bay Area that awakens to the freedom found in Christ, through meaningful and practical support.

Join us as we strive to equip our community to bring the gospel into every aspect of life. Together, we can make a lasting impact in the Bay Area and beyond.

Position Summary

Essential Functions

• Work cohesively with the Menlo Park team staff & volunteers to foster a supportive environment. Developing  and maintaining a positive working relationships by exemplifying and promoting our staff values of teamwork, humility, hope, and grit.
• Gather high capacity volunteers and equip them for ministry with the next generation of students. Lead, encourage, and develop volunteers through 1:1 or group interactions.
• Shape and oversee weekly middle and high school gatherings.
• Partner with the Central NextGen team and other campus Student Ministry Directors for mutual support and  to implement a strategy to launch middle and high school students into a lifetime of faith in Jesus Christ. 
• Partner with parents in the spiritual development of their students.
• Shepherd and develop student leaders.
• Oversee Student Ministry Life Groups that are led by adult volunteers.
• As directed by the Campus Pastor, work with the Menlo Park campus staff to plan and execute various campus-wide events and services to reach our community.
• Be responsible for the safety of all students. Work with the Campus Administrator to ensure that volunteer leaders are screened & complete mandated training, and maintain appropriate boundaries.
• Manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and effectively delegate.
• Additional duties and special projects 

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience 

• College degree 

• Minimum 2-years’ experience leading a youth ministry

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience overseeing and developing both staff and lay leaders in ministry 

• Experience working in a church with multiple location.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to recruit, develop, identify, and multiply high-capacity volunteers

• Experience working with people from different cultures

• Strong theological foundation

• Knowledgeable about student/youth ministry best practices

• Strong written and spoken communication skills

• Enthusiastic and high-energy leadership style

• High Emotional Intelligence (EQ)

• Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills

• Team player and team builder with a focus on the vision of the whole church

• Proficiency with common office applications and collaboration tools including Google Workspace, Planning Center, Asana, and others; comfortable learning new technology, software, and applications 

• Ability to speak effectively before small and large groups

Menlo Church Spiritual Requirements

• Have a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ

• Be committed to serving God and the body of Christ through attendance and participation in the community life of Menlo Church 

• Be pursuing or active in a community of believers for your own spiritual growth and health

• Have a theological framework in alignment with Menlo’s beliefs and ECO essential tenets