NextGen Student Ministries Lead - Hillside Fellowship

Role SummaryHillside Fellowship believes that Jesus Changes Everything! Our mission is that we exist to worship God, by proclaiming Jesus, making disciples, rooted in the Word of God, empowered by the Spirit of God. Discipleship is a byproduct, as we know and make much of Jesus.The NextGen Team Lead will guide students and their families toward a maturing relationship with Jesus Christ while providing strategic and operational oversight of the middle and high school ministries. This role combines leadership, discipleship, volunteer development, and relational ministry to ensure students are nurtured and equipped to grow in their faith.Duties & ResponsibilitiesOversee and lead the student ministry discipleship process by making disciples of students who press on to maturity, rooted in the Word of God and empowered by the Spirit of GodProvide leadership, vision, and direction for the student ministry (middle and high school)Collaborate with HillsideKids Team Lead and other ministry leaders to align with overall ministry strategy and to facilitate the mission and vision of making disciples across the body of HillsideParticipate in regular meetings and ongoing training as required by the Director of Family Ministries and Executive PastorRecruit, lead, and develop a healthy team of student ministry leaders and volunteersEquip and empower volunteers to carry out the work of ministry with students effectively, including opportunities to lead and teachLead and contribute to the teaching ministry of NextGen, including studying and preparing to teach God’s Word and equipping others to do the sameGuide students and their families through weekly programming, relational investment, counseling, and discipleshipPlan and coordinate weekly gatherings and special events that create meaningful environments for student discipleship across the NextGen ministryPartner with parents through consistent communication and relational connection to support the spiritual growth and development of their studentsCommunicate clearly and consistently with leaders and families to ensure alignment, awareness, and engagement across the ministryDevelop relationships with students and schools outside of Hillside FellowshipEnsure all child protection, screening, and safety policies are administered at all timesPrepare and oversee the NextGen ministry budget, ensuring that resources are used wisely to advance the mission of making disciples. Regularly review progress, practice good stewardship, and seek guidance as needed to support ministry goalsThis role may include additional responsibilities as needed to support the mission and team, consistent with the general scope and level of the positionQualifications & RequirementsDemonstrates a maturing relationship with Jesus Christ and embodies the culture and values of Hillside Fellowship (Galatians 5:22–23)Must be a member of Hillside Fellowship or willing to pursue membership within six months of hireCommitted to the mission, vision, and values of HillsideExperience in student ministry is required; 3 years of leadership experience in a student ministry setting is preferredCollege degree or equivalent ministry training is requiredProven experience building and developing healthy teamsStrong administrative skills, attention to detail, and a servant-leader’s heartAbility to pass a background check is requiredSCHEDULE: Sun–Thur, with occasional evening and weekend responsibilitiesHOURS: Full-timeSTATUS: ExemptBENEFITS: As outlined in the Hillside Fellowship Personnel Handbook