Student Pastor Full Time

Hamlin Baptist Church is seeking a full-time Student Pastor to provide spiritual leadership to students in grades 6-12 and their families.

Key Qualifications:

1. Born-again believer with a healthy and growing relationship with Jesus Christ

2.Demonstrates enthusiasm for the mission and vision of Hamlin Baptist Church

3. Meets the biblical qualifications for Pastor/Elder/Overseer in character and calling (1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9)

4. Passionate about teaching and preaching the Word of God to teenagers

5. Desires to build meaningful relationships with teenagers and parents

6. Teachable and eager to grow as a follower of Christ and as a ministry leader Committed to the gathering of the local church for worship and prayer

7. Theologically aligned with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000

Responsibilities:

Weekly Ministry

1. Lead weekly student ministry programming each Sunday and Wednesday that is faithful to Scripture and engaging to teenagers

2. Create ministry environments that foster Gospel-centered community for all students

3. Develop a culture that encourages belonging, care, and family participation

4. Serve as the primary preacher and teacher to students, helping them understand and apply the Word of God to their lives

5. Recruit, train, and disciple student ministry volunteers

Discipleship and Pastoral Leadership

1. Equip parents to serve as the primary discipleship influence in their families  

2. Empower students to lead appropriate facets of ministry programming

3. Serve as a model for servant leadership for teenagers and volunteers

4. Lead by example in evangelism through an active presence on local school campuses  

5. Provide pastoral care for student ministry families in times of crisis and need

Events and Administration

1. Oversee the registration process, planning, and execution of student ministry events (camps, retreats, mission projects, etc.)

2. Develop and manage the student ministry calendar and budget

3. Communicate regularly with students and parents  

4. Develop and maintain a system for capturing information and making relational connections with new student ministry families

5. Attend and contribute to weekly staff meetings as part of a ministry team

Miscellaneous

1. Preach periodically in the Sunday morning worship gathering as needed

2. Serve as a member of the Advisory Committee, attending and contributing to monthly meetings

3. Collaborate with the Communications Director to maximize reach and influence through a variety of relevant social media platforms

4. Meet weekly with the Senior Pastor for prayer, guidance, and encouragement

5. Assist in facility setup/teardown for student ministry programming and church-wide events

6. Assist the Senior Pastor and the staff team in additional ministry events (weddings, funerals, receptions, etc.) Other duties as assigned

Compensation commensurate with experience and education. To apply for this position, please submit the following by March 1, 2026:

●Resume

●Cover letter

●Contact information for three references (including one pastoral reference)

Email applications to: [email protected]