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Department:** The Center for the Arc of Ministry**Reports To:** Executive Director, The Center for the Arc of Ministry**FLSA Status:** Exempt**Position Summary**The Associate Director of ...

Family Ministry Director

Rock Hill, SC ยท On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Director of Family Ministry Purpose The Director of Family Ministry provides leadership to the church's ministry to children, students, and families. Their primary responsibility is to equip parents ...

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How much do director of ministry jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of ministry in the United States is $174,532.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,000.00 and $253,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a director of ministry?

A Director Of Ministry is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the various programs and activities within a church or faith-based organization. Their duties typically include developing ministry strategies, supervising staff and volunteers, managing budgets, and ensuring that all ministry efforts align with the organization's mission and values. They often work closely with church leadership, congregants, and the wider community to provide spiritual guidance and support. Additionally, they may be involved in planning worship services, educational programs, and outreach initiatives.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a director of ministry?

To thrive as a Director of Ministry, you need a background in theology or religious studies, leadership experience, and often formal ordination or credentialing within your faith tradition. Familiarity with church management software, event planning tools, and budgeting systems is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, empathy, and strong communication are vital for inspiring volunteers and engaging diverse congregations. These skills are crucial for effectively guiding ministry programs, fostering spiritual growth, and maintaining organizational stability.

How does a director of ministry collaborate with other church staff and volunteers?

A Director of Ministry works closely with pastors, administrative staff, and volunteer leaders to coordinate programs and events that align with the church's mission. Collaboration often involves regular planning meetings, sharing progress updates, and providing support or training to volunteers. Building strong relationships and maintaining open communication are essential for ensuring that ministries run smoothly and effectively serve the congregation. Directors also frequently mediate between different departments to foster unity and maximize resources.

What is the difference between Director Of Ministry vs Pastor?

AspectDirector Of MinistryPastor
CredentialsTypically requires theological education, ministry certifications, or relevant experienceOften requires theological degrees, ordination, and pastoral training
Work EnvironmentAdministrative offices, church programs, community outreachChurch services, counseling, community engagement
Employer & IndustryReligious organizations, churches, faith-based nonprofitsPrimarily churches, religious institutions

The main difference is that a Director Of Ministry focuses on overseeing programs, administration, and organizational aspects of ministry, while a Pastor provides spiritual leadership, sermons, and pastoral care. Both roles require theological knowledge and experience, but their daily responsibilities and focus areas differ.

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Infographic showing various Director Of Ministry job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $174,532 per year, or $83.9 per hour.

Director of Student Ministry

Manassas, VA โ€ข On-site

McLean Bible Church
Religious Organizationsย โ€ขย 201 - 500 employees

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

SUMMARY OF POSITION


The Director of Student Ministry at MBC Prince William will lead a ministry to middle school and high school students and their families that is centered on Jesus, rooted in Scripture, and focused on helping students take meaningful next steps of faith. We are looking for a leader who is burdened to reach students across Prince Willliam County with the gospel of Jesus Christ, especially students who are unchurched, dechurched, spiritually curious, or disconnected from Christian community.

This leader will give primary attention to reaching, discipling, and sending students as followers of Jesus who live with faith, courage, and purpose in their schools, teams, neighborhoods, and friend groups. The Director of Student Ministry will also inspire, equip, and shepherd a Serve Team of adult leaders to do the work of ministry by helping students feel known, loved, challenged, and sent.


RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop and lead a missionary-minded Student Ministry strategy that reaches, disciples, and sends middle school and high school students across Prince William County with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
  • Build a culture where every student is encouraged to reach one person with the hope of the gospel, take next steps as a disciple of Jesus, and live as a witness in their schools, teams, neighborhoods, and friend groups.
  • Recruit, inspire, equip, and shepherd a Serve Team of adult leaders who joyfully do the work of ministry by helping students feel known, loved, challenged, and sent.
  • Faithfully teach God’s Word in Student Ministry environments in a way that is biblically grounded, culturally aware, and compelling for churched, unchurched, dechurched, and spiritually curious students.
  • Disciple and develop student leaders who are growing in Christ, serving the church, and taking personal responsibility for the mission of God in their generation.
  • Partner with parents by providing encouragement, resources, and practical tools that help them disciple their students in the everyday rhythms of life.
  • Create welcoming and intentional environments where students can build meaningful relationships, hear the gospel clearly, ask honest questions, and take next steps toward Jesus.
  • Collaborate with the MBC Student Ministry team to plan and execute church-wide moments such as Winter Camp, Summer Camp, and other strategic events that help students encounter Jesus and grow as disciples.
  • Establish and maintain clear safety, security, and care practices that protect minors and create trustworthy ministry environments for students, parents, and leaders.

 

 

OTHER MINISTRIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Faithfully participate in the life of McLean Bible Church through membership, worship, and ongoing involvement in a Church Group.
  • Serve as a trusted member of the MBC Prince William team by contributing to staff meetings, ministry planning, prayer rhythms, and location-wide initiatives.
  • Provide care and ministry support as needed, including student and family care, visitation, assimilation, follow-up, and other ministry responsibilities assigned by the MBC Prince William Location Pastor.
  • Use personal gifting, leadership, and ministry experience to strengthen the overall health and mission of MBC Prince William.
  • Model a life of spiritual maturity, humility, collaboration, and joyful service among staff, Serve Team members, students, and families.


REQUIREMENTS

  • A passionate disciple of Jesus Christ who continually seeks to abide in Christ and demonstrates the biblical qualifications for spiritual leadership.
  • A proven disciple-maker who has helped others grow as followers of Jesus and is able to equip students and leaders to make disciples.
  • A spiritually mature and emotionally healthy leader who demonstrates humility, wisdom, integrity, and consistency in both personal and public life.
  • A theologically grounded leader who is in agreement with MBC doctrine and teaching.
  • A servant leader who can inspire, equip, and shepherd adult leaders to joyfully do the work of ministry.
  • A missionary-minded leader with a demonstrated burden to reach unchurched, dechurched, and spiritually curious students.
  • An effective implementer who can take vision and build clear ministry rhythms, leader development pathways, and student discipleship environments.
  • A humble learner who continually seeks feedback, evaluates ministry effectiveness, and develops ways to strengthen Student Ministry at MBC Prince William.
  • An effective communicator who can teach Scripture faithfully, communicate clearly with parents and leaders, and connect meaningfully with students.
  • A collaborative team member who works well with others and resolves conflict in a biblical and healthy way.

















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