Heart of Steamboat United Methodist Church
Steamboat Springs, Colorado 80487
Full Time , On-Site
Director of Children, Youth & Family Ministries
This position reports to the Lead Pastor
Full-time, exempt
Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 (depending on experience)
Start Date: August 1, 2025
Position Description:
The Heart of Steamboat United Methodist Church of Steamboat Springs, CO (“Heart of
Steamboat”) is seeking a full-time (40 hours/week) Director of Children, Youth & Family
Ministries. This person will lead a team of volunteers, as well as paid nursery workers, to
promote and nurture the faith formation in our children and youth (birth - 12th Grade) and their
families.
Duties:
The Director of Children, Youth & Family Ministries will lead the way in creating and
sustaining a place where…
• Children and youth experience the love of God
• The learning environment is safe, inviting, and effective
• Parents are provided with guidance on how they can be involved in and reinforce the
lessons and activities their children experience
• Volunteers are recruited, trained, and celebrated
• The congregation is informed and engaged in our common ministry with children and
youth
• People collaborate and work as partners in the ministry of the whole church
Responsibilities:
In the administration of the above duties, the Director of Children Youth & Family
Ministries can expect to…
• Administer and supervise core programs and events (Sunday School, VBS, etc.)
• Evaluate, determine and augment curriculum and resources as necessary
• Recruit, train, and lead team of nursery care workers and volunteers in our ministries
with children, youth and families
• Create and administer necessary budgets, supplies, and resources
• Serve as the liaison connecting families with church resources, programs, and support
• Communicate the work of the children, youth and family ministries throughout the
congregation and community
Heart of Steamboat United Methodist Church ˑ Steamboat Springs, Colorado ˑ PO Box 773748 ˑ 736 Oak
Street ˑ 970-879-1290 ˑ www.heartofsteamboat.com• Participate in staff meetings, seasonal planning meetings, and Sunday worship; and
work collegially for the spiritual health of the entire congregation
• Lead the Children & Youth Committee to vision, design, and support ministry
• Oversee and coordinate the seasonal planning for children, youth and family ministry
events and programming; coordinate special events and intergenerational all-church
events
• Conduct and implement Safe Sanctuaries training with all teachers, leaders, care
providers, and volunteers
Qualifications:
The person we are looking to hire for this position will…
• Have a vibrant and growing commitment to Jesus Christ and an ability to communicate
that faith effectively to others
• Exhibit a passion for ministry with children and families, and the role the congregation
can play in the development of both
• Have a Bachelor’s degree
• Have two or more years (preferred) of experience in leadership role in Children and
Youth and/or Family Ministries
• Be knowledgeable and supportive of the United Methodist Church and its theological
tradition and polity
• Have an inclusive theology, and be welcoming of all family types
• Exhibit strong organizational, management, and leadership skills
• Communicate effectively with individuals as well as with large groups of all ages
• Work well with and in teams
• Demonstrate familiarity with social media platforms to enhance ministry
• Thrive in the ever-changing needs and environment of a vibrant congregation
Contact:
Organization: Heart of Steamboat United Methodist Church
Contact: Trish Nugent
Closing Date: 06/01/2025
