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The Multi-site Kids Minister Director position will oversee all aspects of ministry from birth through fifth grade across all campuses of Citizens Church. This role requires someone who is passionate about ministering in the lives of children with the gospel of Jesus Christ. This position also requires experience in managing teams, leading volunteers, and strategic implementation.
Position: Full-time
Type: Salaried
Location: Plano, Texas
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
A flourishing personal relationship with Jesus as exhibited by the fruit of the Spirit
Free from addiction or life-dominating sin; a commitment to living beyond reproach
Affirmation and upholding of Citizens Church's Doctrines & Distinctives (Beliefs)
A passion for the mission to Enjoy God, Love People, and Make Disciples
Compliance with Citizen Church's employee policies and procedures
Compliance with all state and federal laws and regulatory requirements
Flexibility of schedule, including nights and weekends, as needed by the ministry
Must demonstrate a clear background check
Perform other duties as required
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting Relationship: Reports to the Next Gen Director. Provides direct oversight, coaching, and development to the Lead Kids Minister(s), who carry campus-level execution.
Vision and Strategy
Set vision, philosophy, and annual priorities across all campuses, in alignment with the Next Gen Director
Establish shared standards and systems so families get a consistent Gospel experience at any campus
Uphold what a healthy Kids ministry looks like and evaluate each campus against it
Partner with the Next Gen Director on staffing, budget, and expansion
Spend regular time in study and prayer; steward the ministry's theological direction
Curriculum and Theological Oversight
Own the curriculum strategy across all age groups and campuses
Serve as the final theological checkpoint for all Kids curriculum
Commission and approve family, small group leader, and lead teacher resources
Set the standard for CitiCamp, Elementary Large Group and Family Baptism Class experience and equip each campus to deliver it
Ministry Operations and Multi-Site Consistency
Oversee execution at each campus; hold teams accountable
Uphold systems for volunteers, classroom setup, curriculum prep, and events
Set the framework for children's discipline and pastoral-care situations; step in on the sensitive cases
Direct org-level partnership with Worship, Communications, and ABLE ministries
Evaluate ministry health across campuses and drive the resulting adjustments
Remain available to teach and serve in Kids and non-kids environments
Leadership and Team Development
Oversee, coach, and develop the [Lead] Kids Minister(s) as your primary output
Ensure every campus has a healthy volunteer pipeline
Uphold a volunteer acquisition, placement, and training process
Establish strong communication and encouragement across the multi-site team
Identify and develop future kids ministry leaders ahead of the next campus
STAFF REQUIREMENTS
Spend regular time in the Word
Pray for Citizens Church and its people
Attend all-staff meetings and events
Support other ministries and attend church anchor events
Attend regular one-on-one meetings with direct supervisor
Alignment with Citizens Church's beliefs and mission
SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree required
Theological foundation and/or studies
5+ years of ministry experience
Advanced age-appropriate knowledge of leading, teaching, and counseling
Proficient in reading, understanding, and rightly teaching the scriptures
Proficient in contextualizing theological truths for birth through 5th graders
Proficient in leading, shepherding, and equipping volunteers
Working knowledge of child development
Working knowledge in administrative systems and platforms (e.g. Google Suite)
Able to make decisions, problem solve, manage conflict and lead a team
Self-starter, learner, flexible and adaptable
Demonstrate good time management
Strategic thinker
Coaching, management, and development
Contact email address: hr@citizenschurch.com