Youth Ministry Assistant
Oak Grove UMCMinistry Assignment: Youth Department (6th-12th Grade)
Date: April 2026
Supervisor: Director of Youth Ministries
Employment Status: Full-Time, exempt
- Retirement plan and opt-in Health Benefits
Starting Annual Salary: $50,000 (Dependent on experience and education level)
About the Church: Oak Grove UMC is a large membership church located in Decatur, Georgia. We are a welcoming neighborhood United Methodist Church. Oak Grove’s vision is to build inclusive, life-changing communities and experience transformation in Jesus Christ. In order to do this OGUMC will: CONNECT with each other, GROW in faith, and LIVE our faith. We value intergenerational ministry. We average 850 in our weekly attendance. We have over 100 active participants in our youth programs, and are actively growing in numbers.
Responsibilities of the Youth Ministries Assistant
- Collaborate with the Director of Youth Ministry to:
- Create engaging youth programs to build community and a sense of belonging among young people
- Engage young people in missional opportunities
- Enhance our social media presence
- Strengthen our volunteer recruiting structure
- Presence will be expected:
- Sunday Nights during Youth Fellowship
- Sunday Morning service attendance and youth Sunday School
- Wednesday evening Midweek Programming
- Other events as deemed necessary
Important aspects of the Oak Grove Youth Ministry
- Valuing inclusive atmospheres for all students
- Building a strong culture of belonging
- Partnering with community organizations
Requirements for this position:
- An active and growing personal faith life
- Excellent organization and communication skills
- An understanding of United Methodist theology
- Experience working or volunteering with 12–18-year-olds
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relatable field
- Experience working in church programmatic ministries
To apply for the position please email a cover letter, resume, and at least 3 references to Rachel Fullerton, Executive Director, at rfullerton@ogumc.org.