About Conduit Ministries

We believe discipling the next generation begins with children. Through Conduit Kids, our desire is to create safe, fun, gospel-centered environments where kids can encounter Jesus and grow in their faith. We are seeking a leader who will direct this ministry with vision, care, and excellence while equipping parents and volunteers for their roles in discipleship.

Personal Requirements

• An authentic, vital, and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

• A clear sense of pastoral calling, marked by spiritual maturity and Christlike character.

• The ability to communicate biblical truth in a way that connects with children and families.

• A shepherd’s heart for kids, parents, and ministry volunteers.

• Alignment with Conduit Ministries’ theological statement, mission, vision, and core principles.

Areas of Responsibility

• Implement gospel-centered curriculum at each age level in a contextually appropriate manner.

• Lead and support a diverse group of ministry team leaders who create environments and relationships of discipleship to Jesus.

• Consult with team leaders regarding the structure and flow of Sunday morning ministry.

• Build meaningful relationships with parents and caregivers, equipping them to disciple their children at home.

• Recruit, train, and launch additional volunteers for the Conduit Kids ministry.

• Ensure that policies and procedures in the Conduit Kids Handbook are up to date, reflect best practices, and are followed by staff and volunteers.

• Collaborate with the pastoral team to integrate Conduit Kids into the wider life and mission of the church.

• Attend weekly staff meetings and other church meetings as needed.

Desired Competencies

• Strong leadership and relational skills with children, parents, and volunteers.

• Ability to cast vision and inspire others to engage in children’s ministry.

• Organizational and administrative skills to manage volunteers, schedules, and structures effectively.

• Creativity and flexibility in shaping ministry for diverse families and contexts.

Anticipated hours per week: 20-25

Conduit Ministries currently has several roles open for employment. If you are interested in exploring an expanded capacity by combining other positions, please review the additional postings.

About Conduit Ministries

Worship is central to our life together as a church. We value creativity, musical excellence, and authenticity, with a deep desire for worship to be Spirit-led and Christ-focused—drawing people into the presence of God and encouraging whole-church participation. We are seeking a Worship Director who will help shape and lead this vital ministry, disciple those on the worship and tech teams, and steward our digital presence for greater gospel impact.

Personal Requirements

• An authentic, vital, and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

• The ability to articulate with passion and theological accuracy the key components of the Christian faith and message.

• Unwavering commitment to moral and spiritual purity.

• Demonstrated ability in vocal and musical performance.

• The skills necessary to both lead and be led.

• A shepherd’s heart to disciple and care for those in the worship, media, and AV teams.

• Alignment with Conduit Ministries’ theological statement, mission, vision, and core principles.

Areas of Responsibility

Worship & Leadership

• Work alongside the pastoral team to develop direction, themes, and style for corporate worship gatherings.

• Lead the congregation in worship weekly, while equipping and directing a team of musicians and vocalists.

• Lead weekly rehearsals, fostering both musical excellence and spiritual growth within the team.

• Recruit, train, and develop new members of the worship, media, and AV teams.

• Plan and lead regularly scheduled worship nights.

• Partner with staff to plan and participate in special seasonal services and be available, as needed, for weddings and funerals.

• In consultation with the Director of Operations, develop and manage an annual ministry budget.

Media, Technology, & Communication

• Oversee all worship, media, and AV equipment, ensuring functionality and stewardship.

• Edit and publish the weekly sermon to YouTube and podcast platforms.

• Produce a minimum of one sermon clip per week as a short for social media.

• Post at least two pieces of content per week per platform (content may overlap across platforms).

• Protect and promote consistent branding and imaging guidelines for the church’s online presence.

• Manage, update, and develop the church website (Squarespace) as a centralized hub for information and vision-sharing.

• Oversee and manage the Conduit Ministries Church Center app.

Team & Church Involvement

• Attend weekly staff meetings and participate in additional church meetings as needed.

• Collaborate closely with other staff and leaders to further the overall mission and ministry of Conduit.

Desired Competencies

• Musical and vocal proficiency with the ability to lead modern, Spirit-led worship.

• Strong organizational and administrative skills.

• Experience in video editing, social media strategy, and online content creation.

• Working knowledge of Squarespace, Proclaim, and church tech systems or the initiative to learn.

• Leadership experience in developing and discipling ministry teams.

Anticipated hours per week: 17-20

About Conduit Ministries

We believe students are not the church of tomorrow but part of the church today. Through Conduit Youth, our desire is to disciple middle and high school students into lifelong followers of Jesus who live on mission in their schools, homes, and communities. We are seeking a leader who will provide vision, direction, and relational ministry to both students and their families.

Personal Requirements

• An authentic, vital, and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

• A clear sense of pastoral calling, marked by spiritual maturity and Christlike character.

• The ability to communicate biblical truth in a way that connects with students.

• A shepherd’s heart for youth, parents, and ministry volunteers.

• Alignment with Conduit Ministries’ theological statement, mission, vision, and core principles.

Areas of Responsibility

• In conjunction with the pastoral team, articulate a compelling vision for discipling students to Jesus.

• Plan, communicate, and implement regular youth gatherings that include teaching, worship, service, and community.

• Build meaningful relationships with parents and caregivers, encouraging and equipping them in their role as disciplers.

• Pursue relational ministry with students outside of church gatherings, including those not yet connected to Jesus or the church.

• Recruit, train, and disciple youth ministry volunteers and leaders.

• Collaborate with the pastoral team to integrate Conduit Youth into the wider life and mission of the church.

• Attend weekly staff meetings and other church meetings as needed.

Desired Competencies

• Strong leadership and relational skills with students, parents, and volunteers.

• Ability to cast vision and inspire others to engage in youth ministry.

• Organizational and administrative skills to manage events, volunteers, and ministry structures effectively.

• Creativity and flexibility in shaping ministry for a new generation.

• Passion for evangelism and reaching students outside the church.

Youth Pastor (or Director) Job Description

Conduit Ministries — Jamestown, NY

About Conduit Ministries

Conduit Ministries is a Christ-centered, community-oriented church located in Jamestown, New York. We exist to help people encounter Jesus and grow in relationship with Him, living out our calling as conduits of His love to our city and beyond. Our Sunday gatherings center on authentic worship, relevant biblical teaching, and a “come as you are” culture where everyone is invited to belong.

We believe students are not the church of tomorrow but part of the church today. Through Conduit Youth, our desire is to disciple middle and high school students into lifelong followers of Jesus who live on mission in their schools, homes, and communities. We are seeking a leader who will provide vision, direction, and relational ministry to both students and their families.

Personal Requirements

• An authentic, vital, and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

• A clear sense of pastoral calling, marked by spiritual maturity and Christlike character.

• The ability to communicate biblical truth in a way that connects with students.

• A shepherd’s heart for youth, parents, and ministry volunteers.

• Alignment with Conduit Ministries’ theological statement, mission, vision, and core principles.

Areas of Responsibility

• In conjunction with the pastoral team, articulate a compelling vision for discipling students to Jesus.

• Plan, communicate, and implement regular youth gatherings that include teaching, worship, service, and community.

• Build meaningful relationships with parents and caregivers, encouraging and equipping them in their role as disciplers.

• Pursue relational ministry with students outside of church gatherings, including those not yet connected to Jesus or the church.

• Recruit, train, and disciple youth ministry volunteers and leaders.

• Collaborate with the pastoral team to integrate Conduit Youth into the wider life and mission of the church.

• Attend weekly staff meetings and other church meetings as needed.

Desired Competencies

• Strong leadership and relational skills with students, parents, and volunteers.

• Ability to cast vision and inspire others to engage in youth ministry.

• Organizational and administrative skills to manage events, volunteers, and ministry structures effectively.

• Creativity and flexibility in shaping ministry for a new generation.

• Passion for evangelism and reaching students outside the church.

Anticipated hours per week: 15-20

About Conduit Ministries

Discipling the next generation is central to our mission. From children to students, we desire to cultivate environments where young people can encounter Jesus, grow in their faith, and learn to walk as His disciples. We are seeking a Family Pastor who will provide vision, leadership, and pastoral care for our kids and youth ministries, while equipping parents and caregivers to be the primary disciplers of their children.

Personal Requirements

• An authentic, vital, and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

• A clear sense of pastoral calling, marked by spiritual maturity and Christlike character.

• The ability to articulate with passion and theological accuracy the key components of the Christian faith and message.

• Unwavering commitment to moral and spiritual integrity.

• A shepherd’s heart for children, students, parents, and ministry teams.

• Alignment with Conduit Ministries’ theological statement, mission, vision, and core principles.

Areas of Responsibility

Conduit Kids (Birth–5th Grade)

• Implement gospel-centered curriculum at each age level in a contextually appropriate manner.

• Lead and oversee a diverse group of ministry team leaders who create environments and relationships of discipleship to Jesus.

• Consult with team leaders regarding the general structure and flow of Sunday morning ministry.

• Build meaningful relationships with parents and caregivers, equipping them to participate in the discipleship of their kids.

• Recruit, train, and launch additional volunteers for the Conduit Kids ministry.

• Ensure that policies and procedures in the Conduit Kids Handbook are up to date, reflect best practices, and are followed by staff and volunteers.

Conduit Youth (6th–12th Grade)

• In conjunction with the pastoral team, articulate a compelling vision for discipling students to Jesus.

• Plan, communicate, and implement regular student gatherings that include contextual forms of ministry such as teaching, worship, service, and community.

• Build meaningful relationships with parents and caregivers, encouraging and equipping them in their role as disciplers.

• Pursue relational ministry with students outside the church, reaching those not yet connected to Jesus or His church.

Team & Church Involvement

• Recruit, disciple, and develop ministry leaders and volunteers across kids and youth ministries.

• Collaborate with the pastoral team to align family ministry with the overall vision and mission of Conduit.

• Attend weekly staff meetings and participate in additional church meetings and events as needed.

Candidate Considerations

Character

• Possesses the character, calling, and heart of a pastor.

• Demonstrates humility, integrity, and a servant-leader mindset.

Culture

• Embraces and models the culture of Conduit Ministries, including our ministry philosophy, theology, values, and missional direction.

Competency

• Has demonstrated fruitfulness in ministry in a current or previous role.

• Understands their professional strengths and weaknesses.

• Has a practical grasp of what works and does not work in ministry contexts with kids, youth, and families.

Desired Competencies

• Strong communication and relational skills with children, students, parents, and volunteers.

• Ability to recruit, train, and multiply ministry leaders.

• Administrative skills to manage schedules, volunteers, and ministry structures effectively.

• Ability to cast vision and inspire others to engage in family ministry.

• Flexibility, creativity, and resilience in navigating the challenges of next-generation ministry.

Full Time