Area Director I Or II

In an area surrounded by breath-taking mountain peaks, where God’s creation seems to scream His presence, there are kids desperately searching for REAL LIFE. Consider what it would look like to model life to the full alongside them. Imagine skiing, hiking, biking, and fishing as a part of your JOB: inviting kids into an adventure on the mountain, earning the right to be heard, and the opportunity to share about Jesus!

The Crested Butte – Gunnison Valley of Colorado is home to the world-famous resort destination, Mt. Crested Butte. Here you’ll find legendary skiing, mountain biking, and fishing, as well as a laid back, welcoming community of people. It is a fantastic place to raise a family or to enjoy “empty-nester” years.

We are looking for a full-time area director with a proven history of strong, Christ-centered, relational leadership. We live at a slower pace in the mountains and believe that you can invest in kids and leaders the very best if you’re also investing in a HEALTHY rhythm of life for yourself and your family. Did you already check how much it costs to rent or own in the Crested Butte - Gunnison Valley? Well, we live here so before you disqualify yourself, let’s talk. We believe in God’s calling and if God is calling you here, we believe He will provide a way to make it happen, as He always does!

• Lead the area out of an overflow of your own relationship with Jesus.
• Supervise and develop area staff and volunteer team leaders.
• Build into Christ-centered, fun community among volunteer leaders.
• Model excellent contact work, discipleship, and club ministry alongside one of our ministry teams so that leaders can follow your example.
• Work in partnership with our other staff member to recruit and train volunteer leaders.
• Engage with local churches.
• Continue to develop and execute area vision, alongside the committee.
• Work in partnership with the committee on the financial development for the area, in addition to personal fundraising.
• Participation and leadership in regional staff events, training, and fall/summer camping assignments. (Bonus – you will be working with a tight knit, fun-loving, supportive region.)
• Partnership with the committee chair to help align all areas of ministry toward our single mission of introducing adolescents to Jesus Christ and helping them grow in their faith.

• A deep, abiding faith in Jesus and love for people.
• Proven relational skills with both kids and adults.
• Proven history of strong leadership and team building.
• Previous Young Life experience.
• Willing to work hard, but in an environment that invites you to play hard and enjoy life as well.

• Salary in line with education, experience and responsibilities.
• Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) in addition to salary.
• Medical, dental and vision.
• Flexible paid time off.
• 401(k) matching plan.
• And more!

Young Life has been serving the Crested Butte – Gunnison Valley since 2011. We currently have WyldLife in one middle school, Young Life in two high schools, and Young Life College at Western University in Gunnison. For more information please email Courtney Kirby at rmrsouthyl@gmail.com.

Estimated hiring range based on education, experience, etc.: $3,334 - $4,799.

Submit an online application, including resume and cover letter