Youth Assistant Director (Part-time)

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Job description:

Assistant Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministries

First-Plymouth Church – Lincoln, NE
Part-Time | 15–25 hours per week
$18–$21 per hour
Summer hours may increase up to 30 hours per week

About the Role

First-Plymouth Church is seeking a relational, energetic, and growth-minded leader to serve as Assistant Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministries.

This role is ideal for teachers, graduate students, seminary students, or young professionals seeking meaningful leadership experience, hands-on teaching opportunities, and real involvement in ministry development.

First-Plymouth is a vibrant church community rooted in progressive Christian theology, committed to helping people grow in their love of God and neighbor while creating welcoming, inclusive spaces for all. Our youth ministry reflects that spirit with a high-energy, relational environment where curiosity, service, laughter, and community are central.

This position is intentionally designed with growth potential. As programs expand, there is opportunity for increased responsibility, deeper program ownership, and expanded hours. Leadership responsibility will grow based on initiative, creativity, and performance.

We are looking for someone who wants to help build something impactful — not simply maintain it.

Key Responsibilities

● Co-lead Middle School Confirmation, with a strong emphasis on service, community-building, and active faith formation

● Assist in leading High School Youth Group and Sunday morning youth gatherings

● Support and help cultivate Young Adult ministry gatherings

● Teach lessons and facilitate engaging, discussion-based programming

● Help develop and refine curriculum, structure, and long-term program vision

● Build strong, emotionally supportive relationships with students

● Create safe, inclusive, and welcoming spaces

● Plan and participate in service projects, retreats, special events, and overnight trips (required)

● Incorporate interactive activities, games, and community-building experiences

● Assist with communication, scheduling, and program logistics

Schedule Expectations

Regular programming includes:

● Sunday mornings

● Sunday evenings

● Wednesday evenings

● Additional hours for retreats, events, and trips

Weekly hours range from 15–25 depending on programming needs, with summer hours potentially increasing up to 30 hours per week. Some scheduling flexibility is available outside of core ministry times.

Qualifications

● Demonstrated leadership ability and initiative

● Passion for mentoring and uplifting youth and young adults

● Comfort teaching and facilitating discussions

● Strong relational and communication skills

● Organized, adaptable, and collaborative

● Willingness to participate in overnights and off-site events

● Ability to participate in overnight retreats and off-site ministry events

● Successful completion of a background check is required prior to employment

Experience in education, youth work, nonprofit leadership, or ministry is strongly valued.

Additional Requirements

● Ability to participate in overnight retreats and off-site ministry events

● Successful completion of a background check is required prior to employment

Why This Role Matters
Youth ministry is life-shaping work. This role is for someone who believes in mentoring, teaching, laughing, playing games, building community, and walking alongside young people during formative years. The Assistant Director plays a vital role in creating emotionally safe spaces, cultivating belonging, and helping students grow in confidence, faith, and leadership.

If you are looking for meaningful leadership experience, an opportunity to shape programs, and the chance to make a lasting impact — we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please send a resume to Addie Vortherms, addie@firstplymouth.org

Applications may also be submitted to the church office by mail or in person:

2000 D Street, Lincoln, Nebraska, 68502.

Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until the successful candidate is hired.

Benefits: flexible schedule
Work Location: In person

Custodian (Part-time)

Pay: $19.00 per hour

First-Plymouth Congregational Church seeks a part-time custodian with skills in custodial maintenance.

The successful candidate will be a team member in a dynamic, progressive organization that creates positive, engaging community programming and worship opportunities.

The custodian will:
Keep building and property in clean and orderly condition.
Performs both general and heavy cleaning duties.
Performs outdoor tasks (mowing, trimming trees, snow removal) year-round.
Room set-up for worship services, events and programs held at the church.
Helps monitor and keep the building safe and secure.
Notifies Head Building Manager regarding the need for repairs or additions to building operating systems.

Work Hours & Benefits
Part-time position. Must be available to work nights and weekends.
Salary: Commensurate with experience; $15.00 per hour. Additional compensation available for special events.

Custodian Qualifications:

• Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures

• Ability to stand, walk, and bend for many hours

• Ability to perform repetitive motion for long periods of time

• Experience with using cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions

• Experience with outdoor machinery (mowers, snow blowers).

• Background in handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals

• Knowledge of occupational hazards safety rules

• Communication skills

• Ability to lift heavy objects, climb ladders and work at particular heights

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Basic math skills

• High school courses in shop may be preferred for jobs involving repair work

The custodian reports directly to the Building Manager and Senior Minister as a part of a collaborative, creative team, and could be called upon to work on a variety of projects and issues.

About First-Plymouth Congregational Church:

First-Plymouth is a progressive church dedicated to social justice, inclusivity and individual growth. The mission of First-Plymouth Church is to increase the love of God and neighbor.

First-Plymouth is one of the three largest Congregational churches in the nation, and has a growing congregation of approximately 3,800, with average worship attendance of 1,250, and a strong, growing media and social presence.

For information, visit: www.firstplymouth.org

How to apply:
To apply for this position, please email a resume (Please indicate Part-time Custodian) to Addie Vortherms.
Applications may also be submitted to the church office by mail or in person:
2000 D Street, Lincoln, Nebraska, 68502.
Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until the successful candidate is hired.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than "at will" employment relationship.