Adult Groups and Connections Minister- WFK

Brentwood Baptist Church; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Church at West Franklin, a campus of Brentwood Baptist Church, seeks an Adult Groups & Connections Minister to lead LifeGroups, guest assimilation and campus connection. You will equip leaders, coordinate membership processes, and oversee guest services to ensure a welcoming Sunday experience.

Ideal candidates are seasoned church leaders with strategic thinking, strong communication, and a heart for discipleship.

Qualifications

• A strong Christ-follower who can identify closely with the mission, values, vision, and priorities of Brentwood Baptist Church.
• A mature Christian who is growing in his or her personal walk with the Lord through committed Bible Study, prayer, and service.
• A willingness to be a “team player,” where collaboration can exist between the Adult Groups Ministries and other ministries within the church.
• An understanding and passion for discipleship for all ages.
• The proven ability to think strategically and creatively work with ministry models and paradigms.
• The proven ability to identify, train, lead, and care for staff.
• Strong managerial and leadership skills combined with an exceptional relational ability.
• Training in Modelnetics (Main Event Management) preferred or essential in the first year.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees LifeGroups, Focus Studies and Summer Connect Groups.
• Equips LifeGroup leaders each semester and meets with LifeGroup coaches monthly.
• Oversee Assimilation process to move people from first time guest to fully engaged member.
• Oversee Guest Services Ministries for an excellent Sunday AM experience (signage, traffic, lobby, etc.).
• Recruit, enlist, and train ushers, greeters, hospitality, safety, welcome center & parking volunteers.
• Lead, develop, and empower leaders to oversee various volunteer teams.
• Oversee the Guest Services, Security, and Membership Development budgets.
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Management

Leadership

Communication

Pastoring/Shepherding

Self-Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Seminary education preferred

Job description

Adult Groups and Connections Minister- WFK# Adult Groups and Connections Minister- WFKWest Franklin - Franklin, TN 37064## OverviewPosition TypeFull Time## DescriptionThe Church at West Franklin Adult Groups & Connections Minister is responsible to the church, under the direction of the Campus and Teaching Pastor for the day-to-day management of all adult groups and ensuring congregational care needs are met and communicated to appropriate church membership. Regarding Connection, they provide leadership in the Guest Service and Assimilation function of the West Franklin Campus. This person is also the West Franklin liaison to the Connection and Groups departments of other Brentwood Baptist campuses. **PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** may include but are not limited to the following:**Adult Groups*** Oversees LifeGroups, Focus Studies and Summer Connect Groups* Equips LifeGroup leaders each semester / Meets with LifeGroup coaches monthly / Communicates with leaders weekly* Responsible for identifying and equipping new LifeGroup leaders* Handles all LifeGroup requests, communication, and promotion* Oversee and expand discipleship opportunities for adults* Oversees Adult Groups Goals Budget* Maintain dotted line relationship with Groups Team Leader**Connection*** Oversee Assimilation process to move people from first time guest to fully engaged member. This includes planning and coordinating details of Discover classes and Welcome Receptions* Work with West Franklin Discover Coordinator in overseeing all aspects of the membership process* Oversee Guest Services Ministries including coordinating details which contribute to an excellent Sunday AM experience for members and guests (signage, car & foot traffic, coffee, lobby, etc.)* Recruit, enlist, and train ushers, greeters, hospitality, medical, safety, welcome center & parking volunteer teams* Lead, develop, and empower leaders to oversee various volunteer teams* Oversee the Guest Services, Security, and Membership Development budgets* Maintain a dotted line relationship with Brentwood Baptist Connection Team**OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES** may include but are not limited to the following:* Effectively communicate and work alongside an administrative assistant* Preaches multiple times a year* Pray for all staff members on a regular basis and hold staff members accountable for personal spiritual and ministerial growth (self-development plan).* Be available to serve the church as a decision counselor, pastoral counselor, on-call minister. Perform weddings and funerals as available.* Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor.**COMPETENCIES AND TRAITS**: In addition to the specific responsibilities required for this role, Brentwood Baptist Church also seeks candidates that possess some general competencies and behavioral traits that enhance the effectiveness of our staff.**Management*** Directs both resources and people (paid or unpaid) towards the accomplishment of goals* Maximizes personal effectiveness by focusing on “must-dos” tasks and delegating other priorities to others* Anticipates/avoids problems or formulates creative solutions* Makes timely decisions that produce quality outcomes**Leadership*** Develops both vision and strategy that focuses team energy towards results* Maintains a working environment characterized by high levels of encouragement and trust* Drives team towards greater innovation and collaboration* Sets clear expectations and holds team members accountable for them**Communication*** Clearly conveys expectations and priorities to staff and/or volunteers* Uses written and verbal communication in a way that accomplishes intended results* Adheres to commitments, schedules, and deadlines* Regularly shares information with and solicits feedback from staff/volunteers**Pastoring/Shepherding*** Demonstrates Christ-likeness and a commitment to personal spiritual growth* Leads staff and/or volunteers by serving and not by asserting control* Utilizes emotional intelligence, is emotionally available to those he/she leads* Invests in the development of staff or volunteers around him/her**Self-Development*** Prioritizes and accomplishes self-development goals* Demonstrates an ongoing commitment to obtaining the necessary knowledge, attitudes, skills, and habits necessary to be successful in this role* Teachable spirit with a desire to learn and grow* The gap between the current job description and the employee’s current abilities is appropriate and allows for future growth**QUALIFICATIONS**:* A strong Christ-follower who can identify closely with the mission, values, vision, and priorities of Brentwood Baptist Church.* A mature Christian who is growing in his or her personal walk with the Lord through committed Bible Study, prayer, and service.* A willingness to be a “team player,” where collaboration can exist between the Adult Groups Ministries and other ministries within the church.* An understanding and passion for discipleship for all ages.* The proven ability to think strategically and creatively work with ministry models and paradigms.* The proven ability to identify, train, lead, and care for staff.* Strong managerial and leadership skills combined with an exceptional relational ability. Training in Modelnetics (Main Event Management) preferred or essential in the first year.* Effective written and verbal communication skills.**EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE**: * Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Seminary education preferred.* Minimum of 5 years of experience is required working in the local church or Christian ministry context.All campuses function under the governance of Brentwood Baptist Church. Each campus is an established entity operating as a whole and permanent part of the Brentwood Baptist. Each maintains pre-determined alignment characteristics that uphold the Brentwood Baptist “DNA” while also containing some contextualized characteristics to allow it to best reach its target local community. Every staff member is an employee of Brentwood Baptist.