Director of Next Steps and Assimilation

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First Baptist Atlanta

Director of Next Steps and Assimilation

Atlanta, GA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Dental insurance

    Free food & snacks

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Vision insurance

    Wellness resources

    Competitive salary

    Flexible schedule

    Free uniforms

    Opportunity for advancement

    Stock options plan

    Tuition assistance

    POSITION SUMMARY

    The Director of Next Steps and Assimilation leads people from their first visit at First Baptist Atlanta (FBA) into a fully engaged life of discipleship. This role unites Guest Experience and Next Steps to ensure every person is welcomed with biblical hospitality, cared for personally, and guided toward salvation, baptism, membership, and service. The Director equips volunteers, ministers to individuals, and partners with staff to build a culture of connection and discipleship.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    1. Growing and mature personal relationship with Jesus Christ; models Christ-like character in all interactions.

    2. Alignment with the beliefs, values, and mission of FBA.

    3. Heart for ministry with strong relational, leadership, and organizational skills.

    4. Experience in recruiting, training, and equipping volunteers.

    5. Strong communication skills with ability to teach and present effectively.

    6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ministry data systems experience preferred.

    7. Ability to manage details while leading with vision in a fast-paced environment.

    8. Availability during ministry hours, including Sundays and special events.

    9. Passion for hospitality and discipleship as expressions of the Great Commission.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    Hospitality & Care

    1. Lead a culture of biblical hospitality by modeling the Red-Carpet Standard (H.E.A.R.T.).

    2. Recruit, equip, and care for First Impressions volunteers.

    3. Train and encourage volunteers, helping them grow spiritually as they serve.

    4. Evaluate and improve the guest experience across services and events.

    Assimilation & Discipleship

    1. Guide people through FBA’s discipleship pathway: Experience, Grow, Share.

    2. Oversee baptism ministry, ensuring preparation, communication, and hospitality.

    3. Lead First Class for new members and guests.

    4. Equip decision counselors for salvation, baptism, and membership.

    5. Provide oversight for the Decision Room and online viewer responses.

    6. Support development of new believer resources and classes.

    7. Track each person’s discipleship journey through ministry data systems.

    Leadership & Collaboration

    1. Equip and mobilize volunteers to serve out of their spiritual gifts and grow in their walk with Christ.

    2. Collaborate with ministry leaders to integrate assimilation and discipleship touchpoints.

    3. Oversee the Overlook Ministry, ensuring every guest is greeted and cared for.

    4. Monitor and celebrate professions of faith, baptisms, and membership engagement.

    5. Partner with other churches to learn and apply best practices.

    6. Manage the ministry budget and steward resources wisely.

    KEY MEASURES OF SUCCESS

    1. Professions of faith, baptisms, and membership engagement.

    2. Volunteer development, satisfaction, and spiritual growth.

    3. Positive guest feedback and results from mystery guest evaluations.

    4. Accuracy of ministry data and follow-up completion.

    5. Effective collaboration across ministries.