Connections Director

ROLE The Connections Director is a pastoral, people-first leader, responsible for guiding every person who walks through Mission Church's doors - from a guest's first visit in the parking lot to becoming a fully engaged Partner. This role leads the strategy, systems, and people that make connection to Mission Church clear, compelling, and transformational. WHAT YOU'LL DO Connections Strategy & Leadership Own the end-to-end Connections process from parking lot to Partner Lead strategy to increase engagement through tours, teams, and first-step opportunities Ensure the Connections process is clear, visible, and effective for every age and stage - from Students to Legacy Strategically guide new guests and disengaged attenders to Gather Differently Maintain a pastoral heart for people throughout every stage of the process Engage crucial conversations and pastoral meetings with people plugging into Mission Church Own all operations within the Connections Team, coordinating closely with the Operations Team Volunteer Team Building Vision Casting - compels volunteers toward belief and participation in Gather, Grow, Go Actively recruit volunteers for the weekend church experience Execute midweek and weekend onboarding opportunities for Connections Team volunteers Conduct weekly one-on-one discipleship meetings with volunteers Lead and pastor through truth, love, and crucial conversations Build and improve the Connections Team leadership structure Schedule Connections teams for weekends and Growth Track seasons Connect Connections volunteers to their next step on the Growth Track Baptism & Growth Track Execute a clear and effective baptism process from registration to execution to a clear next step Oversight of next-step connections for those who have been baptized Oversight of one Baptism Weekend per year Have a presence in the Partner Course to help move guests to Teams Communication & Vision Lead Connections volunteer huddles with clarity and vision Articulate Mission's Mission, Vision, and Values with compelling confidence Prepare and cast vision for Team Nights and Team events Events & Gatherings Lead Connections Team events Provide people and logistical oversight for large Baptism Weekends (1x per year) Leverage the Connections team to support Partner Gatherings and Growth Track kickoffs Growth & Expansion Design a plan for the spatial presence of the Connections Team throughout the facility Create connection opportunities for new guests to engage tours and get plugged into Kids, Student, and volunteer ministries Lead New Guest Gatherings - adding personal touch while tracking engagement Connections Coordinator Lead, manage and develop one Connections Coordinator staff member who will assist in the job responsibilities of the Connections Director - including Baptism, scheduling, New Guest Gatherings, and Communication Attend & Be Prepared for Regular Meetings WIG (Widely Important Goal) - as needed Weekend Rundown - Thursdays Hour of Power (HOP) - monthly on Wednesdays 1-on-1 with Managing Director - bi-monthly All-Staff Meetings - 3x per year WHO YOU ARE Pursuing a growing relationship with Jesus and demonstrates emotional and relational health Maintains consistent spiritual practices: Bible, prayer, worship You are a leader of leaders— Deeply committed to developing others and being personally developed You are highly trustworthy and exercise strong discretion Take full ownership with strong follow-through and accountability Is proactive, anticipating needs and solving problems early Is intuitive and able to identify misalignment, or burnout and responds quickly Balances care for people with accountability and results Communicates clearly, confidently, and consistently Is teachable, and is Intrinsically motivated to keep learning and improving Brings a positive, relational, and servant-hearted presence to Mission MISSION LIFE Lives within or is committed to relocating to "The 10" - the ministry radius of Mission Church Believes in, fights for, and actively engages our values of Gather, Grow & Go A Partner and Planter of Mission Church - or ready to become one Participates in the Growth Track at least one term per year EXPERIENCE Previous pastoral ministry experience (3+ years full-time preferred) Proven ability to lead, recruit, and develop volunteer teams of 50 or more Track record of creating a culture of growth and team development Experience providing oversight to 100+ volunteers 3 or more direct reports managed Demonstrated success writing and accomplishing organizational goals Built systems for staff and volunteer engagement EDUCATION Undergraduate degree preferred with3+ years of full-time ministry experience Leadership experience with volunteer teams of 50 or more BENEFITS Health insurance (medical, dental) Gym stipend, cell and computer paid and provided 403(b) Retirement contribution with 3% gift from Mission Paid time off Ministry-related perks REPORTS TO Weekend Ministry Director #J-18808-Ljbffr