JOB TITLE: Connections Director

REPORTS TO: Executive Minister or Senior Minister

POSITION STATUS: Full time (exempt)

PURPOSE: 

In this brand new position, the Connections Director is responsible for designing, coordinating and overseeing a comprehensive ministry program that is focused on encouraging new people to connect with the FCC church body. This person is responsible for connecting people from their first step onto our digital or physical campus until our guests are “connected” in some significant way. Areas of focus include “first impression” ministries, “initial connection” ministries, and service engagement. The Connections Director is to serve as an engaging spiritual leader and role model with strong biblical values and principles that guide their life.

RESPONSIBILITIES

General

• Support the vision of FCC by providing connection opportunities for adults to “Love God, Love People and Serve Others.”
• Provide and maintain a high level of relevance and excellence in all aspects of the various Connections Ministries including the following:
  • First Impressions Ministries – Parking Team, Greeter Team, Guest Central Team, Coffee Team, Worship Center Prep Team, Ushers
  • Initial Connections Ministries – First Step Team, Decision Guide Team, Newcomer Event Teams, Discover FCC Class Team
  • Service Engagement – Discover My Ministry Class, Service Engagement Processes and Initiatives/Events
• Provide leadership and oversight to all aspects of the Connections Ministry.

Volunteers

• Recruit, train, develop and oversee a team of volunteers to work in all aspects of the Connections Ministry.
• Lead, inspire and manage your team of volunteers while developing their heart for ministry.
• Provide spiritual leadership and genuine care for the wellbeing of your team of volunteers.

Church Staff/Leadership Team

• Serve as the Connections Ministry advocate. On a regular basis, educate and enlighten the congregation about the connection opportunities in our church.
• Collaborate with church leaders in planning, developing and implementing all aspects of a welcoming and engaging Connections Ministry.
• Utilize resources and make recommendations for developing the Connections Ministry.
• Collaborate with church staff members in a cohesive and open team environment.
• Perform other ministry tasks as assigned by the Executive Minister or Senior Minister.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required in the performance of the job.
• Attend staff meetings, along with any other meetings designated by your direct supervisor or needed to fulfill your job duties.

Personal

• Pursue a vibrant relationship with Jesus, providing an example of what it looks like to serve the Lord with your life.
• Pursue and participate in continuing education events and training opportunities.

Administrative

• Compile, propose and manage the Connections Ministry budget and strive to operate within its parameters.
• Maintain accurate records of participation.
• Communicate with church leadership, staff, volunteers and congregation in a timely manner utilizing all available communication resources.

Other Expectations

• We’d like our full time, salaried employees to work between 40-45 hours a week to set an example of service to our volunteers most of whom work 40 hours a week on top of their volunteer service.
• For employees who are just beginning their ministry at FCC, we ask for a five year commitment to serving at First Christian in the ministry area for which you are being hired.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Chris Harp / Phone: (270) 765-4994