Director of Next Steps and Assimilation

Job Description

Job Description

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

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

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

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

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

Assimilation & Discipleship

14. Guide people through FBAs discipleship pathway : Experience, Grow, Share.

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

16. Lead First Class for new members and guests.

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

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

19. Support development of new believer resources and classes.

20. Track each persons discipleship journey through ministry data systems.

Leadership & Collaboration

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

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

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

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

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

26. Manage the ministry budget and steward resources wisely.

KEY MEASURES OF SUCCESS

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

28. Volunteer development, satisfaction, and spiritual growth.

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

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

31. Effective collaboration across ministries.