Director of Young Ministers Network in Dallas, Texas at Texas Baptist

Texas Baptists is a convention of more than 5,300 Baptist churches. Active membership at a church supportive of Texas Baptists is a condition of employment. Texas Baptists makes all employment decisions based on its religious mission, purpose, and beliefs while otherwise complying with all federal, state, and local employment laws. The BGCT is dedicated to fair hiring practices and only relies on lawful exemptions to employment laws to the extent necessary to protect its religious mission, purpose, and beliefs.

BASIC FUNCTION

The Director of Young Ministers Network serves as the primary liaison to BGCT ministers under 40, fostering a supportive community among young leaders and the broader BGCT. This role provides guidance to encourage ministers in their calling and actively engages them in mission opportunities across all BGCT teams (including Church Strong, Mission Strong, Minister Strong, BSM, and Affinity Groups). Furthermore, the Director will partner with universities, BSMs, and local churches to steward a continuous leadership pipeline that nurtures young ministers from their initial calling through lifelong service in the Texas Baptists family. Note: This position is based at the Texas Baptists main offices in Dallas.

RESPONSIBILITIES/TASKS

Leadership Pipeline Development: Collaborate with Minister Strong, BGCT-related universities, BSMs, and local pastors to architect and steward a comprehensive leadership pipeline that nurtures young ministers from their initial calling in student ministries, through their collegiate and seminary education, and into lifelong local church placement—providing continuous developmental care through every vocational transition to retain these leaders within the Texas Baptists family, ensure they finish well, and empower our churches to flourish for the Kingdom.

Ministerial Health & Resilience: Develop and implement a statewide strategy for ministerial health networks and cohorts. Identify and share key principles of resilience, mental health, and leadership through targeted conferences, retreats, and training.

Events & Community Building: Plan and facilitate regular virtual and in-person gatherings, conferences, workshops, and webinars to foster networking, community, and practical value for young ministers and their contexts.

Mentorship Facilitation: Connect young leaders with BGCT staff and seasoned ministers to foster mutual edification, cultivating mentorship opportunities ranging from casual relationships to formal residential internships.

Digital Communication & Resources: Execute targeted communication strategies across various organizational and personal social media platforms, email, and websites to boost network participation and highlight Texas Baptists' missions. Develop a digital library platform for ministers to share relevant resources and ideas.

Cross-Team Collaboration: Partner with other BGCT teams to advocate for young ministers by effectively communicating demographic trends, ministry needs, and service gaps.

Denominational Engagement: Promote active participation in BGCT meetings, the Cooperative Program, and Texas Baptists offerings, emphasizing the impact of cooperative ministry in reaching Texas and the world.

Administrative & Compliance Duties: Manage internal and external correspondence, phone communications, and information requests promptly and professionally. Maintain strict compliance with all BGCT policies, as well as state and federal laws, and perform other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

NOTE: These requirements represent minimum levels in order to perform the job on a satisfactory basis. Candidates must have the ability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the job.

1. In-depth understanding of a comprehensive field of knowledge, generally acquired through earned bachelor’s degree in a related field. Master’s degree preferred. Four years of proven related experience required.

2. Active membership in a church supportive of the BGCT during employment.

3. Commitment to Christian principles and teachings both professionally and personally.

4. In-depth knowledge of Baptist congregational missions and ministry work.

5. Ability to use assessment tools to determine congregational needs and to evaluate effectiveness of resources and services.

6. Knowledge of strategic planning for congregational ministry including development of mission, vision, goals, targeted outcomes, and action plans; problem-solving; resource allocation; and evaluation of programs and ministries.

7. Excellent professional mediation and conflict resolution skills.

8. Ability to relate positively, influentially, and sensitively to a broad spectrum of persons in a variety of multi-tiered relationships and settings to include but not limited to clergy, laity, institutional staff/faculty, various Baptist organizations, churches of all sizes, cultural identities and worship styles, board and council members, Baptists of Texas and beyond.

9. Ability to relate positively and sensitively to a broad spectrum of persons from a variety of cultural backgrounds and identities and to promote a multicultural organization.

10. Commitment to providing quality internal and external “customer” service including needs assessment, meeting standards, and evaluation of satisfaction.

11. Ability to plan, administer, and report budgets proficiently.

12. Ability to provide strategic and logistical planning and facilitate meetings, conferences, workshops, and retreats as required.

13. Knowledge of and commitment to traditional Baptist distinctives.

14. Understanding of Scripture and theology and commitment to lifelong study and personal growth.

15. Proficiency in interpersonal and conversational skills for sharing the message of Jesus Christ at any time in an appropriate manner fitting of the person, situation and time.

16. Ability to speak, read, and write English.

17. Excellent, professional written and oral communication skills.

18. Ability to make effective, timely and appropriate decisions.

19. Excellent listening skills, interpersonal skills, and relationship building skills.

20. Excellent demonstrated leadership skills necessary to appropriately influence people to achieve a desired outcome.

21. Ability to travel to various geographic locations and some overnight stays.

22. Professionalism in the workplace to include professional and accurate communication with others.

23. Ability to speak clearly and make oneself understood in face-to-face interactions and to articulate with accuracy on the telephone.

24. Ability to hear and receive verbal instructions, answer phones, and proficiently communicate in situations with some background noise.

25. Ability to effectively work under pressure and remain flexible as priorities change.

26. Ability to understand and relate to specific ideas one at a time and to the concepts behind specific ideas; ability to remember verbal and written tasks/assignments from a few hours to several day periods.

27. Ability to concentrate on fine detail with some interruption; ability to focus attention on tasks for 45-60 minutes at a time on a continuous basis.

28. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, vendors, churches, committees, organizations, etc.

29. Excellent organizational skills; ability to multi-task.

30. Proficient working knowledge of various software to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Mail and web-based resources; and Salesforce.

Ability to use up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 pounds continuously to move objects.