Minister/Director of Youth and Young Adults - First Baptist Church Dalton, GA

Ministry Architects • Dalton, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

First Baptist Church of Dalton (FBCD) is seeking a Minister/Director of Youth and Young Adults to lead their ministry. This role involves planning and implementing weekly programming, Bible studies, and worship experiences for youth (grades 6-12) and young adults. A key aspect of the position is to re-establish relationships with nearby Dalton State college students and young adults. The candidate will recruit, train, and shepherd adult volunteers, develop relationships with parents, and manage the annual budget for both youth and young adult ministries. The church is a Cooperative Baptist Fellowship congregation with a traditional worship attendance of 250 and a youth program that serves 44 students with an average weekly participation of 30. The ministry has a dedicated facility and offers annual events like summer camps, retreats, and mission trips.

Requirements

• A visible, growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a clear, verifiable calling to student and young adult ministry.
• Proven ability to connect with, recruit, and lead teenagers, young adults, parents, and adult volunteers.
• Strong organizational abilities, financial/budgetary oversight competence, and proactive communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a "big-tent," CBF-affiliated Baptist church profile, maintaining an apolitical public presence on divisive political or social matters.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Theology, Youth Ministry, Christian Education) or equivalent ministry leadership experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement weekly programming, Bible studies, and worship experiences designed to attract youth to Christ and promote lifelong spiritual growth.
• Recruit, vet, train, and spiritually shepherd the adult volunteer team and small group leaders needed to sustain relational youth ministry.
• Design and execute a ministry strategy specifically tailored to connect with, disciple, and shepherd area college students and young adults navigating early career or life transitions.
• Develop healthy relationships with parents and guardians, providing regular, clear communication, and equipping them with resources to assist in their growth as Christian parents.
• Develop and manage the annual budget for both youth and young adult ministries, ensuring strategic allocation of resources, fiscal integrity, and accurate tracking for all events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level