Send Network South Carolina State Director

North American Mission Board • Alpharetta, GA

5d • Remote

About The Position

Send Network State Directors serve as the leaders of the Send Network State partnerships, leading out in fulfilling the Send Network mission of planting churches everywhere for everyone. The person filling this role must meet the biblical qualifications to serve in the Senior Pastor role as reflected in 1 Timothy 3:1-15 and Article 6 of the Baptist Faith & Message 2000.

Requirements

• Meet the biblical qualifications to serve in the Senior Pastor role as reflected in 1 Timothy 3:1-15 and Article 6 of the Baptist Faith & Message 2000.
• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) or equivalent; or four or more years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Understanding of the Southern Baptist Convention, Baptist doctrine, history and polity, and the interrelationships of SBC agencies, state conventions, associations, and churches.
• Evidence of a mature and growing Christian Walk characterized, by Paul, in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1.
• Personal wisdom and sufficiency are grounded in Christ and the word of God, with a life submitted to God’s authority in all things.
• Models a daily soul-winning lifestyle.
• Can effectively lead others in prayer.
• Gives regularly and generously to the work of the church.
• Readily applies scripture to personal and professional situations.
• Can articulate Baptist theological understandings on a range of issues.
• Conducts ministry in keeping with the principles and spirit of the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.
• Enjoys health, affirming relationships with spouse (if married), family, neighbors and friends.
• Exhibits integrity in professional and personal life.
• Modest in dress and deportment and makes a favorable first impression in both bearing and manner.
• Aware of personal strengths and shortcomings, potential, psychological needs, biases and prejudices, and actively solicits and benefits from constructive criticism.
• Personal finances are in order, with no oppressive burden of consumer debt.
• Is a member of a local Southern Baptist church and takes an active role as time permits.
• Demonstrates a high level of energy, with a bright, positive affect, warmth and genuine interest in people.

Nice To Haves

• Seminary Degree

Responsibilities

• Lead Send Network church planting efforts in South Carolina.
• Work with pastors and convention leaders to create a positive church planting culture throughout the convention.
• Build coalitions of pastors and Associational leaders in key areas to lead out in church planting efforts in their region.
• Work with Church Planting Catalysts to create, implement, and execute the Send Network strategy.
• Lead the CPC to cultivate relationships, coach towards multiplication, and catalyze movement as described in the CPC job description.
• Encourage and equip pastors to lead their churches to become multiplying churches utilizing Send Network Pipeline.
• Lead Send Network in educating and equipping local churches and associations in the implementation and execution of residencies and apprenticeships.
• Understand, implement, and effectively operate Send Network church planting pathway systems (assessment, training, coaching, orientation, and care) sufficient for the needs of church planters in the convention.
• Ensure development of each missionary on their team to see them reach their full potential as a missionary and to attain their goals.
• Provide evaluation and oversight with Catalysts in achieving the goals agreed upon with the Send South Director and Convention partners.
• Direct any events/promotions utilizing the Send Network branding and marketing guidelines.
• Communicate and filter information effectively and appropriately upstream and downstream in all areas of church planting.
• Administer Send Network Church Planting Budget.
• Interview, hire, and train employees.
• Assign and direct work for self and team as you are self-directed and motivated to start and complete assignments promptly.
• Appraise performance and manage rewards/discipline.
• Address complaints and resolve problems while maintaining confidentiality with sensitive data.
• Develop and implement strategy and tactics to meet expected results.
• Work as a team player, neither dominating nor hesitation.
• Relate well to people of all levels, ages, races, denominational affiliations, and genders.
• Plan and run effective meetings, fostering team unity and common goals.
• Practice servant leadership, giving praise, encouragement, and recognition when merited.
• Manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities and complex matrix organization demands.
• Adhere to budget limits and maintain high ethical standards of fiscal control.

What This Job Offers

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