Children's Ministry Director Purpose: To reach kids for Christ so that they love God, love others, and live on mission.Responsibilities: o Cast the vision for a vibrant Children's Ministry that will allow kids to experience God, (not just learn about Him) in a relevant and relational way. o Provide leadership and training to Kids Ministry Staff team. o Develop a dynamic children's ministry leadership team and volunteers through providing resources and training and implementing appreciation strategies.o Develop an active outreach and missions ministry to preschoolers, elementary children and their families.o Plan, organize, staff, and coordinate engaging events for children and families (VBS, Camp, Fall Festival, Midweek, Etc). o Train, staff and implement ministries to children with special needs and their families. o Provide support and development for W.R.A.P. Ministry (Orphan Care)o Be actively involved in local elementary schools o Lead weekly chapel services for our campus school, Mount Juliet Christian Academy o Develop and implement policies for the safety and security of children, including but not limited to effective use of check-in and check-out technology. o Assist Preschool Coordinator in the planning and participation in parent/child dedication services and classes o Hire, supervise, and train Children's Ministry paid staff o Facilitate the sharing of space with and help in the shepherding of MJCA Elementary children through speaking at chapels, counseling children on salvation and baptism.o Help Facilitate the staffing for babies/preschool worship care and kids ministry during agreed upon church-wide events o Use effective modes of communication including emails, Facebook, Twitter, mailings, etc. designed to keep families engaged and informed of current programs, projects, and opportunities.o All other duties assigned Qualificationso Strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ as evidenced by spiritual maturity and a close consistent walk with Him o Strong Team player and builder who can help unify and inspire leaders. o Supportive and engaging with senior pastor and all other ministerial and support staff.o Embrace a vibrant vision for Children's Ministry consistent with FBC Mt. Juliet mission statement. o Commit to and support the theological and doctrinal stance of FBC Mt. Juliet and the Southern Baptist Conventiono University graduate, preferably with a complimentary major to enhance ministry to children; Seminary education or equivalent experience and training in Christian Education or within a ministry contexto Continue to study and grow in knowledge and practical ministry strategies current with culture, trends, and societal changes o Love kids and grant grace in discipline o Excellent verbal and written communication skillso Possess and demonstrate competency in current technologieso Demonstrate strong conflict management and public relation skills o Demonstrate flexibility and calm under pressure in changing and/or emergency situations ClassificationFull-time, exempt position, Pastoral Staff, Includes Benefits AccountabilityThis position is under the overall supervision of the Senior Pastor.