Executive Pastor Full Time

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Pastor in accomplishing the church’s mission
• Lead the ministry staff in establishing an ongoing direction of ministries
• Ensure the church’s operational readiness by leading and overseeing the support staff through church administration, human resources, supply, and facilities oversight duties.
• Facilitate the annual strategic planning process
• Establish and maintain a set of objectives and key results (OKRs) that provide the Lead Pastor and church staff with ongoing visibility of the effectiveness of all functional areas of the church.
• Assist the Financial Administrator and Lead Pastor in developing annual financial plans
• Assist the Lead Pastor in the church’s multi site strategy
• Champion the development of infrastructure by all ministries and support areas that support the healthy, long-term growth of the church.
• Lead the church’s building programs, including capital fundraising campaigns, master planning, design and architecture, contractor selection, and construction.

*Miscellaneous Responsibilities—This job description does not include every duty and responsibility required of an employee in this position. 

General Expectations

• Always exhibit professionalism, demonstrated by a well-groomed appearance, conscientious work ethic, teachability, and accountability.
• Should be willing and able to adapt quickly to changing circumstances, with composure and flexibility.
• You should be conscious of the need for confidentiality.
• You should always exercise discernment and wise judgment.
• You should be a person who gives extreme attention to details with an eye for excellence.
• Should have a willingness to seek new information, training, and resources as needed.
• Should be a self-starter and good at multi-tasking and prioritizing projects.

What You Bring

• Undergrad in Biblical Studies or Master’s Degree (MDiv preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in churches of 700+
• Excellent organizational, analytical, financial, and communication skills
• Proven track record of meeting and/or exceeding ministry goals
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, develop and implement program policies and procedures, and manage changing and competing priorities
• Strategic Thinker – ability to see the big picture and position all the moving parts to help the church achieve its overall vision
• Self-starter and comfortable with delegation