Executive Pastor of Admin and Strategic Leadership

Executive Pastor of Admin and Strategic Leadership(Finance, Personnel & Facilities)Reports To: Executive Pastor / Senior PastorFLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Summary

The Executive Pastor of Admin and Strategic Leadership serves a vital ministry role by stewarding the church’s resources, supporting its staff, and caring for its physical spaces. This individual is responsible for the strategic coordination of the ministry team in pursuit of the church’s vision.  Along with the Lead Pastor and Executive Pastor of Ministries he will lead in setting strategic goals and targets as a key leader among staff and elected church leaders.  He will help create an environment where ministry can flourish by ensuring financial integrity, fostering a healthy staff culture, and maintaining welcoming and functional facilities. This role partners closely with church leadership to advance the mission and vision of the church through faithful, wise, and Spirit-led administration.

1. Financial Stewardship

Faithfully oversee all financial operations of the church with integrity, transparency, and accountabilityOversee accounts payable (AP) process. Oversee the accurate recording and posting of tithes and contributions as an act of stewardship and trustMonitor ministry budgets and expense lines, helping leaders steward their resources wellDevelop and maintain financial policies and procedures that reflect biblical stewardship principlesReview monthly financial reports, including profit and loss statements, to inform leadership decisionsLead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with ministry leaders, aligning resources with visionProvide financial forecasting and insight to support long-term ministry sustainability and growthEnsure compliance with all financial regulations and best practicesOffer wisdom and guidance to leadership in all financial matters

2. Personnel Care & Leadership (Human Resources)

Shepherd and support the church staff by cultivating a healthy, Christ-centered workplace cultureCoordinate and lead staff meetings and other activities to set and achieve the church’s goals and objectives; provide leadership in vision casting and goal setting.Plan and preach sermons and sermon series in partnership with the Lead/Ex Pastors, as needed.Lead recruitment and hiring processes, prayerfully seeking individuals called to serve in ministry rolesOversee onboarding to warmly welcome and equip new staff members for successSupport ongoing staff development, training, and spiritual growth opportunitiesMaintain and update employee handbooks, policies, and procedures with clarity and careProvide guidance in employee relations, offering coaching, encouragement, and accountability when neededOversee disciplinary processes and terminations with grace, wisdom, and confidentialityRegularly review and refine job descriptions to ensure clarity of roles and alignment with ministry needsProject Future staff needs, making recommendations regarding staff additions or changes in ministry responsibilitiesWith executive team, set agenda for staff retreatsEnsure compliance with employment laws while reflecting the church’s values and missionFoster unity, encouragement, and collaboration among staff

3. Facilities & Campus Stewardship

Oversee all church facilities to ensure they are safe, welcoming, and conducive to ministryLead and support the Facilities Director and campus operations teams with encouragement and clarityOversee building projects, renovations, and improvements that enhance ministry effectivenessHelp develop and manage facilities budgets in alignment with overall financial plansEnsure compliance with safety standards and building regulationsOversee Facility’s Director to ensure care of all properties, recognizing them as tools for ministryContinually evaluate and improve campus operations to better serve the congregation and community

Qualifications

A strong and growing personal faith in Jesus Christ, with a heart for serving the local churchPossess the biblical qualifications outlined in 1 Timothy 3Possess a BS or BA degree, Master’s degree (MDiv) or equivalent seminary degree experience)5+ years of leadership experience in operations, finance, HR, or related areas5+ years leadership in a church setting- able to understand motivate and support ministry leadersStrong understanding of financial management, budgeting, and forecastingKnowledge of human resource practices and employment lawExperience in facilities or operations oversight preferredDemonstrated leadership, organizational, and communication skillsHigh level of integrity, humility, and servant leadershipBe an active member of Grace Community Church and adhere to Grace’s Statement of Faith

Key Competencies

Heart for ministry and stewardshipWisdom and discernment in decision-makingStrong leadership and team developmentAttention to detail and financial integrityAbility to manage multiple responsibilities with grace and excellenceRelational and collaborative spirit