Executive Pastor

Executive Pastor

First Reformed Church (FRC)
Approximately 750 Members | 550 Regular Attendees

The Opportunity

First Reformed Church is seeking an Executive Pastor to provide strategic leadership, organizational coordination, and day-to-day operational support as our church continues to grow.

The Executive Pastor will work closely with the Senior Pastor, Church and Ministry Committee, and Consistory to help translate the church's mission and vision into effective ministry and organizational practices. This role is designed to provide leadership and coordination across the church's ministries, staff, administration, finances, facilities, security, and technology.

The Executive Pastor will also serve as a key advisor and leadership partner to the Senior Pastor, helping create the organizational structure and accountability necessary for the church to carry out its ministry effectively.

This is primarily an on-site, on-campus position, with a significant emphasis on staff and congregational presence and engagement.

Position Summary

The Executive Pastor serves as the chief ministry operations leader of the church, providing strategic leadership, organizational oversight, and staff development to ensure that the church's mission and vision are effectively implemented. Working closely with the Senior Pastor, the Church and Ministry Committee, and Consistory, the Executive Pastor oversees church ministries, staff, finances, facilities, and administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership

• Translate the church's mission, vision, and values into actionable ministry plans.

• Work with the Senior Pastor, Church and Ministry Committee, and Consistory to establish annual goals and ministry priorities.

• Coordinate long-range planning and organizational effectiveness.

• Ensure ministries are aligned with the church's philosophy of ministry and overall direction.

2. Staff Leadership and Development

• Provide day-to-day organizational leadership and support to ministry and administrative staff, fostering healthy communication, accountability, and collaboration across the church.

• Lead regular staff meetings and foster unity among departments.

• Assist in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, evaluating, and developing staff members.

• Promote healthy communication, accountability, and collaboration among ministries.

• Address personnel issues and implement policies and procedures defined by the Church and Ministry Committee and Consistory.

3. Ministry Oversight

• Provide oversight and support to ministry leaders and ministry teams.

• Ensure ministry programs are adequately staffed, equipped, and aligned with church goals.

• Evaluate ministry effectiveness and recommend improvements.

• Coordinate the annual ministry calendar and church-wide events.

• Coordinate the overall Sunday morning operational flow, working with worship, children's and student ministries, volunteers, facilities, security, and staff to ensure a well-organized and welcoming experience.

4. Financial Stewardship

• Coordinate with the Church and Ministry and Stewardship Committees and Consistory in preparation and administration of the church budget.

• Work closely with the Stewardship and Church and Ministry Committees to ensure responsible stewardship.

• Monitor financial performance and recommend adjustments when necessary.

• Ensure sound internal controls and financial accountability.

• Assist the Treasurer with evaluation and renewal of property and liability insurance, and employee health insurance.

5. Operations and Administration

• Coordinate the church's administrative, facilities, security, and technology functions to ensure they effectively support the church's ministries, staff, and mission.

• Collaborate with all committees on development and maintenance of policies, procedures, and organizational systems.

• Ensure compliance with legal, insurance, and risk-management requirements.

• Ensure compliance with the church Constitution and Bylaws.

6. Church Leadership Support

• Serve as a key advisor to the Senior Pastor.

• Assist in implementing decisions made by church leadership.

• Prepare a monthly staff report and attend monthly Consistory meetings.

• Support leadership development and succession planning.

7. Congregational Care and Ministry Presence

• Maintain visibility and accessibility within the church family.

• Serve in worship services and church-wide events as needed, including providing pastoral leadership when appropriate.

• Assist with pastoral care responsibilities as needed.

• Foster a culture of discipleship, unity, and servant leadership.

Qualifications

Spiritual Qualifications

• Meets biblical qualifications for church leadership found in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9.

• Demonstrates a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a commitment to the authority of Scripture.

• Affirms and abides by the church's faith and covenant.

• Models a Christ-like character and servant leadership.

Education, Experience, and Credentials

• Bachelor's degree required; seminary or graduate degree preferred.

• Licensed or ordained, or actively pursuing licensure or ordination, through a recognized evangelical denomination or credentialing organization.

• Five or more years of ministry leadership experience, preferably in a multi-staff church.

• Demonstrated experience leading teams, managing budgets, and overseeing organizational operations.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.

Personal Characteristics

• Mature and emotionally healthy.

• Proven leader with strong organizational abilities.

• Collaborative and team oriented.

• Maintains the highest standards of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.

• Skilled in conflict resolution and personnel management.

• Able to lead through influence while maintaining humility and approachability.

• Flexible, self-motivated, and committed to excellence.

Areas of Coordination and Leadership Support

The Executive Pastor will provide organizational leadership, coordination, and support across these areas while working within the church's established governance structure and respecting the responsibilities of individual ministry leaders.

• Worship Ministry

• Student and Children's Ministry

• Adult Discipleship Ministry

• Missions and Outreach

• Communications

• Finance and Accounting

• Office Administration

• Facilities and Maintenance

• Information Technology

Other Requirements

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs. and assist with setup and teardown as needed.

• Background check required.

• The Senior Pastor and Consistory may adjust duties as needed.

Success Indicators

The Executive Pastor will be successful when:

• Ministries are aligned and working together effectively.

• Staff members are growing and thriving in their roles.

• Organizational systems support ministry rather than hinder it.

• Budgets are managed responsibly.

• The Senior Pastor is freed to focus on preaching, teaching, congregational care, and vision.

• Church leadership has confidence that ministry operations are being executed with excellence and integrity.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's education, ministry experience, credentials, qualifications, and demonstrated leadership experience.

First Reformed Church provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and other benefits available to eligible employees.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter describing their ministry experience, leadership philosophy, and interest in serving as Executive Pastor at First Reformed Church.

Additional information regarding the application process will be provided by the church.