Executive Director - Northwest Chapel

Christian Career; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Chapel is seeking an Executive Director to oversee business and financial operations in partnership with the lead pastor and elders. This role leads staff, drives strategic planning, and ensures fiscal stewardship in service of a multigenerational church in Columbus, Ohio.

The Executive Director will translate vision into ministry goals, develop budgets, supervise facilities and communications, and align departments with the church’s mission.

Qualifications

• Exhibit godliness and personal integrity and follow the qualifications of I Tim 3:8-10.
• Endorse, model, and teach the biblical principle of stewardship, i.e. giving of time, talents and resources.
• Demonstrate leadership, excellent communication skills (verbal/written), and take the initiative.
• Possess proven business acumen, financial management, and organizational skills.
• Conduct and support staff development, performance evaluations, and pastoral partnerships.
• Maintain strong organizational and planning abilities to align with mission.
• Commit to Northwest Chapel’s mission, values, and strategy.
• Follow policies established by Elders and church leadership.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, develop, and oversee staff.
• Conduct performance evaluations of direct reports.
• Meet with staff individually to discuss goals and needs.
• Help resolve interpersonal conflicts within leadership teams when necessary.
• Translate the church’s vision into actionable ministry goals and measurable objectives.
• Develop and monitor strategic plans to ensure healthy church growth.
• Oversee annual budget development and financial reporting.
• Manage facilities, IT, and external communications including social media.

Skills

Godliness & integrity

Stewardship principles

Leadership & communication

Financial management

Staff development

Organizational skills

Relational leadership

Policy adherence

Job description

Executive Director - Northwest Chapel

Job Title: Executive Director
Reports To: Lead Pastor
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Who We Are - Church Description

Northwest Chapel is a multigenerational, contemporary church with over 500 people in the fast-growing Northwest region of Columbus, Ohio. Our mission is to reach the lost, disciple believers, equip them for service, and reproduce more disciples. We value verse-by-verse teaching through the Bible, intentional outreach and discipleship, a family-friendly culture, and a high emphasis on youth, young adults, and children.

Position Summary

The Executive Director will oversee business and financial operations of the church in conjunction with the lead pastor and elders.

Position Responsibilities

Staff Leadership & Management

• Hire, train, develop, and oversee staff.
• Conduct performance evaluations of direct reports.
• Meet with staff individually as necessary to discuss goals, problems, and needs.
• Help resolve interpersonal conflicts within the staff or leadership teams if necessary.

Strategic Planning & Vision Execution

• In conjunction with the lead pastor, translate the church’s vision into actionable ministry goals and measurable objectives.
• Develop and monitor strategic plans to ensure healthy, sustainable church growth.
• Ensure all departments align with church-wide mission/vision and strategy.

Financial Stewardship

• Lead the development of and manage the annual church budget in collaboration with the finance committee.
• Oversee monthly financial reporting, payroll, and ensure sound fiscal policies are in place.
• Develop long-term plans for alternative revenue sources other than regular/monthly offerings.

Operational & Facilities Oversight

• Manage internal communication systems, IT, and oversee external communications/social media.
• Coordinate and supervise facility maintenance, security, and major building programs or capital campaigns.
• Ensure employee handbook and policies are current.
• Help with various and sundry duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Exhibit godliness and personal integrity and follow the qualifications of I Tim 3:8-10.
• Endorse, model, and teachthe biblical principle of stewardship, i.e. giving of time, talents and resources.
• Submit to and implement the policies establishedby the Elders.
• Faithful, hardworking, organized,efficient and detail oriented.
• Relational with the capacity to balance firmness with mercy.
• Possess proven business acumen, financial management, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate leadership, excellent communication skills (verbal/written), and take the initiative.
• Committo the mission, values, and strategy of Northwest Chapel.