Executive Pastor

Next Church RVA; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Church RVA in North Chesterfield, VA seeks an Executive Pastor to oversee daily operations, lead staff, and coordinate ministries in a Christ-centered community.

The role includes collaborating with the Lead Pastor to design discipleship pathways, providing pastoral care, teaching Bible studies, managing budgets and calendars, and fostering a healthy culture within the church.

Qualifications

• Formal theological education or equivalent ministry training is required.
• Demonstrated ability in Bible Study and Discipleship, including leading groups and equipping others to grow in faith.
• Attend all church meetings (every Tuesday at 6:30pm) and other meetings as required in person.
• Experience in Pastoring and Pastoral leadership, with a focus on team collaboration and ministry oversight.
• Strong skills in Pastoral Care, providing confidential support to individuals and families.
• Proven experience in church or nonprofit administration, including planning, budgeting, and staff or volunteer management.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.
• Alignment with the doctrinal beliefs, mission, and values of Next Church RVA and a personal commitment to a mature Christian faith and ethical conduct.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the church, including staff leadership, ministry coordination, and organizational planning to support the mission and vision.
• Collaborate with the Lead Pastor and ministry leaders to develop and implement discipleship pathways, care systems and volunteer structures, while ensuring clear communication and alignment across all ministries.
• Teach or lead Bible studies as needed, provide pastoral care, guide leaders and teams, manage budgets and calendars and support strategic initiatives.
• Participate in worship gatherings, meet with congregants/leaders and foster a healthy, Christ-centered culture within the church staff and community.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Staff management

Budgeting

Bible study

Communication

Hybrid work

Education

Formal theological education

Ministry training

Job description

Company Description Next Church RVA is a Christ-centered community located in North Chesterfield, VA, focused on engaging people of all ages in worship, discipleship and service. We value authentic relationships, biblical teaching and intentional spiritual growth for children, youth and adults. Collaborative ministry, strong family partnerships and creative approaches to faith formation are central to its mission. The congregation seeks team members who are committed to cultivating a safe, welcoming and spiritually nurturing environment for children and families.

Role Description The Executive Pastor is a full-time, hybrid role based in Chesterfield, VA, with some flexibility for work from home as indicated. This role oversees the day-to-day operations of the church, including staff leadership, ministry coordination, and organizational planning to support the overall mission and vision. The Executive Pastor will collaborate with the Lead Pastor and ministry leaders to develop and implement discipleship pathways, care systems and volunteer structures, while ensuring clear communication and alignment across all ministries. Regular responsibilities include teaching or leading Bible studies as needed, providing pastoral care, guiding leaders and teams, managing budgets and calendars and supporting strategic initiatives. The role also involves participating in worship gatherings, meeting with congregants/leaders and fostering a healthy, Christ-centered culture within the church staff and community.

Qualifications

• Formal theological education or equivalent ministry training (e.g., seminary degree, ministry certification, or substantial pastoral experience)is required.
• Demonstrated ability in Bible Study and Discipleship, including leading groups and equipping others to grow in faith.
• Attend all church meetings (every Tuesday at 6:30pm) and other meetings as required in person.
• Experience in Pastoring and Pastoral leadership, with a focus on team collaboration and ministry oversight.
• Strong skills in Pastoral Care, providing compassionate, confidential support to individuals and families.
• Proven experience in church or nonprofit administration, including planning, budgeting, and staff or volunteer management.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.
• Alignment with the doctrinal beliefs, mission, and values of Next Church RVA and a personal commitment to a mature Christian faith and ethical conduct.