Job Overview
The Executive Pastor / Director of Operations will support the Lead Pastor and Elders by carrying out the strategic plan to advance the vision and mission of APCC. The XP/DoO will oversee the administration and operations of the church, providing leadership for Sunday worship services, staff, ministry teams, outreaches, and other church events.
The ideal candidate is a faithful and fruitful follower of Jesus who is gifted administratively and has a heart for Christ and His church. This individual must have experience in leading teams, building systems, and carrying out organizational mission. The XP/DoO will work directly alongside the Lead Pastor and be accountable to him and/or the elder overseeing Sunday services and church operations.
Job Description
General Leadership
Maintain good standing as a covenant family member at APCC. Work closely and collaboratively with the Lead Pastor in advancing the mission, vision, and values of APCC.
Assume primary responsibility for implementing the vision and strategic goals of the church.
Elder Team (if qualified)
Serve on the Elder Team to plan meetings and ensure execution of all action items, relieving other elders from administrative burdens so they can focus on shepherding and oversight.
Serve as the primary elder liaison for HR and Finance, coordinating the annual budgeting process. Serve as the primary elder liaison to all church deacons and ministry team leaders.
Perform general pastoral duties including preaching, teaching, discipleship, leading worship services, and counseling.
Church Staff
Lead, manage, train, develop, and resource non-pastoral staff and volunteers, ensuring alignment with the church's vision and direction. Oversee goal-setting, reporting structures, staff meetings, and policies in conjunction with the Lead Pastor and Elders. Maintain and update job descriptions, oversee performance reviews, and ensure alignment between staff activity, church needs, and role expectations. Coordinate the work and collaboration of church staff as needed.
Church Ministries
Oversee and develop APCC's administrative and ministry infrastructure, systems, and processes to ensure fidelity to Scripture, alignment with APCC's vision, and synergy, efficiency, and scalability; coordinating and evaluating ministries throughout the church to ensure ministry leaders and teams are thriving, consistently growing, and aligned with APCC's vision, values, and strategic priorities. In collaboration with the Lead Pastor, oversee the discipleship and training process of the church—including classes, leadership development, internships, and residencies.