Position Reports to: Lead Pastor

Salary & Benefits: Salary and Benefits to be determined by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Elders in agreement with the Harvest Staff/Employee Manual.

Position Objective: To provide pastoral leadership and oversight to Harvest Church through the wise administration and development of the church’s operational staff and programs.

Explanation of Position Objective:

“To provide pastoral leadership and oversight to Harvest Church…”: The primary aim of this phrase is two-fold. First, it is expected that the person who fills this position is first and foremost a pastor/shepherd of God’s flock. In that, he should be recognized by the church as having met the characteristics of an Elder in the church (1 Timothy 3; Titus 1). The task at hand is primarily pastoral in nature and thus requires personal commitments to spiritual growth as well as the professional ability to guide others toward spiritual vibrancy and protection. However, the task is not simply pastoral. This position requires a pastor-leader. In affirming this statement, this person should be gifted and committed to providing direction, vision and accountability to others under their leadership. The ability to cast vision, help others develop and implement practical goals and objectives, and the commitment to hold personnel and programs to stated levels of accountability and cohesion are vital in this role of leadership (Ephesians 4:12).
“…through the wise administration, development and implementation of the church’s operational staff and programs”: Understanding and valuing the principle that “operations support ministry and allow for its fruitful and faithful expression at Harvest,” the primary responsibility of the Pastor of Operations is the leadership and oversight of all areas of organizational operations for the church. This includes the development, implementation and administration of the staff members, programs and processes related to the church’s facilities, finance, human resources, technology and communication departments.

Spiritual and Character Qualifications:

Have a clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a passionate, growing personal relationship with Him.
Meet the biblical qualifications of an Elder (1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9).
If married, be a positive example of a servant-leader in his home while exercising humble stewardship of his marriage and family.
If single, be a positive example of maturity and purity while exercising humble discernment to his God-ordained station of life.
Be humble in spirit and life in a way that emphasizes such character as a priority of Harvest Church.
Be teachable and willing to be held accountable.
Be a self-starter with drive, passion and initiative.
Be a team player with a positive attitude and a heart for collaboration.
Be a ministry partner willing to voice concern and disagreement in a respectful way while following accepted relationships of responsibility, leadership and team commitment.

Professional Qualifications:

At least 5 years of vocational experience in an operations-related field is required.
At least 5 years of full-time Christian ministry vocation with direct, measurable avenues of ministry fruitfulness in areas of responsibility is preferred.
A Bachelor’s degree in a business-related discipline is required.
A Master’s of Business Administration or similar degree is preferred.
Enthusiastically embrace the doctrine, mission and ministry philosophy of Harvest Church.
Must be able to articulate and practice a biblical philosophy of stewardship that is evidenced in prior work and life experience.
Must be able to articulate and practice a biblical philosophy of leadership as evidenced in prior work experience.
Must be proficient in current financial practices including accounting, revenue projection/modeling and related technology.
Must be familiar with current principles, trends and governmental expectations regarding non-profit and religious organizations with particular attention to Internal Revenue Service compliance.
Must be familiar with current workplace and human resource policies as evidenced in prior work experience.
Must be able to work in a highly collaborative environment of leaders.
Must be able to lead others effectively in appropriate authority/responsibility relationships.
Must be able to cast vision, strategically plan and maintain programs that will allow for an expectant environment of discipleship.

Position Description:

Be the primary operational leader for Harvest Church:
- Lead, implement and direct all aspects and staff of the operational departments of Harvest Church.
  - Facilities
  - Finance
  - Human Resources
  - IT
  - Communications
- Lead and collaborate with an Executive Leadership Team to ensure ministry faithfulness and fruitfulness in all areas of ministry and operations at Harvest Church.

Be the chief financial officer for Harvest Church:
- Plan, implement and direct the strategies and goals of the financial department for Harvest Church.
- Plan, direct and complete the annual budget process.
- Monitor and communicate on financial items to appropriate audiences with the appropriate level of detail (Elders, staff and congregation).
  - Annual Review/Audit
  - Review/Amendment of Policies
- Lead and collaborate with an Executive Leadership Team and the Board of Elders to ensure an environment and expectation of biblical stewardship at Harvest Church.

Be the chief human resource officer for Harvest Church:
- Plan, implement and direct the strategies and goals of the Human Resource department for Harvest Church.
- Research, advise and lead all aspects of the Employee Benefits Program.
- Plan, direct and administrate the staff search, hiring and onboarding process.
- Collaborate with the Pastor of Ministries on all aspects of the Employee Development/Review Process.
- Collaborate with the Lead Pastor, Pastor of Ministries and departmental personnel on all staff transitions and terminations.
- Lead and collaborate with an Executive Leadership Team to ensure a clear, supportive and expectant environment for work and ministry at Harvest Church.

Be a secondary vision-steward for Harvest Church:
- Plan, communicate and direct operational aspects of Harvest Church’s strategic vision process.
- Collaborate on other select aspects of Harvest Church’s strategic vision process.
- Along with the Pastor of Ministries, delegate and monitor the implementation of the multi-year strategic plan as appropriate through members of the church staff.
- Lead and collaborate with an Executive Leadership Team to ensure clear implementation and execution of the vision and strategic plan for Harvest Church.

To apply for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to Grace Fugate, Administrative Assistant to the Lead Pastor.

Or contact:Brian White, Lead Pastor

Harvest Church

14550 River Road

Carmel, IN 46033

Harvest Church

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