Chief Operating Officer - Humble - G&A Partners

Description

For over 25 years, G&A Partners has been helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses, take better care of their employees, and enjoy a higher quality of life by providing proven HR solutions and technology. G&A Partners' client, a faith based organization is currently seeking a Chief Operating Officer to join its team in Humble, TX.

About the Role

SUMMARY: The COO's primary purpose and responsibility are to lead and manage day-to-day church operations, drive strategic initiatives, and foster a collaborative, high-performance work culture. Reporting directly to the Senior Pastor, the COO will play a critical role in overseeing financial management, administrative affairs, human resources, facility management, marketing, and other special projects.

Responsibilities

General:

• Regularly attend Church services and bible study.
• Supports church in financial endeavors (tithes and offerings, etc.)
• Be early and prepared for all scheduled and vital meetings.
• Establish and foster exemplary relationships with 1st Family, Staff/non-staff workers, church membership, business partners, and the community.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor.

Liaison to Senior Pastor:

• Church administrative and ministerial staff.
• Church membership.
• Businesses, civil government, and the community at large.
• Assist the Senior Pastor in his relationships with architects, contractors, and others involved in building, remodeling, and equipping church facilities.
• Provide information concerning church operations, fiscal budgets, financial trends, staff performance, facility management, and marketing.

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and oversee the church's 3-5 year strategic plan in collaboration with the Senior Pastor and senior leadership.
• Lead strategy development and ensure alignment with the church's mission, vision, and guiding principles.

Operations Management:

• Direct the church's day-to-day operations, including financial management, human resources, facility management, marketing, and administrative functions.
• Ensure operational excellence, efficiency, and effectiveness across all departments.

Ministry Accountability:

• Provide oversight and accountability for ministry staff and leaders to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Implement systems and processes to track and evaluate ministry performance.

Financial Oversight:

• Manage the church's financial health by overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Ensure proper stewardship of church resources and compliance with financial policies.

Human Resources & Staff Development:

• Oversee human resources functions, including recruitment, performance management, staff development and enrichment.
• Foster a team-oriented and relational work environment that promotes staff satisfaction and high performance.

Facility & Asset Management:

• Oversee the maintenance and operations of church facilities, ensuring they are safe, welcoming, and well-maintained.
• Manage special projects related to facility improvements and expansions.

Trustee Board Recruitment & Development:

• Lead strategy development for the recruitment, onboarding, and development of the Trustee Board.
• Ensure trustees are equipped with the necessary resources and training to fulfill their responsibilities effectively.
• Foster strong collaboration between the Trustee Board, Senior Pastor, and church leadership.

Communications & Marketing:

• Oversee church-wide communications and marketing initiatives to enhance visibility and engagement.
• Ensure consistency in branding and messaging across all platforms.

Reporting:

• Provide weekly operational reports and project status updates to the Senior Pastor.
• Prepare monthly Trustee Board reports summarizing key metrics, strategic progress, and major accomplishments.

Qualifications

• Requires a Doctor of Ministry (DMin) or equivalent theological degree from an accredited institution.
• Must have at least 5 years of experience in church operations, non-profit leadership, and corporate management.
• Proven expertise in financial management, strategic planning, and operational leadership.
• Experience in planning and executing large-scale events and initiatives in a large church setting.
• Experience managing budgets of $1M+.

Required Skills

• Must demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and adapt to dynamic organizational needs.
• Must possess the following skills: high relational intelligence and team-oriented, strong staff development and transformational leadership style with the ability to foster a collaborative and relational work environment; exceptional communication, organizational, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills; highly organized and detail-oriented, strategic planning, multitasking, time management, and project management skills.
• Must possess cultural competency and familiarity with Black church values and community engagement, familiarity with non-profit management, community development, and outreach programs preferred.
• Must demonstrate the ability to receive instruction, interpret it, develop a plan of action, and communicate to necessary parties.
• A self-motivated person who can effectively work independently without supervision and produce results.
• A mission-driven person with a passion for ministry, discipleship, strategy, process, and systems.
• A value innovative thinker with the ability to drive change and achieve results.
• Proficiency in using technology to enhance operations and engagement.
• Must demonstrate agility, adaptability, and a high capacity to solve problems in a high capacity work environment.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, develop and implement program policies and procedures, and manage changing and conflicting priorities.
• Tact, discretion, and ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters.
• Experience negotiating contracts, leases, or agreements.
• A hear that is "wired for people" and thrives on nurturing and developing others.