Director of Operations (Episcopal Priest)
The Church of the Good Samaritan is a vibrant, innovative, and Christ-centered Episcopal parish that is growing and on the move. Our average Sunday attendance exceeds 400, with three services each Sunday at 7:30, 9, and 11:15 am. Our life together extends far beyond Sunday worship as we live out our mission to be a community of worship, hospitality, healing, and hope, sharing the love of Jesus Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit.
One way we embody this mission is by serving as a hub of daily connection through Christian formation programs for all ages, Sunday lunch, community events, and outreach ministries. Our campus includes a Day School, Dance Academy, Churchyard, Food Closet ministry, retail Thrift Shop, and two Rectories.
Position Summary
We are seeking an Episcopal Priest to join our clergy staff as Director of Operations. This full-time position combines priestly ministry with executive leadership, providing critical oversight of the business, administrative, and operational life of the parish while supporting a dynamic and diverse range of ministries.
The Director of Operations is a member of the senior leadership team and reports to the Rector, working closely with the Rector, the Vicar (who provides programmatic oversight), and the Financial Administrator (who administers the financial affairs of the Church).
The Director of Operations provides staff presence to the Finance, Buildings and Grounds, and Stewardship Committees, and attends Vestry and Executive Committee meetings.
Primary Responsibilities
The Director of Operations is responsible for:
- Financial and budgetary oversight, compliance, and execution
- Capital resource management
- Strategic planning
- Facilities oversight and building use coordination
- Information technology and administrative systems
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Fiscal Oversight
- Support the Financial Administrator in preparing the annual church and Day School operating budgets, with input from the Finance Committee, Rector, and professional staff
- In conjunction with the Financial Administrator, evaluate, recommend, and oversee implementation of fiscal policies, including purchasing policies and internal controls
- Work with each department to ensure effective budgetary controls
Stewardship and Giving
- Support the development and implementation of the annual giving campaign in collaboration with the Financial Administrator and Stewardship Committee
- Oversee the church’s Planned Giving program
Facilities Oversight
- Manage all church property in collaboration with the Maintenance Director and appropriate committees
- Oversee the Churchyard, including records and plot sales
- Develop and implement maintenance procedures and schedules for buildings, property, and equipment
- Negotiate, approve, and manage service contracts and agreements
- Administer capital improvements and expenditures, including bid processes, approvals, compliance, and contract administration
- Serve as project manager for all capital projects
- Ensure adequate custodial support
- Oversee outside facilities rentals and contracts
- Ensure appropriate security measures and emergency plans
Church Administration
- Ensure adequate insurance coverage for the parish
- Oversee technology systems, including computer, network, software, and telephony systems, with attention to cybersecurity and information management
- Oversee the management and implementation of church management software
- Ensure coordination of all parish events and serve as stakeholder liaison
Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Desired Qualifications
- Ordained woman Episcopal Priest
- Executive experience in administration, business, or nonprofit administration
- Strong financial and fund accounting knowledge
- Entrepreneurial mindset with strong problem-solving skills
- Proven experience managing people, processes, and complex systems
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Excitement about sharing meaningful work with a talented leadership team
Compensation and Benefits
- Full-time position
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, retirement, and life insurance
Application Process
Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to: rector@good-samaritan.org.