The Director of Operations is responsible for the logistical support of the Central Group Leader (CGL), as well as other teams within the group. This role is a strategic partner to the leadership team, providing executive-level support and driving operational excellence. The Director of Operations will elevate the CGL experience, effectiveness, and overall support.
At Life.Church, we exist to lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ. It’s been our mission since 1996 and has guided us every day. Leading people isn’t just an expectation; it’s a necessity. It’s a cornerstone of our culture. That's why we’re always seeking leaders—leaders like you—to bring your skills to life. We are one church meeting in multiple locations, and we want to help you become the person God made you to be.
The Director is responsible for collaborating with their Central Team Leader (CTL) and Central Group Leader to cast vision, provide direction, and lead ministry efforts within their area of influence to outcomes that further Life.Church’s mission and reach people for Christ.
What You’ll Do
- Provide excellent collaboration, communication, and insight into meetings and relationships where tasks and goals are being discussed.
- Cultivate strong relationships with the team to understand and support their needs, navigate changes and challenges, and advocate for leaders’ and team members’ success.
- Manage access to the CGL’s time and attention through e-mail, schedule, and conversations.
- Reply and schedule on behalf of the CGL and prioritize requests.
- Lead a team to support the CGL and CTLs to foster a thriving group environment.
- Oversee the Project Leader regarding administrative tasks such as purchasing card coding, quarterly budgeting, and monitoring and evaluation of various tableau reports.
- Oversee the Project Leader regarding project management of various events, learning sessions, and initiatives within the group.
- Proactively provide development and coaching opportunities as needed.
Skills Needed to Succeed
- Strong ability to self-motivate, make independent decisions, and solve problems with initiative.
- Strategic thinker with a passion for moving our mission forward.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to maintain relationships and partnerships.
- Skilled in attentive listening, adept at fully engaging with others to grasp their perspectives, needs, and inquiries, facilitating effective communication, and fostering positive professional relationships.
- Effective at multi-tasking and time management to meet strict deadlines while remaining flexible and open to change.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 3-5 years related work experience.
Benefits We Offer
- Paid parental leave, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
- Generous employer-paid leave for the use of vacation, sick time, and other qualifying reasons.
- Innovative and comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance that provides team members with useful resources and savings to navigate their holistic health.
- Life insurance policy provided for all staff members at 2x annual salary at no cost. Additional life insurance coverage is available to purchase.
- Short-Term and Long-Term disability is covered at 100% for full-time qualified staff members.
- Comprehensive wellness and mental health benefits allow staff to proactively invest in their physical and emotional health.
- Generous 401(k) retirement plan allowing a team member to have up to 12.5% (including employee contribution, employer match, and employer discretionary contribution) contributed into their account in their first year. It doesn’t stop there—the more years on staff, the greater the investment!
- $160 annually in development dollars for team members to invest in their professional growth.
- Casual dress and work environment.
- Flexible work schedule.
- And much more!
Our Beliefs, Culture, and Commitment to Diversity
At Life.Church, every staff member, and intern is a minister and is expected to engage in the church's ministry fully. We consider ministry readiness and an individual’s capacity to represent Life.Church’s beliefs as a minister during the selection process for all staff and intern positions. An essential function within every position held by a staff member or intern at Life.Church is to uphold and represent the beliefs of Life.Church.
Learn more about what we believe at Life.Church.
While we unite around our mission, we know unity doesn’t mean uniformity. Our calling is too great, and our mission is too important not to be intentional about strengthening our team through diversity. We know that diverse perspectives in race, ethnicity, background, age, and gender are essential to reaching the world for Christ. To learn more about how we strengthen our team through diversity,
visit our careers page.
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