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Executive Pastor

Durant, OK · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Fusion Bible Church in Durant, OK, is in search of an experienced and visionary Executive Pastor (XP) to serve as a strategic partner to the Lead Pastor. This essential role involves implementing the ...

Buffalo Covenant Church

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Executive Pastor

Buffalo, MN · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Buffalo Covenant Church is seeking a spiritually mature and relational Executive Pastor to provide pastoral leadership to a multi-generational church family. This key leadership role equips and ...

Hillsiderancho

Executive Pastor

Rancho Cucamonga, CA · On-site

$100 - $135/hr

# Executive PastorHillside Community Church Inc - Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91737## OverviewSalary Range ... Senior Pastor**FSLA Classification:** Full Time Salary**Salary Range:** $115k - $135k a year*

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How much do church executive pastor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for church executive pastor in the United States is $55,499.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $61,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a church executive pastor?

Church Executive Pastors are senior leaders responsible for overseeing the operational, administrative, and sometimes strategic aspects of a church. They often manage staff, finances, facilities, and help implement the vision set by the Senior Pastor or church board. Executive Pastors free up the Senior Pastor to focus more on spiritual leadership, teaching, and pastoral care. Their role requires strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills to ensure the smooth running of church activities and ministries.

How does a church executive pastor typically collaborate with other church staff and ministry leaders?

A Church Executive Pastor works closely with senior pastors, ministry leaders, and administrative staff to ensure the effective implementation of the church's vision and day-to-day operations. They often facilitate communication between ministries, oversee project management, and help resolve challenges that arise in various departments. Regular meetings and strategic planning sessions are common, allowing the Executive Pastor to align resources and support with ministry goals. This collaborative environment fosters unity and ensures that all church activities serve the overall mission.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a church executive pastor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Church Executive Pastor, you need strong leadership, organizational management, and theological knowledge, often supported by a seminary degree and experience in church administration. Familiarity with church management software, budgeting tools, and communication systems is typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, and strategic vision help in guiding staff and fostering congregational unity. These abilities ensure effective ministry operations, healthy team dynamics, and the successful fulfillment of the church's mission.

What is the difference between Church Executive Pastor vs Church Operations Director?

AspectChurch Executive PastorChurch Operations Director
ResponsibilitiesOversees overall church strategy, vision, and leadership, including staff and ministry alignment.Manages daily operations, facilities, and administrative functions to support church activities.
CredentialsTypically requires theological education, leadership experience, and sometimes seminary degrees.Often requires management experience, organizational skills, and familiarity with church administration.
Work EnvironmentLeadership meetings, strategic planning sessions, and staff development.Office setting, coordinating logistics, and overseeing operational staff.

The Church Executive Pastor focuses on strategic leadership and spiritual oversight, while the Church Operations Director handles daily administrative and operational tasks. Both roles are vital for a well-functioning church but differ in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various Church Executive Pastor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $55,499 per year, or $26.7 per hour.

Executive Pastor - Alexandria Covenant Church

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Alexandria, MN • On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide oversight, care, and development of all Ministry Director and Pastoral Staff positions.

  • Serve as a member of the Executive Ministry Team and assist in implementing churchwide ministry objectives.

  • Oversee local mission ministry, community engagement, and support the Senior Pastor in preaching, teaching, and pastoral duties.

Job description

Executive Pastor - Alexandria Covenant Church

Executive Pastor Role Description

PURPOSE:

The Executive Pastor will work directly with the Senior Pastor to provide ministry and staff oversight to all Director and Pastoral staff positions. This person is responsible for implementation of churchwide ministry objectives and the care and development of ministry directors and pastoral staff. The Executive Pastor will serve on the Executive Ministry Team led by the Senior Pastor.

            I.          POSITION TITLE:

                        Executive Pastor

            II.        REQUIREMENTS:

  • Be born-again and living a dedicated Christian life.
  • Possess spiritual gifts, along with the professional and educational background adequate for the position.
  • Possess the ability to implement the vision, mission, and values of ACC under the direction of the Senior Pastor and the Leadership Team of the church.
  • Be licensed or ordained in the Evangelical Covenant Church or other accepted ministry credentials.
  • Ability to work with confidentiality and discretion.
  • Ability to work independently, under pressure, and with multiple people on staff.
  • Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills.
  • Be a member at Alexandria Covenant Church.

III.       RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Will provide oversight, care, and development of all Ministry Director and Pastoral Staff positions.
  • Will serve as a member of the Executive Ministry Team.
  • Responsible for the implementation of churchwide ministry objectives.
  • Oversight of local mission ministry in cooperation with Executive Team and Local Mission Team.
  • Oversight of churchwide community engagement.
  • Assist the Senior Pastor in preaching and teaching the Word of God, administering the sacraments, and faithfully carrying out pastoral work as needed.
  • Serve as an advisory member of the Leadership Team. May serve as a voting member of ministry teams and committees, and in such capacity shall strive to establish and accomplish objectives and strategies in conjunction with the mission and purpose of the church.

IV.       AUTHORITY:

The Executive Pastor shall have authority to perform duties in accordance with their role description and under the direction of the Senior Pastor.

V.        ACCOUNTABILITY:

The Executive Pastor is accountable to the Senior Pastor.

VI.       STANDARDS FOR PERFORMANCE:

  • The Executive Pastor shall conduct themselves at all times in such a manner as set forth in the Word of God for a servant of God.
  • The Executive Pastor will accomplish their duties and responsibilities in a professional manner and should demonstrate, along with the fruit of the Spirit, excellence, integrity, loyalty, and maturity.

VII.     EVALUATION:

Yearly, the Executive Pastor will meet with the Senior Pastor for a job performance evaluation.  Goals will be set together for the coming year, the results to be evaluated at the next performance appraisal.

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This position requires 15+ years of experience in overseeing church multiple staff teams

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Alexandria Covenant Church is seeking a full-time Executive who loves Jesus and is committed to the work and ministry of the gospel.  We are a church of 1000+ regularly attending on Sunday mornings with another 300+ viewing our online services. Our church family is committed to loving Jesus, becoming like Jesus, and sharing Jesus with all people. 

 Our church offers both traditional and contemporary weekly worship services.  All our ministries are bible based, gospel centered, and relationally driven and our largest outreach is children and youth.  In addition, we have 14 global, 5 regional and 13 local missions’ partners.  Alexandria Covenant Church is debt free and operates on a 2 ½+ -million-dollar budget, but we recognize the greatest asset of our church is our people. 

 Alexandria, MN is a lakes community (15,000+ and triples in size in the summer) located in central Minnesota.  We are a summer destination for many people in and outside of Minnesota.  It is often said about Alexandria that it is a great place to come and a hard place to leave.  Our church and our community are unique - we are a larger church family in a relatively small rural setting.  If looking for a great place to live and an amazing church family to experience life with, we may be that place for you!