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Friends Church

Life Groups Pastor

Yorba Linda, CA · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Partner with the Missions Director and Volunteer Engagement Director to provide opportunities for Life Groups to serve the church and community at least three times annually. * Communication and ...

Ghostwerks LLC

Human Resource Director

Wharton, NJ · On-site +1

Meaningful impact on workforce strategy supporting national defense and government missions. * Direct collaboration with executive leadership. * A culture rooted in innovation, integrity, and mission ...

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How much do missions director jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for missions director in the United States is $74,073.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,500.00 and $90,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are typical challenges faced by a Missions Director, and how can they be managed?

Missions Directors frequently encounter challenges such as managing teams in diverse and sometimes remote locations, ensuring effective communication across cultural and language barriers, and balancing multiple project priorities with limited resources. Staying adaptable and utilizing strong organizational skills can help address these challenges, alongside building strong relationships with local partners and stakeholders. Many Missions Directors proactively seek training in cross-cultural leadership and crisis management to better navigate unique field situations. Embracing these challenges can lead to professional growth and the successful achievement of organizational goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Missions Director position, and why are they important?

A Missions Director typically requires strong leadership, project management, cross-cultural communication skills, and experience in nonprofit or ministry work, often supported by a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with CRM databases, fundraising platforms, and international logistics systems is also valuable. Exceptional organizational skills, adaptability, and empathy set top candidates apart. These skills are essential for coordinating diverse teams, managing multiple projects, and fostering partnerships across different cultures and regions.

What does a Missions Director do?

A Missions Director oversees and coordinates mission programs for a church, nonprofit, or religious organization. They develop strategies, manage budgets, and support mission teams to spread their organization's message and humanitarian efforts. Their role includes organizing outreach projects, fostering partnerships, and ensuring alignment with the organization's values and goals. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential for success in this position.

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Infographic showing various Missions Director job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,073 per year, or $35.6 per hour.
Assistant Director of the Tom Elliff Center for Missions

Assistant Director of the Tom Elliff Center for Missions

Arizona Christian University

Glendale, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

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Description
General Job Brief
The Tom Elliff Center for Missions (TECM) exists to enhance missions education at ACU through forums and mentorship, facilitate growth through scholarships, recruit students, and partners, and send students called to missions from the local church through ACU to the world.
The Assistant Director for the Tom Elliff Center for Missions for High School Ministries is responsible for developing and implementing curriculum materials for the Center focused on high school students, increasing awareness of the center among Arizona Christian University students, and managing the administrative operation of the Center.
This role also requires a comprehensive understanding of and commitment to the unique Christian mission and vision of ACU to Transform Culture with Truth, and the ability to advance that mission and vision through the performance of its duties, including person-to-person mentorship and discipleship.
Key Responsibilities
  • Serve the churches using the prepared materials with students called to missions.
  • Develop and implement strategies to increase awareness of TECM among all ACU students.
  • Model involvement in missions with regular missions' trips, as approved by supervisor.
  • Manage the TECM office, including supervision of student workers.
  • Educate Christian groups regarding the existence and purpose of the TECM. This includes student recruitment initiatives associated with TECM.
  • Work with student life personnel to develop mission opportunities and connections for ACU students.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
  • Completing other duties and tasks with utmost integrity and professionalism, as directed, and not necessarily mentioned in this description, may be asked on a volunteer basis.
  • Commitment to the University's faith statement, mission, and purposes; and an active Christian faith.
  • Comfort and familiarity with the practice of praying with and for others, including students, faculty, and fellow University staff.
  • The ability to meaningfully support and encourage students, faculty, and staff from a biblical worldview perspective, using relevant and applicable references from the Old and New Testaments and orthodox Christian writings.
  • Demonstrated alignment with and enthusiastic support for the Christian Mission and Core Commitments of the University, including signing the University's Statement of Faith and Core Commitments annually.
Education and Experience
  • Master's degree required.
  • Significant, personal involvement in missions required with a preference for having served in an international missions context.
  • Experience mentoring young adults, preferably in an academic setting.
Special Requirements
  • Must be willing to work nights and weekends, attend special recruiting events, and perform work travel.
  • Active church membership and participation in a conservative evangelical protestant church is required.
Ability and Skills
  • Must be a clear communicator with exceptional follow-up skills for closing communication loops
  • Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
  • Able to write missions curriculum.
  • Able to produce new materials in current, trending media.
  • Able to relate to and motivate high school and university students.
  • Possess high standards of conduct, appearance, and attitude.

Fair Labor Standards Act
This position is considered to be full-time, exempt from overtime pay provisions as provided by the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and any applicable state laws.

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