Shepherd Staff is honored to be working with Hope Church in Dubuque, IA as they search for their next Executive Pastor. Hope Church is a hospitable faith community dedicated to helping people connect with God, grow in their faith, and serve others.

The Executive Pastor role at Hope Church invites passionate and visionary leaders to join a vibrant team dedicated to helping people connect with God and grow in faith. Beyond the operational elements of the role, this is an opportunity to partner with a flourishing ministry and contribute to its mission of transforming lives through Christ. By blending strategic leadership with a pastoral heart, the Executive Pastor will play a critical role in shaping the spiritual and organizational direction of the church.

The ideal candidate will be:

A visionary leader who can inspire and implement the church’s vision
Experience with managing church finances and operations
Displays a pastoral heart and desire to shepherd
Skilled in fostering unity and collaboration among church and staff
Capable of making confident, thoughtful, and decisive choices

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Executive Pastor at Hope Church in Dubuque, IA, plays a vital role in partnering with the Senior Pastor to execute the church’s vision while nurturing both spiritual and organizational health. This role requires a visionary leader with a relational team-building style and a pastoral heart that demonstrates genuine care for the congregation. They will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, shepherding staff, and aligning ministries with the church’s mission to help people connect with God. This role offers a unique opportunity to support a thriving ministry and create a meaningful, lasting impact on the church community.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Works in tandem with the senior pastor as they implement the vision for the church
Shepherds, supports, and leads the staff
Develops and oversees the annual budget and monitors finances
Oversee the implementation and development of church ministries
Organizes and facilitates weekly staff meetings
Serves as a consultant to the Elder Board