Director of Parish Operations

Join Our Team

Holy Comforter Episcopal Church is a vibrant and growing parish in Charlotte, North Carolina, committed to worship, fellowship, formation, outreach, and hospitality. We are a community where all are welcome with a strong commitment to diversity. We seek an experienced operations leader who will strengthen the systems, people, and processes that enable ministry to flourish.

Position Summary

The Director of Parish Operations serves as the operational leader of the parish, partnering closely with the Rector, staff, volunteers, and parish leaders to ensure excellent day-to-day operations while strengthening the infrastructure that supports Holy Comforter's mission.

Operations & Administration

Oversee daily administrative and operational functions.

Coordinate calendars, facilities, office systems, and workflows.

Manage vendors, technology resources, contracts, and records.

Develop systems that improve parish operations.

Some after-hours and weekend availability may be required

Staff & Volunteer Leadership

Supervise Communications Manager, Bookkeeper, and designated volunteers.

Support onboarding and foster a collaborative, service-oriented culture.

Communications & Parish Support

Coordinate parish communications and publication workflows.

Support hospitality, newcomer engagement, and major parish events.

Membership, Compliance & Facilities

Maintain membership records and diocesan reporting.

Coordinate Safe Church compliance.

Serve as liaison for facilities, maintenance, rentals, and vendors.

Qualifications

Required

Professionalism and confidentiality

Proficiency with office technology

Preferred

Experience in small business, church, nonprofit, or operations leadership

Staff supervision and volunteer coordination

Project and vendor management

Familiarity with Episcopal Church practices

Personal Characteristics

Strong leadership and organizational ability

Excellent judgment and problem-solving

Collaborative, servant-hearted leadership

Flexibility, initiative, and attention to detail

Commitment to hospitality and the Church's mission

Strong organizational and administrative skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

For consideration, please submit a cover letter and your resume by applying here: https://www.holycomfortercharlotte.org/director-of-parish-operations/