Executive Director

Who we are 

Every day at Hope Rescue Mission (HRM) we get to respond to the call of God to serve the poor and the broken in our community in an active and thoughtful way. God has not called us to simply fill the immediate physical needs of this group, though we do strive to do some of that, but He’s elevated our understanding of their situation and 

commissioned us to be a tool in His hands to begin the transformational development in their lives. How has he elevated our understanding? Well, maybe elevat-ing is a better word, and it comes from our every-day interactions with this group as we serve them at our Drop-In-Center, Temporary Safe Outdoor Space, Women’s Center, Hope Thrift Boutique, Rescued Store or the Baling (recycling operation). You see, when you spend time rubbing shoulders with someone, and hearing their story, you gain an understanding and compassion that you wouldn’t have otherwise. That understanding and compassion are what has shaped the mission, methods, and direction of HRM, as well as shaped the hearts of our team over the past 5 years. By the grace of God and by His direction, we are able to serve this group in a thoughtful and effective way that causes lasting transformation for both those being served, and those serving. 

The role you will have 

As the Executive Director at Hope Rescue Mission, you will lead the organization in executing HRM’s mission in our immediate community and Western Montana. Working together with the Board of Directors you will define and refine the strategic goals of HRM, then put them into action through deliberate and faith-filled planning and leading, aligning HRM’s actions and resources to enable these goals as needed. You will be the face of the organization to the staff and to our community. Building trusted partnerships with community leaders has been and will continue to be paramount in enabling the success of HRM. This will be a key part of your role. Additionally, both the community and HRM staff will look to you to set the tone of the culture at HRM. Strong spiritual disciplines and continually Christ-centered behaviors and perspectives are crucial to maintaining our great culture, and you will need to foster those things in yourself and in our staff. 

A snapshot of your duties as Executive Director 

Set the organizational tone, values and cultural identity- 

• Maintain a high performing leadership and managerial team, establishing a high level of employee engagement and performance throughout the organization.
• Lead the team forward in their journey of spiritual growth by demonstrating Christ-centered values and behaviors, and by presenting opportunities for team members to demonstrate and participate in Christ-centered values and behaviors regularly. 

• Build trusted partnerships through honesty, compassion, and clarity of direction. 
• Set the cultural tone for the organization. Culture eats vision for lunch.

Ensure the organizational effectiveness and growth in accordance with HRMs mission and strategic plan-

• Establishing organizational priorities in alignment with the overall strategic plan of HRM and under the oversight of and accountability to the Board of Directors.
• Ensure the performance of HRM against these defined goals and priorities, adapting the organization and execution strategies as needed to accomplish it.
• Present recommended adjustments of the strategic plan to the Board of Directors as unforeseen opportunities arise and as you see fit.
• Manage HRM staff, managing up or managing out as needed.

Ensure the financial viability and growth of HRM- 

• Pursue and nurture trusted partnerships with key community organizations and leaders that will lead to opportunities for HRM.
• Proactively foster relationships with key donors, current and prospective. 
• Oversee the management of existing Grants and lead the team to actively pursue new grants that would enable us to maintain and grow HRM’s effectiveness. 
• Overseeing staff behaviors regarding HRM finances, ensuring they align with HRMs mission and vision, and with biblical financial stewardship principals. 
• Oversee and assist the Director of Development in creating and executing HRMs fundraising and donor development strategies.

Ensure HRM’s positive influence and image in our community: 

• Maintain HRMs image as a positive and supportive contributor to our community without sacrificing our biblical values.
• Oversee and participate in the organization’s community engagement and marketing activities.
• Participate in community events and committees representing HRM’s interests and values.

Ensure regulatory compliance: 

• Ensure HRM remains compliant to all state, local and federal regulations and to any requirements of current grants.

The above duties and responsibilities are not exclusive. 

Required Education and Experience 

• Mature Christian with a strong faith and ability to lead as a Disciple of Christ. Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a desire to serve the Lord in a shelter/recovery ministry. 
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and 5+ years’ experience or an equivalent combination focused on business operations and management. 
• Working knowledge and understanding of business and non-profit operations. 
• Work Ethic, positive attitude, impeccable character and integrity. 
• Basic understanding of grant procurement and reporting processes . 
• Basic experience in donor acquisition, donor care, fund raising. 
• Proficiency in basic software with an aptitude to learn new web based applications. 

At Hope Rescue Mission, we value calling above all else. If you find that you aren’t a perfect fit for this position, don’t hesitate to reach out. If you feel the call of God to serve HRM in some capacity, let’s talk about it and see where you fit. 

Interested applicants need to submit a completed application and an updated resume to Alex Burkhalter alex.burkhalter@gmail.com.