Church Administrator

Now Hiring | Church Administrator — Full Time
Christ Lutheran Church | Norfolk, Nebraska

Some jobs pay the bills. This one does that and something more.

At Christ Lutheran Church, we believe that strong administration is an act of service — and we're looking for someone who believes that too. If you're the kind of person who sees a tangled system and wants to fix it, looks at a budget and sees a ministry tool, and takes genuine pride in making an organization run well — we'd love to meet you.

The role:
Our Church Administrator oversees the financial, operational, and administrative life of a multi-ministry organization that includes a congregation, a K–8 school, and a childcare center. You'll work alongside the Senior Pastor and Church Council to steward resources well, support a team of approximately 65 employees, and build the organizational foundation that allows ministry to flourish.

You might be exactly who we're looking for if:

• You lead with initiative — you don't wait to be told what needs doing
• You think long-term — multi-year financial planning and capital strategy energize rather than intimidate you
• You communicate clearly — you can translate complex financial data into plain language for a board of volunteers
• You care about people — HR, onboarding, and staff culture aren't just checkboxes to you
• You bring your whole self to work — and that includes your faith

Core responsibilities include:

• Annual budgeting, financial forecasting, and long-range financial modeling
• Daily operations oversight, administrative systems, and official recordkeeping
• Facilities management and vendor coordination across all ministry sites
• Payroll administration, HR compliance, and staff support
• Board and Council support — reports, recommendations, and follow-through

A good fit looks like:

• 3–5 years of leadership experience in administration, operations, or finance
• Strong financial literacy with hands-on budgeting or forecasting experience
• A practicing Christian aligned with our mission and values
• Preferred: experience in church, nonprofit, or ministry settings; familiarity with LCMS culture

Compensation and benefits:
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Full benefits package through Concordia Plans includes health, vision, dental, and disability coverage. Paid vacation.

Christ Lutheran Church is an LCMS congregation committed to excellence in worship, education, and community service.