President - Muskegon Rescue Mission

Key Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual, strategic, operational, and financial leadership for the organization.
• Ensure all programs, services, and organizational practices remain aligned with the Mission’s Christ-centered values.
• Provide executive oversight for all ministry programs, retail operations, facilities, and support services.
• Develop and strengthen staff, leadership teams, and organizational culture.
• Serve as the Mission’s primary ambassador, spokesperson, and relationship builder.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward major donor relationships.
• Partner with the Board of Directors on governance, strategy, and organizational priorities.
• Lead strategic planning, innovation, and organizational growth initiatives.
• Ensure sound financial stewardship and operational effectiveness.
• Represent the Mission in the community and on collaborative boards, committees, and task forces.
• Advocate for transformational solutions to homelessness, poverty, addiction, and related challenges.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated Christian faith and commitment to the Mission’s Statement of Faith.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Senior leadership experience as a CEO, President, Executive Director, COO, or similar role.
• Experience in rescue missions, homelessness services, human services, or related ministries preferred.
• Experience leading staff, budgets, organizational strategy, and change initiatives.
• Experience working effectively with a Board of Directors.
• Strong communication, leadership, public speaking, and relationship-building skills.
• Financial acumen and experience participating in budgeting and organizational planning.
• Proven success cultivating donor relationships, including major donors.

The Ideal Candidate

A Deeply Rooted Christ-Follower who aligns with the Mission’s Statement of Faith and integrates biblical principles into leadership.

A Relational Leader who builds trust, develops people, and fosters a healthy, mission-driven culture.

A Team Builder who strengthens leadership capacity and creates accountability throughout the organization.

A Community Connector who enjoys engaging donors, churches, civic leaders, community partners, and public officials.

A Strategic Thinker who can articulate a clear vision while honoring the Mission’s history and values.

A Servant Leader who demonstrates humility, compassion, integrity, and a commitment to helping people experience lasting transformation through Christ.