CGGC Executive Director Job Description--Makes MY Skin Crawl! How About Your's?

I pasted this straight from CGGC.org.  It didn't paste perfectly, though the text is all there.

If you don't recognize it, it comes, with only the slightest tweaking, from the wisdom of the same group of people who came up with 35,000 by 2000:  The same people who defined "More and Better Disciples" as an increase in average attendance in worship services.

Can you say, "Institutionalism?"  Can you say, "Hierarchy?"  Can you shout, "TRADITION!?"

I don't know if you can.  But, the Ad Council and the Search Committee certainly can.

Can you say, "Repentance" or "Change?"  Can you act under the "rule" of God's Word?

Clearly, they can't.

This has to be stopped before it's too late!

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Note:  Bold Italics are my emphasis

GENERAL CONFERENCE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

A. Position Description
The General Conference Executive Director is the chief executive officer of the Churches of God, General Conference. His primary role is that of vision caster and overseer of the personnel in Findlay and programs that serve the local churches in the conferences of the Churches of God, General Conference.
B. Organizational Responsibilities

1. Responsible to: Administrative Council of General Conference
2. Responsible for: Spiritual and managerial oversight of Directors, staff and programs of the Churches of God as directed by the Administrative Council
3. Related closely with: Administrative Council Members, General Conference staff and Directors, Conference Leaders, Winebrenner Theological Seminary, church leadership and other denominational leaders in the larger Body of Christ
C. Position Qualifications
The following qualifications shall, to the degree possible, be regarded as minimum requirements, excepting where the person by reason of experience or related skills, has demonstrated abilities.
1. Experience
a. Have at least 10 years experience as an effective servant-leader with sufficient evidences of team success   b. Have had leadership responsibilities in the management and administration of the larger work of the church, (e.g. Conference/Region or General Conference level)
c. Have had sufficient involvement in ecumenical endeavors and relations to relate to interdenominational activities
d. Have had adequate exposure to the total ministries of the church to provide a broad experience compatible with the inner workings of the Churches of God
e. Have demonstrated skills in personnel management, corporate planning and finance, along with experience in problem solving and crisis management
2. Education a. Wherever possible, hold a degree from a recognized theological seminary. However, training in theological studies, management, business/personnel administration coupled with demonstrated performance in these areas may serve to satisfy this requirement.
b. Possess biblical knowledge supportive of an adequate perception and understanding of the church should be viewed as an essential part of the educational foundation of the person.
c. Hold a personal theological position that is biblical and compatible with the We Believe statement of the CGGC.


3. Personal

a. Evidence personal integrity, good moral character, Christian commitment, and financial responsibility (1 Timothy, Titus)
b. Evidence an understanding of the fear of the Lord and knowledge of God (Proverbs 2:5) in deliberations and decisions
c. Be a person given to neatness and good taste in matters of dress and appearance and have reasonably sound health
d. Manage own household well and be willing to do extensive travel, given the broad scope of the church and its various ministries
e. Demonstrate a loyalty to the Churches of God and her traditional doctrinal position, possessing the respect and cooperative support of the church
D. Job Summary
1. The Executive Director - General Objectives a. Develop a team to minister effectively to the Churches of God in the following areas:
1) Church Planting

2) Cross-Cultural Ministries

3) Finance

4) Denominational Communications

5) Transformational Ministries

6) Publications

7) Stewardship and Capital Development

8) Personnel

9) Administration

b. Develop working relationships with the Conference/Regional Leaders (appointed and elected) of the Churches of God, General Conference
c. Coordinate vision casting and program development with Winebrenner Theological Seminary
2. Managerial Roles
a. Planning
(1) In consultation with the Administrative Council and conference/regional leaders, develop a strategic vision for the Churches of God, General Conference.
(2)Develop short-range and long-range plans for denominational growth, development, and renewal for ascertaining needs, setting objectives, developing strategies, proposing programs and budgets, evaluating results, networking regions and churches, and identifying external resources.
(3) Design effective systems for recruiting, training, and deploying General Conference personnel on the basis of spiritual giftedness and expertise.
b. Organizing
(1)Oversee the development of an effective organization by nurturing a relational chain of concern and span of care.
(2)Work with the General Conference Team to develop position descriptions and oversee the selection of personnel to accomplish effective ministry.
(3)Oversee and facilitate the development and implementation of action plans for General Conference ministries.
(4)Conduct regular Directors and staff meetings to insure coordinated, resourced planned activities.
c. Leading
(1)Clearly communicate the denominational strategy to all denominational membership and leadership.
(2)Recognize, recruit, test, train, empower, and deploy persons to minister, based on character, faithfulness, gifts, education, experience, and availability.
(3)Be available as advisor and resource person to the Administrative Council, conference/regional leaders and WTS staff.
(4)Handle personnel problems at the General Conference office which have not been settled through regular procedures.
(5)Network resources to provide opportunities for growth to all churches.
d. Controlling
(1)Meet regularly with the Executive Committee of the Administrative Council to evaluate progress and problems related to the denomination.
(2)Meet regularly with Directors of Ministry and staff to review progress and expedite team proposals for needed change.
(3)Monitor and evaluate new changing paradigms in cross-cultural ministries.
(4)Provide evaluation of all Ministry Directors and staff.
E. Recurring Priorities 1. Regular involvement in seminars and events to continue to gain knowledge, skills, and experience.
2. Assist General Conference team to recruit and train competent people to be part of the Churches of God ministries.
3. Motivate General Conference staff to quality relationships and a lifestyle of Christian discipleship.
4. Facilitate the redefining and refining of objectives, programs, and job descriptions for Directors and staff ministries.
F. Specific Areas of Oversight
1. Staff
a. Oversee the enhancement of skills through training
b. Guide in strategic planning of programs
c. Make sure a variety of opportunities are available for spiritual growth and enrichment
2. Possible Programs

a. Regional and Conference Visits

b. Special Programs

G. Scheduling

1. Reports

a. Specific reports requested by Administrative Council

b. Triennial report to General Conference

2. Meetings

a. Regularly scheduled staff meetings

b. Scheduled Conference Leadership meetings

c. Administrative Council and other meetings and services as needed
d. Conferences for personal edification
e. Serve on Winebrenner Theological Seminary Board