Pastor Director of Stewardship

# Pastor/Director of Stewardship## The Compass Church Naperville, ILChurch/Company Size
101 to 150

Job Type Full Time Pay Type Salary Pay  $50,000 - $80,000

Employee Workplace On-site###

Job Description:

** Position Summary
** The Pastor and or Director of Stewardship at The Compass Church is responsible for championing stewardship throughout the church family, addressing stewardship as a matter of discipleship rather than solely fundraising. This role provides strategic oversight and hands-on execution for donor care, communication, and engagement, particularly with key financial contributors. The Pastor of Stewardship will also play a leadership role in any capital campaigns, supporting the overall mission of
* Helping People Find & Follow God
* by encouraging discipleship through faithful financial stewardship.
** Primary

Responsibilities & Requirements:

*** Stewardship Leadership & Donor Care
** Champion faithful stewardship throughout The Compass Church, addressing stewardship as a matter of discipleship.
* Coordinate contacting and pastoral care for the top 100 financial leaders and any individuals with significant giving changes.
* Strategize with Senior Staff on connections, thank-you initiatives, and discipleship with top financial leaders.
* Coach and equip staff and volunteers who speak publicly about giving and stewardship.
* Educate and provide resources for all staff on the principles of stewardship.
* Communicate processes for contributing marketable securities to stock donors.
* Engage and communicate with first-time financial contributors to ensure clarity and support.
* Promote, educate, and facilitate planned giving opportunities, including gifts through wills, trusts, and other vehicles.
* Assist in the development of an endowment fund, should the church decide to establish one.
* Reporting & Systems Management
** Continually evaluate and improve online and app giving platforms.
* Prepare regular giver and giving trend reports for leadership to support strategic decision-making.
** Experience & Skills
** This role can be filled by either a pastor with a focus on stewardship or a Christian fundraising professional capable of addressing giving from a discipleship perspective.
* Pastoral experience with demonstrated impact on stewardship
** OR
* * experience as a major gift officer or other fundraising professional with the ability to address stewardship as a matter of discipleship.
* AFP membership desired; CFRE certification preferred.
* Solid foundation of Christian faith, with the ability to address giving consistent with biblical principles of stewardship.
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Philanthropy, Ministry, or related field preferred.
* Minimum 3–5 years of experience in church or nonprofit stewardship, development, or donor engagement.
* Experience building relationships with high-capacity donors and church leadership.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office and church management software.
* Familiarity with online and app giving platforms.
* Strong pastoral care, communication, and relational skills.
* Ability to develop, implement, and communicate stewardship strategies.
* Demonstrated integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
* Collaborative mindset and ability to partner with staff and leadership.
** Additional Requirements
*** Attend weekly campus and/or ministry staff meetings.
* Attend monthly All-Staff meetings.
* Affirm the Statement of Faith and theological alignment with The Compass Church and the Evangelical Free Church of America.
* Attend The Compass Church weekend worship services regularly.
* Be a member, or become a member, of The Compass Church within 12 months of employment (spouse included if married).
* Maintain working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
* Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to perform other duties as assigned.