President - Muskegon Rescue Mission

 

President

Muskegon Rescue Mission | Muskegon, Michigan

Position Overview

Muskegon Rescue Mission is seeking a Christ-centered, relational, and strategic leader to serve as its next President. This individual will build on a strong foundation of gospel-centered ministry, community trust, and faithful service while helping shape the future of one of West Michigan’s most respected ministries.

The President serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Mission, providing spiritual, strategic,
operational, and financial leadership. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President will lead a dedicated team, steward key donor and community relationships, provide visible spiritual leadership, and serve as the primary ambassador of the Mission.

This role is ideal for a leader who combines strong faith, organizational leadership, and a genuine heart for the men, women, and children the Mission serves.

The Ideal Candidate Is:

● 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.

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 ministriespreferred.
● 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 role of President serves at the pleasure of the Board and may from time to time be given additional responsibilities or duties as deemed necessary.

To Apply
Please submit a resume and cover letter (Attn. Dana Umlor) outlining one's leadership experience, ministry involvement, and interest in serving as President of Muskegon Rescue Mission.

Cover letters and resumes will be accepted until July 17, 2026.  

Join a mission dedicated to demonstrating the love of Jesus Christ through rescue, restoration, and transformation while leading its next chapter of ministry impact and growth.