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Longview Community Ministries, Inc.
506 N. Second Street, P.O. Box 1023
Longview, Texas
Executive Director
Job Description
Position Objective
To maintain smooth operation of the many facets of Longview Community Ministries (LCM) in order to accomplish the LCM mission of “cooperative acts of service,” to relieve hunger, suffering, or educate in basic life skills the less fortunate citizens of our community.
Organizational Relationships
Reports to: Longview Community Ministries Board of Directors (BOD)
Works cooperatively with: LCM Staff and Community of Faith leaders in Longview. Also cooperates with government service entities as needed.
Collaborates with other area nonprofit agencies.
Hours
Approximately 32 flexible hours per week, Monday through Friday plus evening and weekend events as needed.
General Statement of Duties
Community Networking, Publicity, Fundraising
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Secure speaking opportunities and schedule vendor/info table representation for LCM to businesses, churches, contributor groups, community and civic meetings, and community events. (Some examples might include Lions Club, Pilot Club, United Way, Rotary Clubs, etc.)
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Oversee LCM fundraising events such as Touch a Truck, etc.
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Work with BOD in soliciting additional fundraising ideas and programs.
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Ensure LCM’s participation in United Way Campaign and events throughout the year.
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Work cooperatively with other agencies in the community to better benefit LCM programs and client services.
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Work with Program Manager (PM), other staff, and BOD committees to market LCM to community and churches via print, electronic and digital media (e.g., brochures, radio, Facebook, website, etc.)
Financial Responsibilities
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Enter all disbursements and receipts into current accounting software for non-profits.
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Prepare monthly financial reports for BOD and program committees.
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Prepare all financial reports and documents as needed.
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Prepare and provide all requested documents for the annual external audit or financial review.
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Research and prepare the annual operating budget for BOD review and approval.
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Complete and submit reports as required for grantors, e.g., United Way, Gregg Co Health Dept., etc.
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Handle insurance issues and proposals, with assistance as needed from the BOD.
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Ensure necessary quarterly and yearly IRS documents are prepared and submitted.
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Produce payroll checks and submit payroll liabilities per schedule in accounting software and direct deposits.
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Reconcile all bank accounts monthly.
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Approve all expenditures over $100 or any non-recurring expenses prior to payment by Service Center Director (SCD).
Grants
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Prepare all grant applications and re-certifications for submission to major funding sources. (i.e., United Way, East Texas Food Bank, etc.)
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Work with PM to seek, research, and write new grants.
Staff Supervision
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The ED has sole authority to hire, discipline, and terminate all non-ED staff.
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Supervise Service Center Director, Program Manager, Director of Food Services, Assistant Director of Food Services, Meals With Love Coordinator, Information Systems Manager, Dental Coordinator or whatever current job positions and titles may exist.
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Work with staff to recruit and train new volunteers as needed. Ensure annual training for volunteers in the Service Center and Food Box.
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With assistance of SCD, update any forms needed for intake and information at the Service Center.
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Collaborate with SCD regarding client guidelines and services.
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Provide and track staff holidays and maintain staff attendance records.
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Advise and supervise all staff members on daily tasks as needed.
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Conduct quarterly staff meetings and annual staff evaluations.
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Prepare growth plans for underperforming staff when needed.
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Work with staff to identify and pursue appropriate staff training/education opportunities.
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Work with PM and appropriate BOD committees to maintain regular communication with churches.
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Create and define new staff positions and responsibilities as necessary for maintaining agency mission. A courtesy notification to BOD within one business day of staff position changes is required. New paid staff positions require LCMBOD approval if it exceeds approved payroll allocation for the fiscal year. Staff position changes include any significant modifications of titles or duties among existing paid staff, and firing of staff, but not including new hires.
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ED must perform all SCD job duties in their absence.
Board of Directors
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Serve as ex-officio member of the BOD, attending monthly meetings and preparing Executive Director’s Report to the BOD.
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Assist the BOD in maintaining focus of LCM mission as well as governing policies.
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Attend Executive Committee meetings to collaboratively set monthly BOD meeting agenda.
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Attend LCM Standing Committee meetings, as needed: Development/Volunteer, Marketing/Communications/Publicity, Church Relations, or whatever current committees may exist.
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With BOD officers’ assistance, orient new board members as to LCM mission, programs and financial oversight.
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Propose program additions, deletions, changes, and major restructuring to BOD for final approval.
Property
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Bring capital requests, facility repairs, and maintenance issues (greater than $1000) to the attention of BOD Executive Board for collaborative discussion.
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Address space issues as necessary in effort to provide smooth operation of LCM programs.
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Communicate facility needs to community sources to seek gifts (cash or in-kind) to meet needs.
Other
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Establish (often collaboratively with other staff and with input from BOD, if desired) policies and procedures for all aspects of LCM operations.
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Administer other responsibilities that may arise related to the smooth operation and communication of LCM programs, events and mission.
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Monitor the security and safety of staff and volunteers during operating hours.
Physical & Environmental Conditions
Longview Community Ministries has AC/Heating for the comfort of the staff. However, outdoor conditions may be a part of meeting with congregations or community events and activities.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training
Education must be a minimum of bachelor’s degree with administrative or human resource certification helpful OR minimum of five years in administration of a non-profit organization. Skills ideally should include the following: social work experience, training in communications and accounting, organizing, and motivating of people, proficiency in technology for communication and finance. On a personal level, patience and flexibility for supervising staff and volunteers and a commitment to work with clients without judgment of their life choices must be present.
Interested candidates should submit resume to kbuckrell@lcmserves.org
Our Vision
Our vision is to improve the quality of life of people in our community by providing resources to help meet today's needs and by giving a helping hand to move from dependence to higher levels of life independence- all services provided within a welcoming environment with respect for every person.
Our Services

Food Services
We provide supplemental food once monthly to those in need. Food box recipients who are able to cook in their home will be provided a box with miscellaneous can goods, baked goods, vegetables, various meat, and other extras we have available. Those who are unsheltered qualify for snack packs that include easy open, no cooking required food products.
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Meals With Love
In 2018, Longview Community Ministries partnered with Newgate Mission, and Meals With Love was born from a desire to provide fresh, hot, quality meals, and we have not looked back. Meals With Love is more than a nutritious meal... Regular social contact and interaction. Nutritious meals without the worry to cook, and less concern about the ability to maintain independence.
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Service Center
The Service Center meets many needs, including rent, mortgage, electricity, water, gas, and prescription assistance, birth certificate, social security acquisition, monthly dental clinic, work boots, non-skid shoes, educational life and job skill classes. During peak summer and winter months, we provide fans and heaters to those who qualify.
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Our Value Statement
Our staff and volunteers seek to serve with love in our community with each STRIDE:
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​Selflessness: To seek first and always to serve the good of the client.
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Teamwork: To work each day in mutual service to all parties.
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Respect: To treat all parties as unique and valuable individuals.
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Integrity: To be open and fair in all our dealings with every person.
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Dedication: To serve with passion and loyalty, recognizing the inherent life-giving benefits of our individual works of service.
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Empathy: To seek an understanding of the challenges faced by the clients and to respond with loving patience.
Our 2024 Impact
54,658
Food Containers Provided
11,808
Meals With Love Delivered
681
Service Center Assists

Drop-off donations of food and everyday essentials (toiletries, razors, lotion, socks, etc.) are encouraged and accepted M-F 9a-12:30p.
Other arrangements can be made by calling Daniel Burroughs at 903.753.3561 ext. 207
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Contact Us
Contact Us
Location
506 N. Second St.
Longview, Texas 75601
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Mailing Address:
Longview Community Ministries
PO Box 1023
Longview, TX 75606
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Tel: 903-753-3561
Fax: 903-753-0515