Job Description
Position - Administrative Assistant The Administrative Assistant at First UMC is the first face/voice of the church and uses flexibility and positivity to help the pastor(s) organize and complete the activities of the church.Reports to:Pastor Responsibilities:ADMINISTRATION 1.Prepare and/or print church publications such as:bulletins, announcements, enews, directories, mailings, etc. 2 hours est. 2.Keep church calendar updated and send communications to appropriate parties.Communication includes reminders about room usage, notifying the pastor and affected parties of any room usage conflicts, and ensuring that room setup is communicated to the custodian/community service coordinator. 1 hour 3.Update the website and Facebook page 30 min. 4.Weekly database maintenance 15-30 min. 5.Other duties 30 min+ - Secure and electronically file church records and meeting minutes. Collect and distribute mail for the church. Greet visitors to the church office. Keep office area tidy.VALUES Respect and maintain confidentiality.When called upon, be responsive in emergencies.Be publicly supportive of the pastoral goals, vision, responsibilities, ministry, and operation of the church.Be capable, trustworthy, caring, and inspire confidence and goodwill among others.Be professional, respectful and courteous.Maintain good personal and professional boundaries.Education:HS Diploma.Some college or college degree strongly preferred.Strengths:Strong editing skills, MS Word (and Mail Merge), Gmail (or MS Outlook), Google (Calendar), Facebook, and database experience (any) Willingness to learn:Google Calendar, Excel, Wix (website hosting/design), Flocknote (email design and database), postage meter, copier/printer, and paper cutter.Compensation:$20/hr.Hours:5-8 per week.One day with maximum two days per week.Setting the day of the week is flexible to the applicant's schedule but once set, should be honored each week.Preferred day(s) Wed, Thur, or Friday.Please note that this is an in-person position.Remote work is not possible.All accommodations honored.We are an equal opportunity employer.Hiring Timeline (all dates flexible and may change at any time):Applications received until Feb.16th.First communication Feb.18th.Zoom interviews through Feb.20th.Selection date Feb.21-22nd.Offer Feb.23rd.Job Type:Part-time Pay:$20.00 - $20.25 per hour People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Ability to Commute:Lombard, IL 60148 (Required) Work Location:In person.