What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant for Discipleship and Leadership Formation position at Church of the Brethren?
The Church of the Brethren is seeking an Administrative Assistant for Discipleship and Leadership Formation. This full-time salaried position is located at the General Offices in Elgin, Illinois, and reports to the Executive Director of Discipleship and Leadership Formation.
The major responsibility is to enhance and support the ministries of Discipleship and Leadership Formation through administration of a variety of tasks and projects assigned by the Executive Director.
Skills and knowledge required:
- Bilingual- English and Spanish is preferred.
- Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
- Skilled in Windows-based computer systems (currently Windows 11) and applications, particularly Outlook, Word, Access, Excel, Explorer, and Publisher, with the capability and willingness to learn new software applications.
- Ability to problem solve; good judgment in prioritizing tasks; and ability to work independently.
- Knowledge of financial processes.
- Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to communicate effectively with multiple agencies and constituencies and deal gracefully with the public.
- Able to work with minimum supervision, self-starter, readily adaptable to change, works well in a multi-dimensional program.
- Excellent organizational skills, i.e., ability to work with details, complex assignments, and simultaneous tasks.
- Ability to work with established style guides and an eye for print and image design.
- Appreciation for the role of congregations and their leaders in the life of the church, perspective on the church’s role in mission, and an awareness of the Church of the Brethren’s values.
- Sensitivity to other cultures, and an understanding of organizational development and capacity building.
- Ability to work as part of a diverse team.
Experience: 3-5 years of administrative assistant experience with preference in a not-for-profit environment.
The Church of the Brethren is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Education Bachelor’s Degree or other education relevant to the position.
Applications will be received beginning immediately and will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000