Executive Assistant to the Senior Pastor

The Point is hiring an Executive Assistant to the Senior Pastor. This position is responsible for assisting in a setting that requires the ability to handle a range of tasks under pressure in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and exercises good judgment in a variety of situations.

The candidacy and interview process will be conducted by a team or individual leading the job fulfillment process. To be considered for the position read through the summary below and if interested, click “Apply for this job.” We will follow up with those we believe may be a good fit for the position. For additional questions, please visit our website at The Point. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Administrative experience in a professional environment is required
• Prior executive assistant with church experience highly desirable
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including (but not limited to) Word & Excel
• Professional experience exercising excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the use of Social Media
• Knowledge of administrative principles and best practices
• Must have a proven track record of being able to coordinate with high-capacity leaders and guests, exercising a high-level of professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, and relational strengths

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide sophisticated calendar management for the Senior Pastor
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the Senior Pastor
• Anticipate and be proactive with what the Senior Pastor requires to be properly prepared for leadership activities and responsibilities
• Work closely with the Senior Pastor to keep him well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately
• Provide a "gateway" role, providing a bridge for smooth communication between the Senior Staff and constituencies
• Manage large projects and provide supporting research to the Senior Pastor
• Complete a broad variety of administrative tasks that facilitate the Senior Pastor's ability to effectively lead the organization
• Provide executive-level support for the Senior Pastor, including general and administrative duties
• Represent The Point to external organizations, churches, and vendors
• Host guests as needed
• Demonstrate proactive care and concern and anticipate needs for those they work closely with
• Bring care and/or staff needs to the Senior Pastor
• Other duties as assigned

ATTRIBUTES OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Competent, task and detail-oriented individual with the propensity for process improvement and "getting the job done"
• Adjusts very quickly to changes without getting overwhelmed
• Thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven, discrete, and high-accountability work environment
• Plans and organizes in advance
• Makes sound, critical decisions under pressure
• Able to self-evaluate, seek and respond to constructive feedback, and maintain self-awareness
• Comfortable providing respectful, thoughtful, and timely feedback to team members, fostering collaboration and driving continuous improvement in church operations
• Is relationally warm and encouraging to staff, leaders, and volunteers
• Proven trustworthiness in character by demonstrating strict confidentiality and integrity
• Understands the relational complexity of church leadership

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

• Full-Time, Salaried
• Sunday – Thursday, or as required

WORK LOCATION

• Charlottesville, VA (or surrounding area)