Church Secretary

• Welcomes visitors, addresses questions, and assists them with any problems.
• Answers telephone and directs calls received in church office.
• Assists with weekly accounting duties
• Completes clerical tasks as necessary, including typing, filing, and copying.
• Reads and responds to all received correspondence.
• Refers visitors and parishioners to pastors or other administrators when necessary.
• Assists in planning church events.
• Creates, updates, and helps distribute church event calendar.
• Distributes mail that is delivered to parish office to the proper employees.
• Acts as liaison to other volunteer organizations and church-affiliated committees.
• Maintains all church records, such as information regarding baptisms and marriages.
• Schedules meetings for church office employees.
• Assists in writing, editing, printing, and distributing the weekly church bulletin.
• Arranges details for weddings, funerals, baptisms, and any other events that require the use of the church itself.
• Assists and coordinates church volunteers
• Maintains the in-office calendar and keeps staff up-to-date on upcoming meetings and events.
• Supports accounting personnel when unavailable in preparing payroll information, distributing checks, and maintaining office financial records.
• Responsible for church mailings.
• Orders office supplies when necessary.
• Keeps office clean and orderly.
• Other duties assigned.

Summary

As a Church Secretary, you will be integral to the smooth operation of the church, providing essential administrative support and ensuring effective communication within the congregation. Reporting to the church leadership, you will utilize core skills in clerical work, customer service, and organizational tasks to manage office duties, handle multi-line phone systems, and assist with calendar management. Your proficiency in Microsoft Office, along with your ability to maintain confidentiality and foster a welcoming environment, will be vital in supporting the church's mission and enhancing community engagement.

Qualifications

• Proficient in computer skills and office management
• Strong clerical and administrative experience
• Excellent customer service and phone etiquette
• Familiarity with multi-line phone systems
• Competent in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience with data entry, filing, and calendar management

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19