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Administrator

Waypoint United Methodist Church
Waynesville, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/22/2025

Waypoint is a thriving, community-centered intergenerational church in search of its next Administrator to partner with the Lead Pastor in their role as Executive Officer. This position calls for excellence, adaptability, and a strong focus on process, details, and organization.

Description

HOURS: 16-18 hours/week, Mon-Thur (Sunday mornings preferred but negotiable)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The responsibilities of the Administrator include, but are not limited to:

Administration
  • Manage daily church office operations, ensuring a well-organized, well-supplied, and supportive work environment.
  • Oversee church management software and related systems, providing basic IT support to staff.
  • Handle phone calls, emails, mail, filing, and administrative support for pastors and staff.
  • Implement and uphold church policies, procedures, and operational guidelines.
  • Coordinate service contracts (e.g., food, janitorial, copier, HR).
  • Order office and cleaning supplies with proper approvals.
  • Assist the Lead Pastor with Governing Board-related tasks as requested.
  • Support the Lead Pastor with annual reporting as requested.
  • Attend applicable meetings as outlined by the Lead Pastor.

Financial Management
  • Support the Lead Pastor with budget planning, implementation, and monitoring.
  • Ensure financial practices align with proper standards and tax compliance.
  • Oversee financial systems, ledgers, and the chart of accounts.
  • Process payables accurately and on time, including reimbursements and apportionments.
  • Ensure vendor W-9s and Certificates of Insurance are on file before issuing payments.
  • Reconcile bank accounts and track all funds, including designated gifts.
  • Maintain healthy cash flow, monitor bank balances, and plan for major expenses.
  • Submit weekly payables for approval and recommend fund transfers as needed.
  • Manage bank signature cards and serve as liaison for banking matters.
  • Encourage financial stewardship and a culture of generosity.

Human Resource Administration
  • Serve as the HR lead in collaboration with the Lead Pastor.
  • Ensure compliance with labor laws, OSHA, and organizational policies.
  • Maintain complete and current personnel records, including onboarding, exits, and legal documentation.
  • Process payroll, track hours/PTO, and implement approved pay changes.
  • Keep job descriptions and employee handbooks up to date.
  • Support hiring, onboarding, and training processes.
  • Verify staff certifications and credentials are current.
  • Ensure all staff and volunteers complete Safe Gatherings training and background checks.

Facilities Management
  • Serve as the primary contact for all facility and project management needs.
  • Coordinate timely repairs, maintenance, and annual inspections (e.g., fire, backflow).
  • Oversee volunteer teams to ensure proper upkeep of buildings and grounds.
  • Ensure contractor agreements are approved and COIs are on file before work begins.
  • Manage facility-use requests and key distribution logs.
  • Oversee the use of church property and equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS
To fulfill the expectations of the role, the Director of Community Life & Spiritual Formation should demonstrate the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Proven experience utilizing administrative and organizational skills
  • Experience in a church ministry setting is highly desired
  • Understanding of HR management principles and applicable labor laws
  • Basic knowledge of finance and accounting principles

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and active listening skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively, give and receive feedback, and lead with integrity
  • Capable of independent decision-making, problem-solving, and anticipating needs
  • Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and committed to continuous learning
  • Culturally sensitive with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Willingness to develop or apply supervisory and leadership skills
  • Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates ethical, accountable behavior


PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Displays optimism, respect, flexibility, and patience
  • Creates a trusting, supportive environment through clear, direct communication
  • Committed to confidentiality, integrity, and biblical stewardship
  • Passionate about supporting the mission of “leading people to love and live like Jesus.”
  • Uphold and embody Waypoint’s core value.
  • Adheres to church policies, The Book of Discipline, and completes all required trainings (Safe Gatherings, Implicit Bias)
  • Pursues ongoing personal and professional growth

PROJECTED HIRING SCHEDULE
Post Date: April 21
Interviews: May 12-16, June 2-5
Start Range State: June 2-9

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