Office Administrator

POSITION OPENS

JUNE 29, 2026 POSITION SUMMARY The Office Administrator serves 25-30 hours each week during daytime business hours with a pay range of $24-$27/hour, providing 1) Leadership Support to the pastor, staff, and council, 2) Administration of the church's office and facilities, calendar, and communications, and 3) Financial Accounting of the church's expenditures. The Office Administrator will work closely with the Lead Pastor to ensure an appropriate and sustainable work schedule. The Office Administrator will also fully support the mission and vision of First Covenant Church and maintain a personal life that is in harmony with its values.

RESPONSIBILITIES LEADERSHIP SUPPORT

Support the Lead Pastor, staff, and ministry leaders with any assigned tasks consistent with this job description with joy and appropriate urgency. Provide reception answering questions and directing to appropriate parties with courtesy and professionalism. Assist with basic communications for various church systems with consistency and reliability.

ADMINISTRATION

Administer the church's calendar, database, and official records with attention to detail. Manage the office budget, environment, equipment and software with pride and diligence including appearance, organization, and maintenance. Administer general church communications (weekly bulletin, email, promotional materials, etc.) and the quarterly volunteer schedule for Sunday mornings with care and thoughtfulness. Provide and manage registrations for groups and events with expediency.

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

Manage expenses (QuickBooks) and other financial receiving and accounting needs with accuracy and integrity. Serve on and coordinate with others on the Finance Committee (meets quarterly) for the wise and transparent stewardship of financial protocols and records.

QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE

Experience working with digital and online administrative tools is required. Experience working in an administrative and financial capacity is required. Experience serving or working in the church in some prior capacity is preferred.

QUALITIES

Ongoing desire to grow in personal Christian faith. Self-starter with initiative, and a strong dependable work ethic. Positive attitude that motivates and encourages others. Healthy emotional and relational intelligence as a collaborative team player. Willingness to learn.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Knowledge of basic financial accounting. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Good computer skills and ability to learn new computer skills. Good organizational and problem-solving skills. Good relationship-building and customer service skills. Ability to make independent decisions and work with minimal supervision. Ability to learn and remember people's names and roles. Ability to seek out and learn new skills as needed.

Pay:

$24.00 - $27.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person