Office Administrator

Job Title: Office Administrator

• The office Administrator is the initial point of contact for church operations, playing a vital role in keeping daily operations running through booking events, coordinating volunteers, and directing people to information.

Primary Responsibilities

• Schedule groups for building use, serving as contact person for all events
• Maintain church calendar of events with room assignments, coordinating with event contacts and church Facility Manager regarding setup needs
• Maintain church database, ensuring accurate and up-to-date member information
• Answer phones and emails and respond to walk-in visitors during office hours
• Help prepare communications for distribution including bulletins, emails, and mailings
• Work with pastoral staff and Graphic Designer to maintain an up-to-date webpage
• Communicate with Serve Team Leads to share information about volunteer needs
• Perform other general office duties such as ordering office supplies, maintaining copy machine, etc.

Skills, Experience, and Disposition

• Be a self-starter capable of staying organized and prioritizing workload
• Demonstrate proficiency with email & Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Possess the ability to learn new systems
• Possess Christ-centered, joy-filled passion for ministry
• Commit to always reflect in the best possible light West Des Moines Christian Church, its staff, and the mission, vision & values of the congregation
• Previous business or administrative experience preferred

Position Details

• Hourly, 30+ hours
• Required presence during the church's weekday operating hours (Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; Friday 9:00 am - noon)
• Continuing education in your area of ministry (minimum of 5 hours/year) (*approved expenses covered by the church)
• Pay range: $20/hr - $23/hr

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Administrative: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person