Children's Ministry Administrative Assistant

Job Description:

Provide administrative and clerical support to our Elementary Ministries at Emmanuel

Community Church by assisting in daily office needs and managing the general

administrative tasks under the direction of the Pastor of Elementary Ministries

Ensure the efficient and smooth day-to-day operation of the elementary ministries

Become proficient with Planning Center Online (database) and Dropbox

Organize, print, and distribute the elementary curriculum

Oversee volunteer background checks and conduct reference phone calls

Create online events and manage registrations

Edit and proofread ministry documents

Develop and maintain filing systems (physical and digital)

Carry out administrative duties such as copying, binding, laminating, etc

Assist in the planning and execution of special events and activities such as VBS, Easter/

Christmas services, Children’s Baptism, etc.

Maintain a high level of confidentiality, integrity, and grace when working with staff

members

Perform other ministry tasks as assigned by the Pastor of Elementary Ministries

Assist with weekend and Midweek elementary teachings and volunteer needs

Partner in volunteer recruitment alongside the Pastor of Elementary Ministries

Implement and follow Emmanuel Community’s safety and security policies and

procedures

Schedule Expectations:

Up to 40 hours per week

Wednesday evenings: 5:30-8:30pm

One Saturday service per month: 5:00-7:30pm

Sundays: 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Mondays are a remote work day

Thursdays are half-days

Fridays are scheduled days off

Flexibility to assist with special church-wide events

Personal Qualifications and Expectations:

Spiritual Gifts : administration, helps, service, teaching, leadership

Strengths : technologically proficient, detail-oriented, organized, self-motivated, disciplined, and positive

Demonstrates a g rowing relationship with Jesus Christ evidenced by action, attitude, and behavior

Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work

Attention to detail and problem solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task

Knowledge of office management systems and procedures

Proficiency with Apple software (Pages)

Requirements/Experience:

Exhibits a mature, personal, and growing relationship with Jesus Christ

Agrees fully with the United Brethren doctrinal statement

Four -year Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required

Children’s Ministry experience preferred but not required

Administrative experience preferred

Emmanuel Community Church membership will be required