Administrative Asistant
About Us
Bishop Janes United Methodist Church is a welcoming congregation that believes in building meaningful connections within our community. We work to create a nurturing environment where people can experience love, grow spiritually, and find support in all of life's journeys. Our church strives to make a positive difference in our neighborhood and beyond through compassion and inclusion. We are seeking a friendly, organized person with good administrative skills to join our team. The ideal candidate has a warm, outgoing personality and is comfortable working in a Christian environment. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys connecting with people and helping support our church's community presence.
Position Overview
We are looking for an organized, friendly Church Administrative Assistant to help with our church operations and communications. This part-time position (10-12 hours weekly) plays an important role in supporting our Pastor and managing office functions.
Location:
This is an on-site position at our church office in Basking Ridge, NJ. Schedule ● 10-12 hours per week initially, typically distributed across 3 weekday mornings ● Potential for increased hours as ministry needs grow ● Additional compensated hours may be available during busy church seasons (Advent/Christmas, Lent/Easter)
Key Responsibilities
Administrative Support
- Receive and screen calls, visitors, and correspondence for the Pastor
- Respond to emails and inquiries when the Pastor is away
- Prepare materials for worship services, weddings, funerals, and special events
- Maintain church records and files
- Prepare annual reports and documentation Office Management
- Manage the church calendar and facility scheduling
- Maintain an organized, welcoming church office environment
- Process incoming communications (phone, mail, email)
- Update the church directory as needed
- Order and manage office supplies within budget
- Process bi-monthly payroll submissions to Paychex Communications
- Coordinate basic church communications
- Update the church's Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube accounts
- Submit announcements to local media outlets
- Update the church sign as needed
- Distribute communications to the congregation
Qualifications
- High School diploma required
- Administrative experience preferred
- Proficiency with Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Drive) required
- Basic familiarity with graphic design tools such as Canva
- Comfort with using social media platforms
- Basic experience with payroll processing or willingness to learn
- Familiarity with AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or AI-powered design tools) a plus
- Good communication abilities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Good organizational skills
- Friendly, helpful demeanor
- Must be comfortable working in a Christian environment
- Must pass background check and complete Safe Sanctuaries training
Compensation & Benefits
- $20.00-$22.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
- Paid sick leave in accordance with NJ state law
- Unpaid time off: 2 weeks vacation plus 5 personal days annually