JOB OPENING FOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

First United Methodist Church of Crawfordsville has an opening for a part-time Administrative Assistant.

About Us

The Mission of First United Methodist Church is to "Go, make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world." We are seeking an individual to provide our church with an office environment of professionalism and humility by greeting people with an attitude of love and compassion while meeting their neeeds with a positve Christian attitude.

Job Summary

The Administrative Assistant works closely with all church personnel and committees to assist with clerical functions, greeting visitors, facilitating church communication, maintaining accurate records and files, keeping the church calendar, other clerical functions, and working closely with the Finance Committee and Treasurer to handle all financial aspects for the church.

Key Responsibilties

• Church communication via email, monthly newsletter, weekly email posts, meeting minutes, and answering phones
• Keep church website, social media and other outward facing communication up-to-date
• Prepare weekly worship service bulletin
• Prepare Pro Presenter for the weekly worship service
• Maintain all church files
• Handle correspondence for annual Stewardship Campaign
• Assist UWF and Wesley Thrift Shop with various office support
• Maintain and order office, custodial and maintenance supplies as needed or requested
• Attend monthly Church Council and Staff Meetings
• Provide administrative support to Rainbows & Rhymes Preschool as needed
• Under the guidance of the Treasurer and Finance Committee Chair, pay all bills weekly and prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the church and the Conference
• Process payroll for the church and Rainbows & Rhymes staff
• Record all membership contributions, create semi-annual and annual reports
• Complete month end processing of the accounting module and run reports
• Act as system administrator for the church computer system, trouble shooting, etc.
• Other clerical or financial responsibilities as required for the church to fulfill its mission

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years of proven Administrative Assistant experience or the equivelant
• General knowledge of office software, i.e. Excel, Word, Power Point, Google Workspace
• General knowledge of business and financial concepts
• Must pass a background check & drug screen

If you are interested in this position, please send your resume and a brief cover letter to dkeller@cvfumc.org no later than May 22nd.