Administrative Assistant

About us

Living Word Family Church is a vibrant, growing church in Raleigh NC. We are called to impact our world with the love and message of Jesus Christ, Everyone, Everyday, Everywhere. To apply, you must be committed to making Living Word your church home, the place where you worship and serve. Our mission is to make disciples and strengthen families by creating an atmosphere where people feel they belong, can shape their beliefs, and can become who God has called them to be.

Job Description

ROLE TITLE: Administrative Assistant for Senior Pastor

REPORTS TO: Senior Pastor

REQUIREMENTS:

Typical weekly hours -Sunday-Thursday. (Hours may fluctuate)

• Sunday 6 hrs
• Monday 8 hrs
• Tuesday 8 hrs
• Wednesday 8 hrs
• Thursday 8 hrs
• Evenings/Weekends 2-4 hrs

With some exceptions, evenings/weekends are limited to 2 nights a week at most. Evening hours include but are not limited to:

• Evening Film Meetings & Trainings
• 1st Wednesday 6-9pm
• Evening Leadership Meetings
• Evening Church Wide Events

*Filming weeks will be 12-14 hours per day.

PURPOSE:

The Assistant to the Senior Pastor is responsible for supporting the Senior Pastor in various aspects of ministry. This role involves being available during church services, handling administrative tasks, and assisting with the smooth running of church operations. The ideal candidate is adaptable, organized, and possesses a heart for service.

Seeing that the Senior Pastor is also a Film Producer, this position would also have the role of the Assistant to the Film Producer in Living Word Studios.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Highly Detail-Oriented: Able to keep up with details of numerous projects and tasks.
• Excellent Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with church staff and members.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to think on your feet and solve issues as they arise.
• Adaptability: Willingness to adapt to changing needs and tasks as the ministry evolves.
• Positive Attitude: Approach all tasks with a can-do attitude and a spirit of service.
• Heart for Ministry: A passion for serving the church and supporting the Senior Pastor's vision.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Service Support: Be present during church services to assist the Senior Pastor with any needs that may arise, helping to manage details and logistics. This includes setting up, supporting volunteers, and ensuring everything is ready for the service.
• Weekday Task Management: Execute tasks assigned by the Senior Pastor with excellence, timeliness, and a positive attitude. Tasks will include but are not limited to such things as
• Assist in the day-to-day administrative tasks
• Setting up for, and taking minutes at meetings
• Tech support and implementation
• Film Studio data entry and spreadsheet management.
• Loyalty and Discretion: Maintain confidentiality and loyalty to the Senior Pastor, understanding the sensitive nature of church operations and leadership.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other church staff and volunteers, fostering a spirit of teamwork and cooperation.
• Propose Ideas and Solutions: Be proactive in identifying and addressing issues that may affect church services or operations and suggest solutions.
• Finger on the Pulse: Help keep the Senior Pastor's finger on the pulse of what is happening in the ministry.

Whatever it Takes: Be willing to do whatever it takes to help accomplish the mission and vision of the church.

All positions at Living Word Family Church require regular, in person, attendance of the Sunday Worship service. Additionally, attendance at the weekly All Staff Meeting is required for all employees.

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

ALL CANDIDATES WILL BE SENT A SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION FORM AFTER RESUME IS SUBMITTED. PLEASE COMPLETE AS SOON AS YOU CAN FOR FULL CONSIDERATION

Job Type: Full-time

Projected Total Compensation: $ $24.04 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person