Administration Job Description

Job Description: Part-Time Administrative Assistant
Job Title: Part-Time Administrative Assistant
Reports To: Rector
Location: The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, Terrell, Tx
Hours: 20 hours per week; M-Thurs. (or, M-F)
Compensation: $20 per hour

Position Summary
The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, a budding parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas, seeks a reliable and organized Administrative Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of the church office. This part-time position plays a vital role in the communication, coordination, and hospitality ministries of the parish. The ideal candidate is professional, personable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a faith-based environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact in the church office (phone, email, in-person)
• Prepare and distribute weekly service bulletins and church communications
• Maintain parish calendar, schedule meetings and building use, and assist with event coordination
• Manage and update parish records, including baptisms, weddings, funerals, and membership information
• Provide administrative support to the rector, vestry, and ministry leaders
• Monitor office supplies and coordinate maintenance of office equipment
• Direct financial processes such as accounts payable, accounts received, and payroll
• Ensure sensitive information is handled confidentially and securely

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (college coursework preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and/or Google

Workspace

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Comfortable learning or using church management and accounting software (Realm and Paychex)
• Respect for confidentiality and professionalism in a church setting
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Familiarity with liturgical worship (Episcopal or mainline Protestant) is a plus

Working Conditions

• On-site work required at the church office during scheduled hours
• Occasional lifting or carrying of office or bulletin materials (up to 20–25 lbs)
• Flexible scheduling may be available with mutual agreement

How to Apply
To apply, please send a résumé and a brief cover letter to ihyde@goodshepherdterrell.org, or deliver them to the church office at 205
West Brin Street Terrell, Tx 75160. Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled.