Now hiring: receptionist

Classifications: full-time, non-exempt

Hours: 30 -35 hours per week; approx.. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, and 8a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Sunday

Hourly rate: $ 17.00-$ 18.00

Supervisor: Kim Gale

WHO WE ARE

We seek to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. The vision of FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BLOOMINGTON is to change the world through a Christ-centered church that is open to all, a safe place to grow, and a servant community.

FUNCTION

To provide administrative assistance in the church office, and work with the Church Administrator. To provide office help, volunteer coordination, development of procedures, and secretarial services to the senior pastor.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

The receptionist reports to and will be reviewed by the Church Administrator, and the Staff-Parish Relations Committee. This position interacts with church leadership, congregants, volunteers, and other staff members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES SHALL INCLUDE:

 Become proficient in church-wide database (Shelby membership) and other permanent records.

·         Maintain and coordinate church schedules, vacation, and web calendar.

·         Prepare the staff calendar and the weekly prayers & concerns to share at our Tuesday staff meetings.

·         Update data in Shelby Next as needed – phone numbers, emails, addresses. Quite often this information comes from the Connection Cards on Sunday. Order flowers for the altar when requested.

·         Work at the atrium desk as needed. Greet congregants on Sundays.

·         Record attendance for worship and Sunday adult classes.

·         Monitor emails to scheduling@fumcb.org.

·         Add items to the Shelby Next and staff calendars as needed.

·         Copy/print materials for meetings and mailings

·         Work with staff and volunteers to do mailings.

·         Generate all necessary reports for charge conference and year-end reporting.

·         Follow through on items from staff meetings, phone calls, and correspondence.

·         Order supplies and equipment

·         Take initiative to (re)structure and (re)organize all areas of the office.

·         Be an advocate in working with committees in the life of the church.

·         Organize tasks, design and implement appropriate office procedures.

·         Maintain office, office equipment, and arrange for needed services.

·         Train and schedule volunteers

·         Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES – Eligibility for this position requires that the person have already demonstrated the following:

·         Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office (e.g. Word, Excel, Publisher)

·         Familiarity with church programs and policies

·         Provide Christian hospitality and a professional image to the community at large

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

·         Bachelor’s degree preferred.

·         Two-year associate degree required.

·         Previous experience in a church or similar setting preferred.