Class: Exempt (Full time/Salaried)
Reports to: Lead Pastor

The Executive Assistant will provide high-level administrative support to the Lead Pastor and the designated Ministry Director(s).

OVERVIEW OF ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Provides high-level administrative support and assistance to the Lead Pastor. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Performing clerical and administrative tasks including drafting letters, copying sermon notes, preparing memos, reports, expense reports and other documents.
• Arranging travel and accommodations, as needed.
• Scheduling/attending meetings on the Lead Pastor’s behalf as needed, taking notes and recording minutes.
• Receiving incoming communication on behalf of the Lead Pastor, reviewing contents, determining importance, and summarizing/distributing contents to the appropriate team members.
• Provides leadership to build relationships crucial to the success of the organization, and manages a variety of special projects for the Lead Pastor, some of which may have organizational impact.
• Performing various administrative office tasks, including preparing meetings, communications, maintaining a busy meeting schedule, pulling metric reports, and more.
• Greeting and hosting guests of the Lead Pastor, preparing welcome gifts, and exemplifying the culture of the church in your interactions.
• Support of the Lead Pastor as President of the Board of Directors.
• Using discretion when communicating, leading, and facilitating meetings, understanding that confidential information will need to be distributed responsibly.
• Additionally, provides administrative support for the Culture + Connections Director. (Job Description Attached)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven ability and commitment to maintain the utmost confidence of church information.
• Shared values with The Local Church‘s culture.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Extensive knowledge of office administration and clerical procedures.
• Extremely proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• High school diploma required; Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred.
• At least five years of related experience required.