Administrator Position, First Baptist Church in Jamaica Plain

Administrator Position

OBJECTIVE:

The First Baptist Church in Jamaica Plain is a multi-cultural community in the midst of an exciting period of renewal. Currently, we are seeking an experienced full-time administrator to support the ongoing work of the church and an ambitious capital campaign. To learn more about our church, visit our website: www.firstbaptistjp.org

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Create a welcoming and professional atmosphere by receiving and responding to inquiries by telephone and in person, assist in the resolution of problems and refer as appropriate.
Provide general administrative office support including but not limited to word processing and layout, to prepare a variety of materials such as weekly bulletin, monthly newsletter, annual reports, database and web page maintenance, correspondence and press releases.
Provide administrative support for capital campaign: produce materials; attend meetings, as necessary; create and manage donor database; oversee timely donor acknowledgements; assist with fundraising events; monitor campaign budget and expenses and prepare financial reports.
Provide support for pastor, church leadership, campaign consultant and volunteers.
Coordinate building use/upkeep, equipment and supplies; schedule meeting space; maintain activity calendar.
Other duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to embrace and affirm the mission of the church.
Strong administrative and computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, database systems, publishing, email and web skills required.
Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Spanish language skills a plus.
Superior attention to detail, proof-reading skills, and accuracy working with numbers.
Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining budget spreadsheets.
Ability to balance and prioritize a variety of simultaneous projects; flexibility and resourcefulness a must.
Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, to ensure the effective and efficient use of staff and volunteer time.
Demonstrated ability to exercise excellent judgment, confidentiality, diplomacy and sensitivity to all persons regardless of faith, economic status, disability, culture, race, age, gender, sexual orientation and human condition.
Minimum of two years of administrative experience required.
Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours for campaign meetings and events.

Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, a résumé, salary expectations and the names/telephone numbers of three references to: Administrator Search, The First Baptist Church, 633 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130. Materials may also be sent by email to: pastor@firstbaptistjp.org For inquiries, call 617-524-3992. Credentials received by June 4, 2007 will receive full consideration; however we will review materials until an appropriate candidate is selected.