Church Administrator

Church Administrator

Emmanuel Baptist Church is a vibrant, hope-filled, and grace-focused intergenerational community. At Emmanuel, we belong to each other in God's infinite love — that's what it means to be a community of faith.

Our understanding of Baptist faith and practice is expressed by our emphasis on freedom in biblical interpretation and congregational governance, the participation of women and men in all aspects of church leadership and Christian ministry, and religious liberty for all people.

Position Title

Church Administrator

Employment Status

Full-Time Exempt

Office Hours: M-F, 9AM - 4PM; Occasional weekends and evenings

Reports To

Senior Pastor

Purpose of the Position

The Church Administrator serves as the senior administrative leader of the church and is responsible for ensuring that the daily operations of the congregation are conducted effectively, efficiently, and in a manner that supports the mission of the church. This position allows the pastoral staff to devote their primary attention to preaching, teaching, pastoral care, discipleship, evangelism, and vision leadership.

Mission Alignment

The Administrator supports the church's mission by providing excellent stewardship of financial, human, and physical resources while creating systems that enable staff and volunteers to flourish.

Core ResponsibilitiesFinance & Administration (30%)

• Coordinate budgeting, payroll, accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare monthly financial reports with the external accounting firm and Finance Committee.
• Maintain sound internal controls and administrative policies.
• Support annual audit or financial review.

Communications (15%)

• Collaborate with other staff members on church publications, website, email communications, social media, and calendar.
• Print the Worship Guide weekly.
• Ensure consistent and timely communication across all ministries.

Operations & Facilities (20%)

• Coordinate facility scheduling and vendor relationships.
• Supervise administrative systems and assist with custodial coordination.
• Monitor maintenance priorities and operational contracts.

Staff & Human Resources (15%)

• Supervise paid and volunteer office personnel.
• Coordinate onboarding, benefits administration, personnel records, and policy implementation.

Membership & Information Systems (10%)

• Maintain membership records, attendance and church database.

Strategic Leadership (10%)

• Recommend operational improvements.
• Support strategic planning and implementation.
• Develop systems that strengthen volunteer engagement and staff effectiveness.

Authority and Decision-Making

The Church Administrator is authorized to make day-to-day operational decisions within approved policies and budget parameters, while major personnel, financial, and policy decisions remain with the Senior Pastor and appropriate governing bodies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent leadership experience considered.
• Preference for five or more years of progressively responsible administrative leadership.
• Experience with budgeting, supervision, project management, and organizational systems.
• Excellent communication, technology, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated integrity, discretion, and Christian character.
• Pass a comprehensive background check.

Performance Expectations

• Pastoral staff spend significantly less time on administration.
• Administrative systems are organized, documented, and efficient.
• Financial reporting is timely and accurate.
• Communication quality improves.
• Staff and volunteers report improved coordination and support.

Compensation

• Salary range: $40,000 - $55,000
• 6% retirement contribution
• Health insurance.

Professional Development

The church encourages continuing education, membership in church administration associations, and attendance at appropriate leadership conferences.

Pay: $40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $55,000