What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parish Administrator position at Holy Spirit Episcopal Church?
Job Summary
Holy Spirit Episcopal Church in Missoula, Montana is seeking a highly organized, kind, driven Parish Administrator to support the day-to-day administrative operations of our parish in collaboration with the clergy, staff, lay leaders, and the parish community. The Parish Administrator serves as a welcoming and professional point of contact for the parish and helps ensure that weekly worship materials, digital platforms, newsletters, records, events, and facilities are organized and running smoothly. The Parish Administrator reports directly to the Rector (Lead Minister).
The Parish Administrator is a key member of our administrative team, serving to tell our church community's story in the larger context of God's Story and the work this parish is called to do. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, detail-oriented, personable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a busy church environment. The position requires discretion in handling confidential information and the ability to work collaboratively with clergy, staff, volunteers, parishioners, and outside vendors.
Holy Spirit Parish is an open and affirming community committed to living out God's love through social justice.
Qualification/Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines independently
- Experience with Microsoft Office, iContact, Canva, and Snappa
- Comfort with digital tools, social media, and parish application platforms
- Familiarity with the liturgy of the Episcopal Church and parish life (or willingness to learn)
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise pastoral sensitivity
- 3 years administrative assistant experience (strongly preferred)
Salary/Benefits
- Salary of $50,000 per year
- Church Pension Plan
- Full healthcare for employee only (Basic HSA Plan)
- Three weeks paid vacation annually
Interested applicants should send their resume with a cover letter to the Rev. Nathaniel Darville at darvillen@holyspiritmissoula.org. Applications will be accepted from October 20 to November 9.
Pay: $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000