What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parish Administrator position at St James' Episcopal Church, Downingtown?
Position Summary
The Parish Administrator assists the Rector as the hub of parish operations—coordinating communications, managing administrative tasks, supporting worship and programs, and helping ensure the smooth functioning of parish life.
Key Responsibilities
Communications
- Prepare and publish weekly worship bulletins
- Produce and distribute parish announcements, and mailings (mostly digital)
- Oversee website updates, social media content, and internal communications
- Produce the Annual Report
Office & Administrative Support
- Maintain a warm, welcoming presence for staff, volunteers, parishioners, and visitors; handle office phone, email, and inquiries
- Manage the parish’s master calendar (worship, programs, meetings, building usage)
- Serve as liaison with pre-school, thrift store, organists, sexton and maintenance vendors
- Order office and worship supplies, manage inventory, and oversee vendor relationships
- Maintain and update parish records (membership, Safe Church, sacramental records – Sunday attendance, baptisms, weddings, funerals, confirmations)
- Assist our volunteer bookkeeper as needed
- Preparation and submission of diocesan/parochial reports
Qualifications & Skills
- Strong organizational, project-management, and multitasking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail
- Good computer skills and comfort learning ChurchTrac church management software
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
- Self-starter who works well independently and collaboratively
- A welcoming demeanor, pastoral sensitivity, and ability to engage with people from diverse backgrounds
- Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Office, databases, website platforms, email/mailing systems, and social media
- Preferred: Prior experience in a church, parish setting, nonprofit office, or administrative role
Job Type: Part-time
Base Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20