What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Assistant | St. Luke's United Methodist Church position at St. Luke's United Methodist Church?
Description
About the Role
St. Luke's United Methodist Church is seeking a warm, organized, and dependable Facilities Assistant to serve as the front-line presence for our Westheimer campus. This role is the hub of daily church operations - you'll be the first face people see and the first voice they hear, while also keeping critical behind-the-scenes functions running smoothly.
What You'll Do
You'll be part of a collaborative team that takes its work seriously and each other personally. St. Luke's is a large, active congregation with a mission-driven culture - no two days look exactly the same.
Requirements
What We're Looking For
About the Role
St. Luke's United Methodist Church is seeking a warm, organized, and dependable Facilities Assistant to serve as the front-line presence for our Westheimer campus. This role is the hub of daily church operations - you'll be the first face people see and the first voice they hear, while also keeping critical behind-the-scenes functions running smoothly.
What You'll Do
- Manage the reception desk and switchboard Monday–Friday and Sundays during church office hours; greet and assist visitors, direct calls, and coordinate with security and housekeeping as needed
- Oversee volunteer receptionist scheduling and training
- Review and process facility reservation requests in our reservation software; communicate with ministry areas, setup crew, and outside groups regarding details and changes
- Support kitchen and food service planning, including weekly inventory review and supply ordering
- Handle general office administration: mail, supply ordering, notary certification maintenance, and Foundation scholarship communication
You'll be part of a collaborative team that takes its work seriously and each other personally. St. Luke's is a large, active congregation with a mission-driven culture - no two days look exactly the same.
Requirements
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
- 2–4 years of experience in an administrative, reception, or facilities support role
- Comfortable with database systems and standard office technology
- Excellent communicator with a professional, welcoming demeanor
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment
- Experience in a church, nonprofit, or hospitality setting is a plus
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) helpful but not required