Office Administrator

Riverview United Church is a welcoming and inclusive church family located in Elmsdale, Nova Scotia. The Elmsdale Cooperative Ministry consists of Riverview United and Nine Mile River churches.

Accountable to the Executive of Riverview United Church through the Ministry and Personnel Committee and Congregational Committee at Nine Mile River United Church , the Office Administrator carries out general administrative responsibilities--including reception duties, following up appropriately on inquiries, and collaborating with ministry personnel, staff, and volunteers to ensure the effective, day-to-day operation of the Elmsdale Cooperative Ministry office located at Riverview United Church in Elmsdale. The position requires a high degree of initiative, confidentiality, co-operation, and organizational efficiency.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Summary of Position

The Office Administrator is responsible for the management of the Church office. They provide administrative support for various persons and groups within the church including, but not limited to:

• the minister
• the music director
• the treasurer
• governing bodies
• church committees

Qualifications

The following are requirements and should be reflected in your application. The applicant must:

• be self-motivated, organized, professional, personable, trustworthy and reliable.
• have exceptional attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to balance the many projects, tasks, and responsibilities that come with managing a church office.
• have experience and skill using the following software:
• Microsoft 365
• Dropbox

• have experience and skill operating the following online:
• Google applications like Gmail and Google calendar.
• Social media applications, such as:
• Facebook, Facebook Pages, Facebook Messenger

• Canva and/or other basic graphic design resources
• be familiar with and/or have a working knowledge of the following:
• YouTube, Wordpress, Wix

• be willing and able to learn other programs unique to the church such as:
• ChurchHub, ChurchX, PowerChurch

• be willing to provide and pay for a current police record check.

Part-time Office Adminstrator

Hours of Employment: 13.5 hours per week

Minimum starting wage: $16.00/hour*

Employment Contract: 1-year renewable

Office Location: An Affirming Ministry (please see www.AUSE.ca if you are unfamiliar with this term) in Elmsdale, Nova Scotia

To apply: Email resume with cover letter to ElmsdaleMandP@gmail.com no later than 5:00 pm on February 2, 2024

* work schedule and hourly wage are negotiable based on the needs of the employer and the experience and education of the candidate.

For a full job description please email: ElmsdaleMandP@gmail.com

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: From $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 13.5 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Elmsdale, NS B2S 1G3 (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Elmsdale, NS B2S 1G3