Part Time Parish Administrative Assistant

Faith, Grace, Hope, Peace United Methodist Parish

Sullivan County, New York 12787

Part Time , Remote

Full job description

POSITION: Parish Administrative Assistant

REPORTS TO: Lead Pastor and Associate Pastor with oversight by Staff Parish Relations Committee

STATUS: Part-Time (approximately 10 hours per week)

COMPENSATION: $18.00 per hour

WORK LOCATION: Primarily remote with occasional in-office meetings or support as needed.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Parish Administrative Assistant provides confidential administrative support to the Pastors and pastoral staff. This part-time position is primarily remote and is responsible for assisting with scheduling, correspondence, document preparation, and other administrative tasks that support the ministry of the parish. The role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to work independently, Direct interaction with parish members is minimal.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide confidential administrative support to the Pastors and pastoral staff
• Manage calendars, appointments, and meeting schedules
• Prepare and disseminate correspondence, reports, meeting agendas, and other ministry documents
• Monitor and respond to emails and phone messages as directed
• Maintain organized electronic files and confidential records
• Assist with parish communications and administrative projects
• Coordinate administrative details for meeting and special events as assigned
• Perform general office duties, including date entry, and document management
• Attend occasional in-person meetings or work from the church office when needed
• Maintaining social media and website management as needed
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous administrative or executive assistant experience preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and video conferencing platforms
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated discretion in handling confidential information
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and service-oriented
• Supportive of the parish's mission and values

WORK SCHEDULE:

• Approximately 10 hours per week
• Flexible schedule with most work completed remotely
• Occasional in-person attendance at the church office or meetings may be required

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Compensation is $18.00 per hour
• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check

This position is well suited for a highly organized, self-directed individual who enjoys supporting parish leadership through dependable, professional, and confidential administrative assistance.

Join Our Team!

Faith, Grace, Hope, Peace United Methodist Parish is a cooperative ministry of eleven United Methodist churches serving communities across Sullivan County, New York. Together, our churches share leadership, resources, and a commitment to loving God and our neighbors through worship, service, and community.

Our parish includes Hurleyville, Jeffersonville, Kenoza Lake, Liberty, Livingston Manor, Mongaup Valley, Monticello, North Branch, Rock Hill, White Sulphur Springs, and Woodridge United Methodist Churches, with nine Sunday worship services each weekacross the county.

We're looking for a joyful, organized, and dependable Parish Administrative Assistant to support our pastors and help keep the shared ministry of our parish running smoothly. This is a flexible, primarily remote, part-time position that's perfect for someone who enjoys working with technology, creating polished communications and worship bulletins, staying organized, and helping a team do its best work behind the scenes.

If you're excited by meaningful work, collaboration, and the opportunity to support ministry across Sullivan County, we'd love to hear from you. Please review the position description below and apply by sending your résumé and a brief cover letter to [email protected].

Please send information by September 1, 2026.

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Work Location: Hybrid remote in White Sulphur Springs, NY 12787

Organization: Faith, Grace, Hope, Peace United Methodist Parish

Contact: Rev. Riot Mueller

Phone: 2068193650

Closing Date: 09/16/2026

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