Administrative Assistant – Pastoral and Membership Support

First Methodist Church in Albany is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant to provide direct support to the Senior Pastor while also helping care for membership records and the daily administrative work of the church office.

This role helps keep pastoral responsibilities, membership records, and key communication moving forward with clarity and care. Working closely with the Senior Pastor and alongside the church staff, the Administrative Assistant plays an important role in supporting the ministry and day-to-day life of the church. This role requires both strong organizational ability and a relational presence, since it regularly serves as a point of contact for members, guests, and ministry partners.

The position reports administratively to the Executive Director of Operations and works under the day-to-day direction of the Senior Pastor, including occasional flexibility to assist with meetings or ministry needs outside standard office hours.

Key Responsibilities

Pastoral and Ministry Support

• Provide direct administrative and executive support to the Senior Pastor, including calendar management, correspondence, calls, meeting preparation, and ministry follow-through
• Help coordinate documents, delegation, and logistics connected to pastoral responsibilities, church committees, and ministry activities
• Support communication and coordination related to pastoral care, including baptisms, births, hospitalizations, and funerals
• Assist with preparation and support for meetings, events, and ministry needs connected to the Senior Pastor’s work
• Provide occasional administrative support to other pastors or ministry and operations leaders as assigned

Membership and Records Administration

• Maintain accurate church membership records and related database information
• Support membership processes, including new member records, transfers, and attendance records
• Prepare membership-related reports and correspondence as needed

General Administrative Support

• Assist with front-office coverage, phones, mail, and other shared office responsibilities
• Help prepare documents, reports, meeting materials, and mailings
• Support volunteers and administrative processes connected to the church office
• Serve as a welcoming and dependable point of contact for members, guests, and ministry partners

Qualifications

• Prior administrative experience, preferably in a church, ministry, nonprofit, or similarly relational setting
• Strong organizational skills and careful attention to detail
 Good written and verbal communication skills
• Comfort with church databases and common office software tools
• Discretion, reliability, and sound judgment
• Ability to work well with pastors, staff, volunteers, and church members
• Alignment with the mission and values of First Methodist Church

About First Methodist Church

First Methodist Church is located in the heart of downtown Albany, Georgia. Our mission is to cultivate and equip disciples of Jesus Christ through whole-hearted worship, accountable friendships, compassionate love, and humble service. We seek to offer Christ for an awakening in Southwest Georgia.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00 - $36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Administrative: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Albany, GA 31701 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Albany, GA 31701: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person