Principal Function: The Ministry Assistant is to oversee all clerical duties associated with the operation of First Baptist Church of Titusville. Employees will exhibit proper conduct as a Church employee at all times. Employees must show enthusiastic support for the Church ministry. The Ministry Assistant is employed and dismissed by the Pastor with the concurrence of Church Leadership.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

● Office management.

● Maintenance and organization of the office area.

● Ordering and maintenance of office supplies and equipment.

● Organization and maintenance of the church calendar.

● Pick up and distribute all mail and correspondence.

● Answer mail – writing letters, phone calls, etc.

● Screening and routing all incoming calls.

● Check email and respond.

● Coordinate scheduling for weddings, baptisms, and funerals.

● Prepare, proof, and print weekly bulletins.

● Prepare, proof, and print the monthly First Page newsletter.

● Prepare, proof, print, and fold Weekly Prayer List.

● Keep accurate membership records (new members, baptisms, weddings, deaths, etc.).

● Routine filing of paperwork.

● Make sure there are envelopes and pens in the Sanctuary chair pockets.

● Coordinate travel arrangements for guest speakers.

● Notify Pastoral staff of member hospitalizations, deaths, etc.

● Some accounting and bookkeeping.

● Support Pastoral staff, Treasurer, and Committee Chairs (help with correspondence, phoning, and any other tasks).

Job Skills and Requirements:

● Must be a born-again Christian, actively involved in a local church, and in full agreement with the Baptist Faith & Message (2000).

● Must practice discretion and be able to keep confidentiality in dealing with personal information.

● Strong computer skills.

● Proficiency in the use of standard office tools.

● Strong organizational skills.

● Have an excellent command of English composition and punctuation.

● Protect the reputation and integrity of others through strict confidentiality.

● Demonstrate a high level of trust.

● Display the ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.

● Should be a self-starter, good at multitasking and prioritizing projects.

● Should possess strong administrative skills and the ability to work independently without supervision.

● Ability to climb stairs and occasionally lift boxes.

● Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

● Willing to learn new computer programs, as needed.