LEGANGER LUTHERAN CHURCH
TORONTO, SD
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A PLACE OF PRAISE, TOGETHERNESS & RENEWAL
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Church Secretary
Reports to: Pastor and Council
Evaluation Process: Annual review will occur with President, Vice President, and Pastor.
Position Summary: The office secretary provides secretarial and clerical support for the church averaging between 10-20 hours/month. Hours are flexible and can be remote. Set office hours can be discussed. Salary is to be within the Synod Guidelines. This position is critical to the success of many church programs. Perform all duties to support the mission of Leganger Lutheran Church, based on the following core values (family, children, prayer, witness and kindness/caring/compassion) of the congregation.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities:
1) Greet and provide assistance to visitors both on the telephone and in person.
2) Process and distribute daily mail, outgoing and incoming. Monitor and respond to Leganger emails.
3) Update and maintain internal and external member information including status, contact information, lists, and historical records (baptism, confirmation, marriage, death etc., Sunday school roster, officer list, caring and sharing, etc.).
4) Update and maintain the master calendar- includes creating and posting necessary signs and advertisements of upcoming events.
5) Work closely with all involved in worship planning to ensure all worship resources are correct and prepared each week for worship (including special services). Friday, send out scripture and announcements each week.
6) Prepare annual projects (i.e. the annual report, Christmas program bulletin, tally lists).
7) Prepare newsletter (all information due office the Monday before council. Newsletter should be sent out by the Friday after council).
8) Maintain an inventory of office, paper, and cleaning supplies and order when needed.
9) Straighten up the sanctuary as needed - hymnals etc.
Pastor(s) and Staff Assistance:
1. Attend council meetings and record minutes and 2. Attend meetings as requested
Qualification Required:
Answering God's call to minister at Leganger
Ability to relate to a variety of people
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Being proficient in computers and Microsoft Office/Office 360
Willing to learn new software as needed
Note: Some of these responsibilities are covered by volunteers, such as: getting the mail, folding bulletins, and straightening the sanctuary.