Archdiocese of Detroit · 5 months ago
Parish Secretary
Temperance, MI
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expThe Archdiocese of Detroit is seeking a part-time secretary for St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. The role involves providing receptionist and clerical services, maintaining parish files, and assisting with various administrative tasks to support the Pastor and staff members.
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Responsibilities
Provides receptionist services for the parish office, including the following:
Records clear and accurate electronic and hand-written messages
Handles routine questions about parish policies, activities, and personnel
Greets and meets visitors in a friendly and courteous manner
Has ability to multitask and can work with people of various temperaments
Has ability to remain calm while working with people in distress
Provides secretarial and clerical services to the Pastor, Mission Support Director, bookkeeper, and other staff members:
Prepares regular bulk mailing
Screens and sorts incoming mail
Distributes mail and other related material
Maintains parish files in an orderly manner
Assists with ordering parish/church supplies
Prepares and edits weekly parish bulletin
Helps maintain and organize parish calendars
Records and maintains sacramental registries
Qualification
Required
Must have highly developed computer skills (proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Publisher, PowerPoint)
Ability to type at least 50 words per minute with accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, and clearly via telephone and email
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail, problem solving skills, verbal and written communication skills when necessary
Must have basic knowledge of how a parish operates and is able to grasp how the parish office functions
Must have basic mathematics skills
Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters
Must have strong relational skills; the ability to work in a team setting and also work independently
Must have the ability to keep all office areas clean and organized
Candidates must be able to pass a background check and have or be willing to complete the Archdiocese of Detroit 'Protecting God's Children' workshop
Minimum 2 years successful administrative support experience - preferably in a parish or church setting
Preferred
A working knowledge of Parish Soft is a plus
An Associate's Degree is a plus
A working knowledge and appreciation of Roman Catholic faith and practice
A working knowledge of Roman Catholic faith and practice regarding Sacraments as well as funeral procedures
Company
Archdiocese of Detroit
Detroit Archdiocese is a religious institutions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Schoenle
Chief Financial Officer
Brian Mooney
Chief Operating Officer
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