Executive Assistant

Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, located in Granite Bay, CA has an immediate opening for an Executive Assistant. This position will work independently performing a wide range of complex administrative duties in the service of our pastors and congregation.  Also includes responsibility for office management. Must have the ability to interact with all levels of internal staff, congregants, visitors, and external church relationships in a fast-paced environment and remain flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and spiritual maturity.

Required Skills & Preferred Qualifications

·        Proven experience as an executive assistant, office manager or similar administrative role.

·        Strong administrative, organizational skills and computer technology skills.

·        Advanced oral and written communication skills.

·       Ability to work within the process and strategy employed by the Executive Leadership Team.

·       Maintain strict confidentiality and use wise judgment in written and verbal communication.

·        Knowledge and experience necessary to proficiently maintain calendars, email, and computer files.

·        Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to work effectively while being flexible and adaptable in an ever-changing environment. 

·        Ability to handle sensitive situations in a professional manner.

·        Knowledge of Christianity and Lutheranism, along with an appreciative understanding of theological doctrines and commitments of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

·        Experience working in a church or non-profit environment preferred.

·        Physical requirements: Ability to lift up to 25 lbs., bend, stoop and sit in front of a computer for extended periods of time.

Preferred Education 

·        College degree in business administration, management or related field preferred, or an equivalent of education and experience in an office/administrative environment.

Benefits

·        Fulltime, hourly (compensation between $28 - $30/hr)

·        Health benefits (fully paid for employee)

·        Paid vacation, sick time

·        11 paid holidays

·        Tenure Rewards

·        Retirement matching program