Confidential Secretary/Minister of Operations

Organization: American Baptist Churches of the Rochester Genesee Region

Location: 1100 S. Goodman Street, Suite 320, Rochester NY 14620

Open: July 1, 2013

The American Baptist Churches of the Rochester Genesee Region is currently seeking to fill the position of Confidential Secretary/Minister of Operations.  The position will begin during the month of July to provide overlap for orientation and training with the person who has held this position for the past 15 years.

This position supports the work of the Executive Minister in supporting churches in the development of transforming leaders within the Rochester Genesee Region.  The three primary areas of responsibility include:

• Administrative oversight of the Region Office
• Record keeping of funds and data
• Communication of information and resources

This is a full-time salaried position (low to mid $30k depending on experience) with individual health plan and two weeks’ vacation.  (6 month probation)   A few evenings and occasional weekend hours required.

Interested applicants should send résumé and 3 professional references and to: Rev. Alan Newton via This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by July 1, 2013.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Secretarial functions for Executive Minister and  Region
• Maintain an orderly and welcoming environment
• Purchasing and ordering supplies
• Telephone reception
• Recruit and support of volunteers
• Bookkeeping: deposits, payables, maintaining accounts and tracking investments
• Oversight of legal documents and contracts
• Produce, copy and design bi-monthly newsletter and regular email communications
• Liaison for Office of Communications of ABCUSA
• Coordinate logistics related to quarterly Regional Business meetings
• Update website
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Minister

Requirements:

• Proficient use of Microsoft Office (or comparable) software
• Ability to keep confidential information
• Bookkeeping experience and/or willingness receive training
• Secretarial training and or experience working as an Administrative Assistant
• Active participation in a faith community and church office experience a plus
• Willingness to work with diverse groups and individuals
• Good writing abilities and proofreading capabilities