Employment Opportunities

Church Secretary - Position Opened Sept. 9, 2024

Epworth United Methodist Church is seeking a part-time church secretary to administer the office, provide clerical support to the pastor, and welcome members and guests during the week. To apply, please send an Application Form, Resume, and List of 3 Professional References to applications@kalispellumc.org.

Job Details

Part-time, January through December. Approximately 15 hours per week.

Tuesday through through Thursday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Or a similar schedule may be negotiated.)

Key duties include:

  • Administration of office needs, including clerical support for the church pastor

  • Coordination of church communications, including answering phone calls, responding to email communications, and developing monthly newsletter & weekly worship guides

  • Maintenance of church membership records and database in coordination with church volunteers

  • Administration of church calendar, including scheduling events and reserving space within the church building

A full job description will be sent to applicants prior to the first interview.

Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications, $16-20 per hour. 

Required Qualifications

  • Ability to communicate clearly with respect and kindness.

  • Demonstrate a constructive, positive attitude.

  • Ability to keep confidential information confidential with integrity

  • Strong organizational skills, including the ability to accept interruptions in the work flow with grace 

  • Be proficient with computers and computer technology, including publication and word processing software, spreadsheets, and email

  • Able to learn new software as needed, such as church database and church presentation software

  • Have excellent writing, layout, and editing skills

  • Be willing to learn additional technology methods and perform best practices consistently

  • Completion of Criminal Background History and Child Abuse Prevention Training

About Epworth United Methodist Church

Epworth is a congregation of the United Methodist Church, which exists to “make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.” We are a welcoming and inclusive Christian community in the Wesleyan/Methodist Tradition that seeks to embody God’s love for all people as we grow in faith together.