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Qualifications:
- College degree preferred in communications, theology, marketing, nonprofit management or related field
- A minimum of 5 years' experience working in a church or nonprofit setting preferred
- Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills
- Robust writing and editing skills for digital and print newsletters and other materials
- Experience with social media platforms and analytics preferred, as well as website management
- Strong technology skills (experience with MacBooks preferred)
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
- Proven track record managing multiple projects at a time
Job Description:
The administrator/communications specialist reports directly to the senior minister of Union Avenue Christian Church. The person in this role is responsible for:
- Daily interactions with ministry partners who use the building and their guests
- Supporting the ministry teams of the church with communications, logistics, and other needs to carry out their activities and work
- Supporting worship leaders and Sunday School leaders with materials and supplies
- Ensuring the church building is inviting and welcoming
- Providing strategic communications for the congregation and beyond using the church’s website, social media channels, electronic and traditional newsletters, and signage inside and outside the building
- Building meaningful relationships with members of and visitors to the congregation, ministry partners, building contractors, outreach participants, local and regional civic leaders, school leaders, clergy, businesses, and nonprofits
- Performing other duties as assigned to carry out the functions of the office
Flexible Schedule and Hours:
We are looking for someone to work 30 to 40 hours per week in this role. This person will need to be on site at the church for the majority of that time, but there is also the possibility of some remote work and work outside of regular business hours (e.g., early mornings, evenings) if approved in advance by the senior minister.
About Us:
Union Avenue Christian Church is an open and affirming Christian community located in the Central West End of St. Louis, Missouri. We are part of a mainline Protestant denomination, the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), which values diversity of thought and welcomes all people to Christ's table. Our history in the city goes back to 1837, and our building was constructed in 1904.
We are dedicated to doing God’s work of restorative justice here in St. Louis and beyond. We value arts and music, with a professional-caliber choir and an on-site art gallery where we feature the work of artists from our community. We also are home to several nonprofit partners.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Saint Louis, MO 63108: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: One location