Office Administrator/Secretary

Office Administrator (Secretary) for Fron Lutheran Church, Starbuck, MN

Reports to: Pastor

Effective: November 1, 2026
Status: Part-time
FLSA: Non-exempt

Job Summary
The Office Administrator serves as administrative assistant to the the pastor and congregation and oversees the day-to-day management of the church office and its functions.

Essential Functions:

• Serve as receptionist for the church — greet visitors, listen to people, answer routine questions, and answer the phone.
• Pick up and go through mail and emails, replying or passing on messages and mail as needed.
• Maintain the church calendar and assist in maintaining the parish calendar.
• Prepare correspondence, regular and bulk mailing, and other professional documents as requested by the pastor or congregational leadership.
• Prepare church bulletins, newsletters, annual reports, and other documents.
• Maintains member record book and member data in the congregation management program.
• Monitor and order office and congregational supplies.

Office management responsibilities:

• Attend weekly staff meetings.
• Oversees the maintenance and troubleshooting of office equipment.
• Oversees room utilization by both congregational groups and outside groups.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school graduate or GED certificate
• Competent with software programs used in this this office (Microsoft Word, Excel, Email program and congregation data management program.).

Core Competencies:

• Organizational Skill – will keep both files and records on both computer and physical files for future use and reference.
• Attention to Detail - able to attend to the many details that are a part of this job as well following up on missing information or unfinished work. as multi-task, organize, and prioritize work activities.
• Confidentiality - able to maintain confidentiality in all matters where it is required.
• Compassion and Care – shows a natural sense of care for others and listens well to people’s stories of joys and sorrows.
• Communication skills – communicates in an articulate manner both verbally and in writing and communicates well with members and the general public.
• Team Orientation - maintains a positive, courteous working relationship with parish staff and church membership.

Hours per week: 16-20
Salary: $20 / hour

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 – 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person