Office Coordinator

About Us

St. Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELCA) is an active, welcoming community of faith in Wauwatosa. Our office is a central hub of hospitality, connection, and support for our members, staff, and the wider neighborhood.

Job Summary

We are seeking an organized, dependable, and hospitable Office Coordinator to assist with daily church office operations. Reporting to the Lead Pastor and collaborating with church staff and ministry volunteers, this role serves as a welcoming first point of contact while ensuring weekly communications, print publications, and general clerical tasks run smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Hospitality & Reception: Welcome members, visitors, and guests; answer and direct incoming phone calls; respond to inquiries; and represent St. Matthew’s with warmth and care.
• Publications & Worship Materials: Draft, edit, and format weekly worship bulletins, slide presentations, announcements, newsletters, and flyers.
• Office Administration: Open and distribute daily mail, monitor and order office supplies, maintain church records/databases, coordinate mass mailings, and run occasional errands.
• Collaboration & Support: Provide cross-coverage for our other Office Coordinator, assist with special office projects as needed, and uphold strict confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 2+ years of general office or administrative experience preferred.
• Warm, cooperative, and welcoming interpersonal demeanor.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication abilities.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Word) and comfort learning church database software.
• Strong organizational skills and attentiveness to detail.

TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and 2–3 professional references directly to [email protected]. Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Application Question(s):

• Please confirm you have emailed your formal cover letter, resume, and 2–3 references to [email protected].

Work Location: In person