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Administrative Assistant

On-site, Work must be performed in or near Grand Rapids, MI
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Part Time
    Start Date:
    October 15, 2026
    Experience Level:
    Entry level
    Compensation:
    At least USD $20 / hour
    Cause Areas:
    Religion & Spirituality

    Description

    Now Hiring: Administrative Assistant

    Sherman Street Church is looking for a part-time Administrative Assistant to join our team. This role is a welcoming presence for our congregation and community, providing administrative, communications, and operational support, basic bookkeeping, and office organization that helps our staff and volunteer leaders serve well.

    Position Type: Part-Time, 25 hours/week, non-exempt

    Pay Rate: $20.00/hour

    Reports To: Director of Operations and Communication

    What You'll Do

    • Warmly greet members, visitors, and guests, in person and by phone, and serve as a first point of contact, including for benevolence requests
    • Manage our main church email inbox and assemble congregational communications, including the worship bulletin, projection slides, and weekly announcement email
    • Handle day-to-day financial data entry, filing, and basic reporting
    • Support staff and ministry leaders with general office organization and administrative tasks

    What We're Looking For

    • Excellent interpersonal and phone skills, with a heart for serving people
    • Clear written and verbal communication
    • Financial literacy, including QuickBooks and spreadsheet management (or a willingness to learn)
    • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage shifting priorities
    • Strong problem-solving skills and a growth mindset
    • A high standard of discretion and confidentiality
    • Above-average proficiency with Google Workspace, Canva, Mailchimp, or similar tools
    • Strong collaborative skills, able to work well on a team
    • Alignment with Sherman Street Church's mission, vision, inclusion statement, and code of conduct

    How to Apply

    Submit your resume and cover letter at shermanstreetchurch.org/jobs

    Benefits

    IRA contribution and paid time off per policy.

    Level of Language Proficiency

    Excellent written and verbal communication in English required, Spanish fluency a bonus.

    Location

    On-site
    1000 Sherman St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506, USA

    How to Apply

    Submit your resume and cover letter at shermanstreetchurch.org/jobs

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