POSITION SUMMARY
The Executive Assistant, Office of the Pastor, manages the day-to-day interaction with the Office of the Pastor. This candidate will also be responsible for written and verbal communication on behalf of the Senior Pastor and for representing the Senior Pastor at all times. The Executive Assistant, Office of the Pastor, reports to the Director, Office of the Pastor.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Serve as a liaison between staff, members, visitors, online viewers, VIPs, ministries, organizations, businesses, government, media, and the community representing the Office of the Pastor
- Domestic travel up to 10% of the time, may include weekdays and weekends
- Prepare all general correspondence including requests, memos, reports, responses to invitations, speaking engagements, and thank-you notes
- Answer and screen calls, respond to emails as requested, and process incoming mail
- Assist with making travel arrangements as requested
- Prepare agendas, presentations, minutes, updates, and reports for meetings as requested
- Schedule meetings and manage the Senior Pastor’s calendar in coordination with Director, Office of the Pastor
- Prepare monthly expense reports
- Organize and maintain the Senior Pastor’s confidential and proprietary files and documents
- Assist with research as needed
- Assist with cleaning and organizing storage and office spaces as needed
- Oversee the maintenance and cleaning of Office of the Pastor, always diligent to inspect and inform of issues, including the outdoor garden and fountains
- Oversee all technology in the Office of the Pastor, making sure updates are done in a timely manner
- Assist with organizing and maintaining the Senior Pastor’s library, becoming proficient in the library software
- Assist with Sunday guests and VIPs, reserved seating, and green room preparations
- Assist with Pastor’s Receptions and special events
- Whatever it takes
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have a growing and mature personal relationship with Jesus Christ
- Must align with the beliefs, values, and mission of First Baptist Atlanta
- Must have an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree
- Must have Ten years’ experience as an executive administrative assistant
- Must have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Must be adept at oral and written communication, and able to professionally interact with all FBA staff members
- Must possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail which are fundamental in researching, composing, typing, and editing/proofing materials
- Must exhibit a high level of professionalism and integrity to handle sensitive and confidential information
- Must have the ability to research and analyze various types of information
- Must thrive in a fast-paced environment by setting priorities, managing time, and meeting deadlines
MINISTERIAL FUNCTION
Employees of the Church are called to spread the Word of God; you are also charged with conveying the Church’s message and values to all its constituents and thus carrying out its mission. Because of this paramount charge, you are required to pray with Church members whenever appropriate, instruct them how to do so in a Biblically inspired manner when necessary, and contribute substantively to the Church’s ministry, conveying its understanding of the Word of God to all those who seek it. The overarching purpose and mission of the Church is to spread the Church’s understanding of the Word of God embodied by the Holy Scripture.
First Baptist Church of Atlanta, Georgia, is a vibrant family of believers in Jesus
Christ. We are the spiritual home to thousands of people in metro Atlanta and the
source of spiritual encouragement to millions of others around the world.
Founded in 1848 in the heart of downtown Atlanta, our church has been a light
for Christ through the darkest times in our city’s history and through the most
challenging times our nation has faced.
For 175 years, God has sustained our church as each generation, from our
founding to the present, has acknowledged our dependence upon God and has
sought to honor the truth of His Word, the Bible.
Among our membership are people from 98 countries of origin, making us one of
the most ethnically diverse congregations in America.
We like to think that our congregation resembles the picture of heaven described
in Revelation 5:9, where God’s throne is surrounded by those whom Christ had
redeemed “out of every tribe and tongue and people and nation.”
