Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from WHEELER AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH
Job overview
The Ministry Support Specialist at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church supports various ministries by managing administrative, communication, and logistical tasks to help ministry leaders work effectively and align with the church's mission.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves administrative support such as scheduling, managing calendars, preparing materials, coordinating travel, assisting with ministry events, handling communications, maintaining databases, coordinating volunteers, managing supplies, and serving as a contact point for departments and vendors.
Compensation and benefits
Salary depends on experience; benefits include health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, vacation, PTO, holidays, and sick days.
Experience and skills
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 2+ years of administrative or support experience (church onprofit preferred), proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and church management systems, strong communication, multitasking, organizational skills, and a personal Christian faith; event planning and volunteer coordination experience preferred.
Work environment and culture
The work environment is ministry-centered, requiring flexibility, adaptability, and a servant's heart, with occasional evening or weekend work and a focus on ministry excellence.
Company information
Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church is a faith-based organization focused on supporting its ministries and congregation through various programs and events.
Job location and travel
On-site/in-office at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church, with occasional evening or weekend work based on event schedules.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines administrative duties with ministry support in a faith-based setting, requiring a commitment to Christian values and ministry excellence.
Company overview
Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church is a prominent faith-based institution located in Houston, Texas, known for its deep roots in the local African American community and its significant role in the civil rights movement. The church provides religious services, spiritual education, and a wide range of community outreach programs, generating revenue primarily through tithes, donations, and special fundraising initiatives. Founded in 1962 by Rev. William A. Lawson, Wheeler Avenue has grown into a large congregation with a reputation for social activism, educational support, and charitable work. Candidates should be aware of its longstanding commitment to social justice, community empowerment, and its influential leadership within Houston’s religious and civic landscape.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your administrative support skills, especially in scheduling, communication, and event coordination, aligning with the Ministry Support Specialist role at WHEELER AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH.
Emphasize proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Google Workspace, and any church management systems like Shelby Next or Planning Center, as well as your ability to multitask and support ministry leaders effectively.
Apply through multiple channels including the official WHEELER AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH career page, LinkedIn, and other job boards listing this position to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current employees or ministry support team members on LinkedIn at WHEELER AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH; start conversations by mentioning your admiration for their ministry work or asking about how they manage event logistics and volunteer coordination.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'administrative support,' 'event coordination,' 'volunteer management,' 'Microsoft Office 365,' and 'church management systems' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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