Job Announcement - Administrative/Ministry Assistant

Summary of the Position:  Pine Valley Baptist Church of Wilmington, North Carolina seeks applications for a 28 hour (8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Thursday), Administrative/Ministry Assistant.  The Administrative/Ministry Assistant will work in the Administration Building at PVBC, 3940 Shipyard Blvd, Wilmington, NC, 28403.  This position provides administrative oversight for the church office.  Their responsibilities include but are not limited to answering incoming phone calls, acting as Gatekeeper to the Pastoral Staff, keeping records, and corresponding with members, guests, and prospects of the church.  We are seeking a professional Ministry Assistant who works under the leadership of the Senior Pastor.  

About Pine Valley Baptist Church:   Pine Valley Baptist Church is a growing church, Southern Baptist in denomination and biblical in its mission and purpose.  We seek to lead people to Christ and lead them to become fully devoted followers of His mission.  Our Pastor, Dr. Stephen Anthony, is a team-oriented, gospel-focused, and mission-minded pastor who seeks to grow our staff and church through a team concept of ministry.  We are currently averaging approximately 300 worshippers weekly and have Small Group Bible Studies that meet on Sunday morning.  A midweek service attracts approximately one third of Sunday’s worship attendance and our church has an active and growing children and student ministry.  

Essential Duties of the Position:
*Provide communication via telephone, internet, website, and data processing media.
*Enter existing and new member data into database and church communications programs.
*Maintain proper dialogue between pastoral staff, lay leaders, and church membership.
*Assist Senior Pastor and church staff with follow up calls and emails for guests and prospects.
*Work with staff to ensure proper planning, organization, and implementation of ongoing programs.
*Attend all staff meetings and keep records of staff assignments, reports, calendar events…
*Assist Senior Pastor with books for “Discovering Pine Valley” new member classes.
*Keep office area clean, neat, and organized from weekly staff meeting, lunches, and fellowships.
*Make copies for church members, committee chairpeople, and small group Bible study leaders.
*Oversee and work with Senior Pastor for Annual Church Profile.  (ACP).  Record keeping statistics.
*Assist Music Minister with graphics for worship overheads and digital video-graphics.
*Assist church members with REALM Connect Application.
*Clerical work for Senior Pastor and staff as needed.
*Maintain graphics for outdoor LED sign.
*Assist staff and deacons in proper follow up, visitation, and general care of members.

Experience and Skills Required:
*Must be a people-oriented person.  Faithful in worship, Life Groups, and Wednesday evening activities.
*Possess the education and work experience commensurate with job duties.
*Has a passion for people discipling others in their relationship with Christ.
*Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Experience and teachability with computer programing for churches.
*Excellent organizational, writing, and record keeping skills.
*Able to communicate with church members, prospective members, and pastoral staff.
*Will be supportive of all church programs and a positive, inspiring personality and disposition.
*Possess a valid driver’s license, will be accountable for work hours, and ability to overcome adversity.

How To Apply:
The Administrative/Ministry Assistant Position will be open until it is filled.  We will be accepting resumes and cover letters explaining your background and employment history.  References will not be checked until Personnel Committee and Senior Pastor have interviewed candidates.   A criminal history background check is necessary for this position.   Please send your resume and cover letter to one or both of the following emails:

Dr. Stephen Anthony
Mrs. Laurie Holliday