Administrative Coordinator

Lutheran Church of Hope; Ankeny (IA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Lutheran Church of Hope in Ankeny is looking for an Administrative Coordinator to support ministry initiatives, church operations, and volunteer engagement. The role includes providing administrative support, managing multiple priorities, and acting as a welcoming contact for staff and community members.

The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, along with proficiency in office and church management tools. This part-time position offers a flexible schedule averaging 20 hours per week, with potential evening and weekend hours for church events.

Qualifications

• Experience working with volunteers or community organizations preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with staff.
• Demonstrate professionalism and a passion for ministry.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for ministry initiatives and church operations.
• Serve as a welcoming contact for various stakeholders.
• Coordinate with ministry leaders for engagement opportunities.
• Support major church-wide events and assist with planning.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management skills

Interpersonal communication

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Tools

Church management software

Canva

Job description

The Administrative Coordinator supports the mission and ministries of Lutheran Church of Hope Ankeny through administrative coordination, ministry support, volunteer engagement, and operational excellence. This position provides administrative support for campus ministries, events, and church operations while partnering with ministry leaders to support ministry initiatives, communications, and congregation engagement opportunities. Responsibilities will be prioritized based on campus needs, ministry priorities, and available work hours.

Primary Functions

• Provide administrative support for ministry initiatives, events, registrations, projects, church operations, and office functions while managing multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Serve as a welcoming point of contact for staff, volunteers, church members, and community guests.
• Partner with ministry leaders to support ministry campaigns, seasonal initiatives, congregation engagement opportunities, and ministry promotions, including Youth & Family registrations, Adult Ministry events, Alpha, Women’s Ministry, Prayer Ministry, and other ministry initiatives.
• Assist with gathering information, coordinating deadlines, and submitting content requests to support timely ministry communications, monthly emails, congregation updates, and special projects in collaboration with ministry leaders and the Communications Team.

Secondary Functions

• Meet regularly with the Administrative Team Lead for planning, feedback, and project coordination.
• Attend weekly Hope Ankeny staff meetings.
• Support major church-wide events including Christmas, Easter, Vacation Bible School, mission events, and other special campus initiatives as assigned.

Personal Responsibilities

• Adhere to the Lutheran Church of Hope Staff Covenant for spiritual, personal, and professional conduct.
• Strive to live a Christ-centered life rooted in a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, initiative, and a servant-hearted approach to ministry.
• Foster positive relationships with staff, volunteers, church members, guests, and community partners.
• Reflect and support the mission, vision, values, and culture of Lutheran Church of Hope through work performed with integrity, accountability, and excellence.

Skills, Education, and Experience Preferred

• Demonstrate a passion for ministry and commitment to the mission and values of Lutheran Church of Hope.
• Experience working with volunteers, ministry teams, or community organizations preferred.
• Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, church management software, Canva, and other administrative tools.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with staff and volunteers.

Hours: Part‑Time, non‑exempt (20 hours per week)

Work Schedule: Flexible weekday schedule averaging 20 hours per week. Evening and weekend hours may be required to support church events and ministry activities.

Pay and Benefits: Per agreed‑upon Compensation Package.