Church Operations & Communications Coordinator

St. John American Lutheran Church; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John American Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, SD, seeks a dynamic Church Office Administrator to support administrative operations.

This salaried role handles day-to-day office functions, basic accounting, calendar and events oversight, and communication across staff, congregation, and the community. The ideal candidate brings organized, proactive leadership, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit to support our mission and church programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in office management or administrative roles within a church or nonprofit.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and spreadsheets for data management and reporting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with professional phone etiquette.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail in managing schedules, files, and financial records.
• Experience handling confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• Ability to multitask efficiently while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Technical proficiency with office equipment and management tools; Shepard Staff knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day office functions and front-desk duties.
• Handle daily accounting tasks and financial record-keeping.
• Oversee the church calendar and events coordination.
• Coordinate communication between staff, congregation, and the community.

Job description

St. John American Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, SD, seeks a dynamic Church Office Administrator to support administrative operations.

This salaried role handles day-to-day office functions, basic accounting, calendar and events oversight, and communication across staff, congregation, and the community. The ideal candidate brings organized, proactive leadership, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit to support our mission and church programs.