Lafayette Part-Time District Admin Assistant

United Methodist Church; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Louisiana Conference of The United Methodist Church seeks a part-time Southwest District Administrative Assistant to support the District Superintendent and district office. The role emphasizes strong clerical, organizational, and communication skills to manage records, communications, and financial transactions.

The successful candidate will work on-site in Lafayette three days a week, collaborate with pastors and lay leaders, and assist with district and conference reporting and

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a relevant field is required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in a church or nonprofit setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with strong organization and communication skills.
• Ability to learn organizational technology systems quickly and work on-site three days per week in Lafayette.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct administrative support to the Southwest District Superintendent.
• Perform general clerical duties including phone, correspondence, filing, and digital records.
• Serve as primary contact for pastors, lay leaders, vendors, and the public via phone, email, and written communication.
• Maintain clergy, church, and laity records including contact, appointment, and compensation.
• Process financial transactions in Shelby Next, including invoices, deposits, reconciliations, and reimbursements.
• Coordinate District Committee on Ministry (DCOM) processes and annual conference administration.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication

Clerical tasks

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Shelby Next

Mission Connect

OneDrive

Job description

The Louisiana Conference of The United Methodist Church seeks a part-time Southwest District Administrative Assistant to support the District Superintendent and district office. The role emphasizes strong clerical, organizational, and communication skills to manage records, communications, and financial transactions.

The successful candidate will work on-site in Lafayette three days a week, collaborate with pastors and lay leaders, and assist with district and conference reporting and