Parish Administrative & Pastoral Support Specialist

CHURCH OF THE HOLY NAME; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CHURCH OF THE HOLY NAME in Nashville seeks a full-time Parish Administrative and Pastoral Assistant to support clergy and parishioners, manage records, edit the weekly bulletin, and coordinate outreach and parish events.

The role requires proficiency with Word, Publisher, and Excel, strong interpersonal skills, and a confidential, pastoral approach. You will collaborate with staff and volunteers across ministries under the Pastor's guidance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Proficiency in using computers and Microsoft Word, Publisher, and Excel.
• Ready to learn in the age of technology
• Good interpersonal skills and a willingness to collaborate with other staff and volunteers on a regular basis.
• Maintain confidentiality and a pastoral nature when assisting parishioners and the public.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and answer phones; update voicemail greetings.
• Process mail and prepare parish mailings.
• Update parishioner information (census) using PDS/Church Office software.
• Assist with parish outreach and registrations; manage Flocknote communications.
• Prepare parish schedules for Ministers and holy days.
• Update website calendar and upload bulletins in PDF.
• Oversee inventory and place orders with pastor approval.
• Coordinate facility use and calendar for staff and tenants.
• Support Safe Environment program and attend Diocese meetings as needed.
• Maintain Holy Name Facebook and other social media channels.
• Collaborate with Pastor on planning, budgeting, and administration.
• Supervise staff and volunteers; liaise with parish committees.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Pastoral sensitivity

Discretion/confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Publisher

Excel

Job description

CHURCH OF THE HOLY NAME in Nashville seeks a full-time Parish Administrative and Pastoral Assistant to support clergy and parishioners, manage records, edit the weekly bulletin, and coordinate outreach and parish events.

The role requires proficiency with Word, Publisher, and Excel, strong interpersonal skills, and a confidential, pastoral approach. You will collaborate with staff and volunteers across ministries under the Pastor's guidance.