Parish Operations & Communications Lead

Christian Career Center; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist is seeking a Parish Administrator to oversee daily church operations and act as the primary contact for administrative and facilities management.

You will report to the priest, coordinate communications, and ensure a welcoming environment for worship and community events. You will support clergy and ministry leaders with logistics, manage church records and finances, and supervise custodial and office staff.

Qualifications

• Proven administrative office management experience.
• Church administration experience is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and databases.
• Experience with social media and web tools.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative abilities.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the church office, ensuring a welcoming environment for congregants and visitors.
• Coordinate internal and external communications, including bulletins, newsletters, emails, website updates, and social media.
• Maintain the master church calendar to coordinate facility usage for weddings, funerals, and ministry events.
• Assist in the preparation of worship materials and programs.
• Support clergy and ministry leaders with logistics, materials, and volunteer coordination.
• Respond to in-person and telephone inquiries.
• Oversee church financial records with finance team, bookkeeper, and counters.
• Maintain accurate church records, including member databases and directories.
• Oversee maintenance and security of church buildings and grounds with Buildings and Grounds Committee.
• Coordinate janitorial, landscaping, and external service providers and inventory.
• Manage facility rentals with contracts, certificates, and fees.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Social media management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Database systems

Website CMS

Job description

Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist is seeking a Parish Administrator to oversee daily church operations and act as the primary contact for administrative and facilities management.

You will report to the priest, coordinate communications, and ensure a welcoming environment for worship and community events. You will support clergy and ministry leaders with logistics, manage church records and finances, and supervise custodial and office staff.