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October 15, 2026

Ministry Team Office of Public Policy and Advocacy, Washington, DC

Reports To Director/Team Leader, Office of Public Policy and Advocacy

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Salary Grade 5

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Category National Offices United Church of Christ

Starting Salary $57,000-$62,000

• Support the mission and goals of the United Church of Christ across all programs and ministries.
• Welcome visitors and answer office inquiries over the phone, by mail, or by email; provide general information regarding the work of the office.
• Maintain calendar of meetings, activities and engagements of Washington Office.
• Assist with scheduling, relationship building, and arrangements for visiting groups and individuals.
• Assist in the monitoring of the budget and expenditures, and process payment for the office.
• Assist Office Director/Team Leader in maintaining physical office space, equipment, and systems.
• Develop new digital systems and procedures alongside office staff to ease work.
• Keep office files and archives updated, well organized, and accessible.
• Make travel and housing arrangements as necessary.
• Open, read, sort and answer correspondence not requiring the direct attention of the Washington Office Director.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform successfully in this position.

• High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 3-5 years of administrative experience; knowledge of standard office procedures and proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A college degree or equivalent experience is preferred, or a combination of academic study and experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, and perform tasks with minimum supervision.
• Ability to edit materials; proof-reading skills.
• Strong commitment to professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Desire and sensitivity to work in diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious settings with commitment to pluralism in the workplace as well as in one’s understanding of mission.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and collegially as well as independently.
• High degree of computer competence required, including knowledge of MS Office 365. Familiarity with Concur, Blackbaud, and Sharepoint preferred.
• Knowledge of the UCC and its polity and structure is preferred.

This position requires work in the Washington, DC Office at least 3 days/week.

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for the position and is subject to review and change at any time in accordance with the needs of the ministry. Since no job description can detail all duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a position, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a position shall also be considered part of the position holder’s responsibility.

It is expected that the person who holds this position will conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the policies of the UCC and in a manner that will reflect positively on the organization. All staff are encouraged to nurture safety within the work performed on behalf of…