Parish Administrative Assistant - Our Lady of Peace

Parish Administrative Assistant

The Parish Administrative Assistant supports the daily administrative operations and pastoral mission of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. As a primary point of contact for parishioners, visitors, clergy, staff, volunteers, vendors, and members of the broader community, this position provides welcoming, professional, compassionate, and confidential assistance consistent with the teachings and values of the Catholic Church. The Parish Administrative Assistant provides administrative and clerical support to the Pastor, Business Manager, parish staff, and ministries;

maintains parish information and records; assists with parish communications and scheduling; supports sacramental and liturgical administration; and helps ensure the parish office operates efficiently and serves the community with hospitality and respect. Because this position frequently receives sensitive personal, pastoral, sacramental, and financial information, the Parish Administrative Assistant must demonstrate excellent judgment and maintain strict confidentiality.

This is a full-time position with a regular work schedule established by the parish. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for parish events, Holy Days, sacramental celebrations, funerals, or other special activities.

The position generally requires the ability to: perform prolonged computer and desk work; communicate effectively by telephone and in person; move throughout parish office and facility areas as necessary; operate standard office equipment; occasionally move office supplies, records, packages, or similar materials. Reasonable accommodations should be considered consistent with applicable requirements.

The Parish Administrative Assistant is accountable for: providing reliable and professional administrative support; maintaining accurate parish and sacramental records within assigned responsibilities; protecting confidential and sensitive information; providing courteous and compassionate service to parishioners and visitors; completing assigned responsibilities accurately and promptly; supporting effective communication and collaboration among parish staff and ministries; conducting their work in a manner consistent with the Catholic mission of Our Lady of Peace.