PARISH ADMINISTRATOR
Position Announcement
Accountable to................ Pastor
Status...................................... Full-time, exempt position[1]
Salary..................................... $38,000
Benefits................................ Paid vacation and holidays
About Peace Lutheran Church
Peace is a vibrant, growing faith community in the Brazos Valley, committed to welcoming all people, deepening faith, and living out justice and hospitality.
Position Summary
Peace seeks an experienced, mission-oriented parish administrator to serve as the operational heart of the congregation in College Station — providing administrative and facilities leadership so the pastor can focus on pastoral and programmatic work. The parish administrator is the primary in-person presence in the church office and first point of contact for members, guests, and vendors.
Essential Responsibilities
Office, Communications and Support
· Anchor the parish office as its primary in-person presence, managing communications (phone, email, in-person) with discretion and pastoral sensitivity, and maintaining a well-organized, hospitable environment.
· Manage the congregation’s calendar of events; assist with the pastor’s calendar and correspondence; support preparation for congregation council meetings and the annual meeting of the congregation; assist with logistics for weddings, funerals, baptisms, and other pastoral offices.
· Finalize and print all worship bulletins (drafted by the director of music) and manage parish-wide announcements.
· Oversee basic parish communications: keep the website current, manage the e-newsletter, and oversee facility and event signage.
Facilities Management
· Serve as primary staff contact for building operations across parish property; manage vendor contracts; manage rental/tenant relationships, including music lessons in the sanctuary; liaise with the buildings and grounds committee; coordinate building security and access.
Qualifications
Required: At least 3 years administrative management experience (nonprofit, faith community, or similar preferred); strong written and verbal communication skills; discretion with confidential information; genuine commitment to the congregation’s mission.
Preferred: Familiarity with Christian liturgy; experience managing facilities; basic communications and website management background; Canva Image software.
Personal Attributes
A warm, self-directed, and adaptable presence who supports clergy, staff, and volunteers alike, and is committed to Peace’s values of inclusivity, justice, and generous hospitality.
Work Environment
Peace Lutheran Church is an accessible building alongside a busy, noisy road (FM 2818). The role requires sitting and computer work, use of standard office equipment, and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds.
This is a primarily an in-person position. The standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 to 4:00 with a one-hour lunch break.
How to Apply
Send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to the Rev. Stuart Wright at [email protected]
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; the position remains open until filled.
[1] Fair Labor Standards Act classification
Pay: $38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
