Administrative Coordinator
Great Plains Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church
Topeka, Kansas
Full-Time | Exempt | In-Office
Salary: $50,000-$55,000 annually
Join Our Team
The Great Plains Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and service-minded Administrative Coordinator to join our Administrative Services team.
This position plays an important role in supporting Conference operations by assisting with payroll, benefits administration, onboarding, financial processes, clergy administration, and other key organizational functions. The ideal candidate enjoys working behind the scenes to ensure processes run smoothly, values confidentiality, and thrives in a collaborative office environment.
If you enjoy working with people, solving problems, managing details, and supporting meaningful work that serves churches across Kansas and Nebraska, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist with payroll processing and related administrative functions.
- Perform information reconciliation and maintain accurate records.
- Assist with employee and clergy onboarding and orientation.
- Support pension and benefits enrollment for employees and clergy.
- Assist during clergy appointment and charge conference seasons.
- Provide administrative support for Conference boards and committees.
- Assist with annual audit and budget preparation activities.
- Prepare and enter journal entries and other financial information as assigned.
- Participate in staff meetings, committee meetings, conferences, and special projects.
- Perform other administrative duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For
Successful candidates will possess:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Minimum of two years of administrative office experience.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong mathematical and analytical abilities.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects while maintaining accuracy.
- High level of discretion and confidentiality.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other standard office software.
- Experience with payroll, benefits, accounting, or human resources is preferred but not required.
- A willingness to support the mission and ministry of the Great Plains Annual Conference and be sympathetic to the Christian faith and The United Methodist Church.
Work Environment
- Full-time, salaried exempt position.
- Salary range: $50,000-$55,000 annually.
- This is an in-office position located in Topeka, Kansas.
- Occasional travel, including limited overnight travel, may be required.
- Standard office environment utilizing computers, telephones, copiers, and other office equipment.
Why Join the Great Plains Conference?
Our employees are part of a team dedicated to supporting local churches and ministries throughout Kansas and Nebraska. We value collaboration, integrity, excellence, and service while providing an environment where employees can learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants who are committed to professionalism, teamwork, and serving others.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Topeka, KS 66603 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Topeka, KS 66603: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
