ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (Part-Time)
Part-Time | 25 hours/week, Tuesday–Friday
Murray Unitarian Universalist Church, Attleboro, MA
About Murray Church
For over a century, Murray Unitarian Universalist Church has been a vibrant spiritual home to more than 150 members and friends. Rooted in love and dedicated to service, we uphold seven core values aligned with the Unitarian Universalist Association. We celebrate diversity, welcome all people, and steward the earth as a designated Green Sanctuary Church. Our historic, accessible building is a hub of community life, and our office is at the heart of it all.
The Role
We are seeking a personable, highly organized, and tech-comfortable Administrative Assistant to oversee the daily operations of our busy church office. This role provides vital support to our minister, staff, and lay-led committees. It requires discretion, confidentiality, excellent written and verbal skills, emotional maturity, a people-friendly approach, and the ability to adapt in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
Office Administration
- Serve as the friendly first point of contact for visitors and callers
- Manage mail, email, deliveries, and digital/physical correspondence
- Maintain the church calendar, event scheduling, room rentals, and Zoom links
- Design and distribute the weekly e-newsletter and Order of Service (with template)
- Produce and update pamphlets, booklets, forms, and other church materials
- Maintain office supplies, equipment, and e-files
- Coordinate rentals, prepare agreements, conduct tours, and manage keys
- Prepare documentation for the May annual meeting, including committee reports
- Distribute email announcements and manage weather-related communications
- Support the annual UUA and Health certifications process and data reporting
Support for the Minister
- Coordinate the Minister’s calendar
- Prepare materials for services and ceremonies
- Facilitate the update of the outdoor marquee weekly
Committee and Community Support
Collaborate with key committees: Executive Board, Finance, Religious Exploration, Property, Deacons & Deaconesses, Membership, Music, Thrift Shop, and Food Pantry
- Record and track donations, pledges, and financial acknowledgements
- Distribute quarterly giving statements and campaign information
- Manage petty cash, CORI applications, and connection card follow-up
- Coordinate with vendors and service providers
- File weekly worship reports and assist with major events like the holiday fair
- Update select hallway bulletin boards and assist with social media
- Respond to public inquiries related to church programs and events and triage them as needed.
Qualifications
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with or willingness to learn REALM church management software
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Alignment with—and/or openness to Unitarian Universalist values
Compensation & Support
- Hourly wage: $20–$22
- Paid holidays
- Training, supervision, and ongoing support provided
- Optional benefits available from the UUA, Unitarian Universalist Association, retirement contribution after one year of service
Why is Murray Church a great place to work?
The work at Murray Church is highly meaningful to the members, friends, and the larger community. We covenant to treat each other with love and respect, which fosters a great work environment. The administrative assistant works independently and is integral to the smooth functioning of the church’s activities. We welcome your consideration for employment!