Career Opportunities at ELPC

Job title: Administrative Assistant for the Senior Pastor, Associate Pastor for Mission Ministries, and the Associate Pastor for Educational Ministries.

Department: Program

Work Location: On site – East Liberty Presbyterian Church

Pay Grade: $34,060–$46,300

Reports to: Reports to: Acting Co-Pastors (Associate Pastor for Mission Ministries and the Associate Pastor for Educational Ministries.)

Full-time
Nonexempt

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and support the administrative function of the Pastor’s and Associate Pastors’ offices, assisting staff members in facilitating the efficiency and effectiveness of church programs
• Support administrative functions for Session and Clerk of Session, Moderator and Board of Deacons, Faith Formation Board (Youth & Young Adults, Christian Education, & Adult Education Committees), the Mission Board (Justice, Peace, Neighbors and Facing Systemic Racism Committees), Membership and Outreach Committee, Nomination’s Committee, and Finance, Stewardship, Centennial Fund, Human Resources, and Property committees
• Send out reminders of committee meetings to members serving on assigned committees
• Receive and screen incoming calls, taking clear messages and returning calls representing the Pastor and the Associate Pastors while holding information in strict confidentiality
• Support Pastors in the coordination of baptisms—send info document to parents and prepare baptism liturgy and baptism certificate
• Format sermons and print out sermons for in-house display, prepare correspondence & mailing when directed by Pastor and Associate Pastors, and maintain up-to-date and well-organized files
• Arrange for appropriate facilities and sites for conferences, retreats, and off-campus events for staff and Session
• Assist Pastors with scheduling appointments, appearances, meetings and speaking engagements upon request
• Order non-equipment administrative supplies as needed for general church operations, and as requested by staff
• Obtain clearances for new staff and volunteers and update clearances every 5 years
• Maintain the Prayer List and send out email updates of the Prayer List on a regular basis to Session, Deacons, Staff & Congregants who have requested copies
• Reserve rooms and set-ups for meetings in ACS upon the request from the Pastor and Associate Pastors.
• Maintain church database in ACS, including membership changes and visitor records as well as run related reports for staff, ELPC membership, PC/USA, etc.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for guest speakers/preachers with the Pastor and Associate Pastors
• Coordinate the Annual Report for the Congregational Meeting in February in association with the Administrative Assistant for Worship and Communication
• Prepare Officer Training Packets and support Pastors in coordinating the training, ordination & installation of incoming officers.
• Work with the Clerk of Session in preparing Session materials, minutes, and committee lists, keeping accurate records of the minutes in the Session Book (which is reviewed by the Presbytery once a year), and send the Director of Administration and Facilities information needed for ACS input
• Cooperate with the Pastor and Associate Pastors by performing any other duties when requested to do so
• Create worship bulletins in the absence of the Administrative Assistant for Worship and Communications
• Coordinate church administrative support with other administrative assistants and other duties as assigned

Position Requirements and Qualifications:

• Basic math, reading, and speaking skills.
• At least one year of experience or related employment.
• Proven administrative and desktop publishing skills.
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite and database management is necessary.
• Must also submit and clear necessary clearances as required by Child Safety Policy.

Competencies:

• Promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
• A strong faith and character, personal and professional integrity, and a sincere commitment to building significant relationships with the church and community at large.
• Comfortable working within a progressive congregation of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

Physical Requirements:

• Light work requirement, with regular (more than 2/3 of the time) hearing, fingering keyboards, seeing, sitting, video display terminals, talking
• Frequent (1/3 to 2/3 of the time) reaching, rotating, standing, walking
• Occasional (up to 1/3 of the time) bending/stooping, carrying/lifting, driving.

Evaluation

Regular review of the position description, work objectives and performance will be conducted by the Pastors.

Disclaimers:

As a church community, we strive for racial justice and peace. ELPC expects all of our employees to condemn systemic racism and speak out against any racist practices found in the workplace. Each of us plays a part in this process. This is a zero-tolerance policy and this statement applies to all employees and applicants for employment and contractors.

Please send resume and cover letter to:

East Liberty Presbyterian Church
Human Resources Department Room #103
Attn: Administrative Assistant for the Pastors
116 South Highland Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA  15206-3911

This position is for a Child Care Worker to provide care for infants and toddlers on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings in our nursery at East Liberty Presbyterian Church. The ideal candidate for this position will create a welcoming, engaging, safe, and age-appropriate environment for infants and toddlers in our care.

Job title: Child Care Worker

Department: Program

Work Location: On site – East Liberty Presbyterian Church

Pay Grade: Hourly – $15.00 per hour

Reports to: Rev. Heather Schoenewolf, Associate Pastor for Educational Ministries

Part-time
Nonexempt

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Caregiver:

• Serving infants and young toddlers on Sunday mornings and or Wednesday evenings, and as needed for other church functions.

Duties:

• Providing snacks
• Changing diapers
• Facilitate developmentally appropriate play
• Clean toys used

Relationships:

• Communicate with the Coordinator of Christian Education and Youth Ministry
• Communicate with the Young Children’s Ministry team about space, supply or programmatic needs

Position Requirements and Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with young children from diverse backgrounds in a group childcare setting
• A desire to learn about and support the spiritual formation of young children
• EXPERIENCE – Knowing and being responsible for Child Safety and Covid Policies
• Act 33/34 clearances and any additional screening needed as per our Child Safety Policies
• A strong faith and character, personal and professional integrity, and a sincere commitment to building significant relationships with the church and community at large.

Competencies:

• Promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely and successfully with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs., standing, sitting, reaching, and stretching.

Disclaimers:

East Liberty Presbyterian Church is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, or sexual orientation.

As a church community, we strive for racial justice and peace. ELPC expects all of our employees to condemn systemic racism and speak out against any racist practices found in the workplace. Each of us plays a part in this process. This is a zero-tolerance policy and this statement applies to all employees and applicants for employment and contractors.

Please send resumes and cover letters via email to Rev. Heather Schoenewolf or mail to: Child Care Worker Search Committee, 116 South Highland Avenue Pittsburgh, PA  15206-3911