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How much do church clerk jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for church clerk in the United States is $17.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.22 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a church clerk?

A church clerk is responsible for maintaining accurate records of the church’s activities, including membership rolls, meeting minutes, and official correspondence. They often handle administrative duties such as recording baptisms, weddings, and funerals, and ensuring all church documents are properly archived. Church clerks may also prepare reports for church leadership, manage membership communication, and assist with organizing church meetings. Their role is essential for keeping the church organized and ensuring transparency within the congregation.

What is the difference between Church Clerk vs Church Secretary?

AspectChurch ClerkChurch Secretary
CredentialsTypically no formal certification requiredTypically no formal certification required
Work EnvironmentChurch offices, administrative areasChurch offices, administrative areas
Primary ResponsibilitiesMaintaining church records, recording minutes, handling official documentsManaging correspondence, scheduling, assisting with communication

The main difference between a Church Clerk and a Church Secretary lies in their primary duties. The Church Clerk focuses on maintaining official records and documenting church meetings, while the Church Secretary handles communication, scheduling, and general administrative tasks. Both roles support church operations but serve distinct functions within the church's administrative structure.

How does a church clerk typically collaborate with other church staff and members?

A Church Clerk works closely with pastors, deacons, committee leaders, and congregation members to ensure accurate record-keeping and smooth church administration. This collaboration often involves preparing and distributing meeting minutes, maintaining membership records, and handling official correspondence. The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, as the clerk acts as a central point of contact for administrative matters and helps ensure that church decisions and records are properly documented and accessible.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a church clerk?

To thrive as a Church Clerk, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in record-keeping are essential, often supported by a background in administration or office management. Familiarity with office software like Microsoft Office, church management systems, and basic accounting tools is typically required. Excellent communication, discretion, and integrity are vital soft skills for handling confidential information and interacting with church members. These skills ensure the accurate maintenance of church records, smooth administrative operations, and trust within the congregation.
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Infographic showing various Church Clerk job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 61% Full Time, 37% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,809 per year, or $17.7 per hour.

Administrative Assistant

First BaptistChurch Piney Grove Inc

Lauderdale Lakes, FL • On-site

$17 - $21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

Administrative Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Administrative Assistant embodies a warm welcome and hospitality for all who connect to First Baptist Church Piney Grove. This is a full-time position with an average of 35 hours per week, on-site.

The Administrative Assistant is a member of the Office Team who is responsible for the following: coordination of the front office and communications, church facility and equipment scheduler, assists with church database management and assists the Executive Assistant. This position works closely with all ministries, office staff, custodians, community members, and program areas of FBCPG.

CLASS: Full-Time at 35 hrs/week

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Range from $17.00/hour (Dependent upon experience and qualifications)

Work Location: In person


Education/Experience/Skills& Abilities (Preferred):

  • Passionate follower of Jesus who is growing in their faith
  • Three years of experience in front office coordination/management
  • Business Office background with focus on hospitality
  • Experience in recruiting and coordinating volunteers
  • Experience with database software
  • Significant experience with computer software (MS Office Products, Email, Adobe, etc.)
  • Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • Must be able to prioritize and manage multiple projects/tasks successfully
  • Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality
  • Background checks required

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RESULTS-BASED ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Front Office Coordination

Hospitality and Welcome

  • Embodies a warm welcome and hospitality for all who connect to the Church Office
  • Coordinates the Office Assistance to ministries
  • Coordinates support tasks from Church Leaders and Staff
  • Coordinates reminders for all committee and team meetings
  • Manages Office Church Calendar
    • Provides phone and door reception
    • Ensures all visitors sign-in
    • Responds to all requests or assists in directing requests to appropriate staff members
  • Phone Management
    • Answer all incoming calls and conduct follow-up calls to schedule appointments or events on the Church Calendar
    • Manages the general recordings of the phone answering system
    • Manage the Church Email
    • Checks general voicemail daily and responds promptly or resources accordingly
  • Receiving and Shipping
    • Retrieves daily mail from the mailbox and distributes appropriately
    • Receives packages and notifies staff of package arrivals
    • Delivers outgoing USPS mail to the mailbox for staff and ministry leaders
    • Oversees shipping of other items as needed
  • Maintains Church Office Equipment
    • Purchases office supplies for Church and maintains them in orderly and clearly labeled spaces


Church Secretary

  • Creates and Updates groups as needed in the Church database
  • Creates documents, certificates, for various ministries, as needed
  • Track Attendance Logs for groups and services submitted to the office by Deacons
  • Processes profile updates for individuals in the Church database (phone number, address changes, etc.)
  • Updates yearly database audit of information

Church Calendar and Equipment Scheduler

  • Schedules all room usage
  • Coaches Church leaders and staff on room usage request process and policies
  • Schedules equipment and other resources
  • Plan, delegate, and manage execution of assigned Church-related and rental events to meet the targeted vision, including special events, weddings, funerals, baptisms, baby dedications, concerts, staff retreats, trainings, seasonal programs, conferences, etc.
  • Develop event schedules, collaborate and coordinate with ministry leaders and departments, and ensure timely communication of event logistics.
  • Research and coordinate the booking of vendors.
  • Schedule and conduct tours/walkthroughs with prospective rental clients or ministry leaders for events.
  • Records minutes of staff meetings and emails out next day to staff
  • Supports Executive Assistant & Church staff as needed
  • Provides a professional and confidential congenial relationship with all staff
  • Print or create digital copies for Church meetings that have been provided by the Church Clerk or other staff/ministry leaders
  • Manage the Shared Drive containing church documents, such as certificates, invoices, etc.
  • Completes other responsibilities as assigned


Communications Coordination

  • Create and send phone, media, or email communication to Church about special events/services (All church services, including, Easter, midweek Bible Study, funerals, weddings Christmas Eve services, etc.)
  • Assist in the completion of announcements for Sunday Services and weekly emails
  • Obtain information for email blasts (upcoming events, special announcements, etc.)
  • Submits weekly information emails of upcoming events to ministry leaders, staff, etc.)


Financial Responsibility

  • Assists with management of the Administration budget
    • Oversee the office supplies, postal expense, ordering materials at the direction of the Executive Assistant or Administration
    • Assisting in filing receipts, invoices, confidential documents, etc.

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JOB RELATIONSHIPS
Directly reports to the Executive Assistant
Member of Office Staff Team
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The above results-based job description reflects the major requirements of the Administrative Assistant Position. It is not intended to be a detailed description of all work requirements/duties that may be inherent in the job nor shall it be construed as giving exclusive title to every function it describes.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Management, or related field is preferred.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory role, preferably within a church or non-profit organization.

Profess excellent organizational and leadership skills

Demonstrated knowledge of budgetary process

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Profess high level analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database management.