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Senior Secretary

Omaha, NE · On-site

$35K/yr

JR2026-00027905 Senior Secretary (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 07-25-2026 ** The (Judicial Branch) does not sponsor STEM ...

Senior Secretary

Pierre, SD · On-site

$3.1K - $3.8K/mo

Senior Secretary Pierre, SD/Aberdeen, SD/Sioux Falls, SD/Rapid City, SD (Onsite) Long-term Contract/Full-time Permanent Role and Responsibilities: * Work as a Team in collaboration with other staff ...

Senior Secretary

Brookings, SD · On-site

$2.9K - $3.5K/mo

Senior Secretary The Department Housing and Residential Life is currently seeking a senior secretary to join our dynamic team! The successful candidate will join a student-centered, innovative, and ...

Senior Secretary

Omaha, NE · On-site

$35K/yr

JR2026-00027905 Senior Secretary (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 07-25-2026 ** The (Judicial Branch) does not sponsor STEM ...

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Senior Secretary

Wheaton, IL

$3.1K - $3.7K/mo

# work weeks / year # hours / day Shift Hourly rate Annual shift stipend 38 5.5 N/A $19.56 N/A This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and is eligible for insurance benefits.

Senior Secretary

Wheaton, IL

$3.1K - $3.7K/mo

# work weeks / year # hours / day Shift Hourly rate Annual shift stipend 52 7.55 N/A $21.07 N/A This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and is eligible for insurance benefits.

Senior Secretary

Naperville, IL · On-site

$19.56/hr

Job Title Work weeks per year: 38 Hours per day: 5.5 Shift hourly rate: $19.56 Annual shift stipend: N/A This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and is eligible for insurance ...

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How much do church secretary jobs pay per month?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average monthly pay for church secretary in the United States is $3,564.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $3,166.67 and $3,833.33 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What church jobs pay the most?

Church administrative roles such as church administrators or executive pastors tend to have higher salaries, often ranging from $50,000 to over $100,000 annually depending on the size and budget of the church. Positions requiring advanced education, leadership skills, and experience, like church business managers or directors, typically offer higher pay within church staff roles.

How to become a church secretary?

To become a church secretary, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and strong organizational, communication, and computer skills. Experience with office management and familiarity with church operations or religious environments can be beneficial; some positions may also require proficiency in word processing and scheduling software.

What are the main responsibilities of a church secretary?

A church secretary is responsible for managing the administrative tasks of a church. This typically includes answering phone calls, handling correspondence, maintaining church records, scheduling events, and preparing bulletins or newsletters. They often serve as the first point of contact for visitors and members, helping to coordinate communication between church staff, members, and the community. Organizational skills, confidentiality, and a welcoming attitude are essential for this role.

What are the duties of the church secretary?

A church secretary is responsible for managing administrative tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, maintaining church records, preparing correspondence, and coordinating communication within the church. They often use office software and may handle bookkeeping or event planning to support church operations.

What are some common challenges faced by a Church Secretary and how can they be managed?

A Church Secretary often juggles multiple responsibilities, from managing schedules and preparing bulletins to handling confidential member information and coordinating communication between staff, clergy, and congregants. One common challenge is balancing administrative duties with unexpected tasks or urgent needs that arise. Staying organized, setting clear priorities, and maintaining open lines of communication with church leadership can help manage these challenges effectively. Familiarity with office software and church management systems is also beneficial for streamlining daily tasks and ensuring smooth operations.

What is the highest salary of a secretary?

The highest salaries for secretaries, including church secretaries, can reach around $50,000 to $60,000 annually, typically for those with extensive experience, specialized skills, or supervisory responsibilities. Factors such as location, employer size, and additional certifications can influence earning potential.

What Does a Church Secretary Do?

A church secretary oversees the operation of the church office and assists the pastors and staff with a variety of administrative duties. As a church secretary, your responsibilities include answering phone calls, managing schedules, filing, and generating programs for services. You also record personal data regarding new members of the congregation, visitors, and a variety of other issues affecting the church. Some of this data may involve church finances, so basic bookkeeping is a good skill for most church secretary positions. Your job is to ensure that the church it is running efficiently, accurately, and with discretion for people’s personal information.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Church Secretary, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Church Secretary, you need strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and proficiency in office administration, usually supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with office software such as Microsoft Office Suite, church management systems, and basic bookkeeping is typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, discretion, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups are essential soft skills. These competencies ensure efficient church operations, accurate record-keeping, and positive interactions within the congregation and community.
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Infographic showing various Church Secretary job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 61% Full Time, 36% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,778 per year, or $20.6 per hour.

Senior Secretary

Son

Omaha, NE • On-site

$35K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago


Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Supreme Court - Agency 5


Location:

Omaha, NE


Hiring Rate:

$16.954


Job Posting:

JR2026-00027905 Senior Secretary (Open)


Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

07-25-2026


Job Description:

** The (Judicial Branch) does not sponsor STEM (form i-983) or non-immigrant work visas for this position. **


The Judicial Branch offers:

Health & Wellness

  • 79% employer-paid health and prescription insurance

  • Dental and vision insurance plans available to purchase

  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, available to purchase

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support

  • Flex Spending (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Financial Security

  • 156% state-matched of the first 4.8% contribution to retirement plan

  • FREE $20,000 Life Insurance Policy

  • Optional Life Insurance and AD&D available to purchase

Paid Time Off & Leave

  • 13 paid holidays annually

  • Paid vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately

  • Military leave and Funeral/Bereavement leave

Professional Growth

  • Paid training to develop your skills

  • Free continuing education credits to maintain professional certifications

  • Access to specialized courses through Judicial Branch Education

  • Opportunity for bilingual pay

Job Description

This classification level is responsible for providing receptionist duties and clerical office support to district offices. Responsibilities include performing front desk duties to check-in probationers; answering phone calls and providing general office and program information; contacting probation officers and other staff for appointments/meetings, pre-sentence interviews; opening and closing case intake files; maintaining case documents such as violations; preparing standard and routine legal documents, letters and correspondence or from dictations e.g. jail waivers, travel permits; tracking, compiling and maintaining routine case information e.g. criminal history, driver's license etc.; processing daily incoming and outgoing mails; answering calls and providing general information; may provide guidance to entry secretarial staff.

Location: 8313 Spring Plaza, Omaha, NE

Work Schedule: Some non-traditional hours may be required.

Salary and Compensation:

  • Starting Salary:$ $35264.16 annually (Hiring Rate).

  • Immediate Growth:Earn a 2.5% pay increase after successfully completing your probation period.

  • Starting Rate Flexibility:Higher starting pay may be considered based on education and experience, subject to final management approval.

    • Please Note:Candidates approved to start above the Hiring Rate (at or above the Minimum Permanent rate) are not eligible for the 2.5% post-probation increase.

  • Future Increases:Annual cost-of-living adjustments (applied on July 1) are subject to State Legislature approval.

Job Duties

1. Serves as a receptionist and/or answers the telephone for assigned District office or offices; determines the nature of the visit or call; directs callers to the proper office or person or takes messages as required.

2. Serves as information source for callers/visitors; provides directions as required.

3. Maintains inventory of documents, brochures, applications, etc. Distributes to visitors as requested.

4. Performs a variety of basic office support duties such as collating materials, distributing incoming mail, preparing materials for mailing, completing forms, proofreading typed or printed materials, and/or typing routine correspondence reports and other materials.

5. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

The above classification responsibilities represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.


Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Education: High school diploma or GED
  • Experience: 2 years of administrative support/clerical experience

Note: An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered.

All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education.

Knowledge

  • Customer service principles.

  • Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment.

  • Basic filing and recordkeeping principles.

  • Cashing handling techniques.

  • Basic bookkeeping techniques.

Skills

  • Using computers and related software applications.

  • Providing customer service.

  • Filing.

  • Keyboarding.

  • Using modern office equipment.

  • Counting cash and balancing accounts.

  • Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.


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