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Roman Catholic Diocese of Tucson

Secretary

Morenci, AZ · On-site

Parish Secretary Status: Part time Exemption Status : Non-exempt Salary Grade : 21 Department ... Support the pastoral and spiritual mission of the Diocese and the Catholic Church * Shall abide by ...

Roman Catholic Diocese of Tucson

Secretary

Morenci, AZ · On-site

Parish Secretary Status: Part time Exemption Status : Non-exempt Salary Grade : 21 Department ... Support the pastoral and spiritual mission of the Diocese and the Catholic Church * Shall abide by ...

Catholic Diocese of Lansing

Parish Secretary

Owosso, MI · On-site

The Parish Secretary provides administrative, clerical, and communication support for the parish ... Paul Church and St. Joseph Oratory. This position reports to the Pastor and/or Business Manager and ...

Catholic Diocese of Lansing

Parish Secretary

Owosso, MI · On-site

The Parish Secretary provides administrative, clerical, and communication support for the parish ... Paul Church and St. Joseph Oratory. This position reports to the Pastor and/or Business Manager and ...

Diocese of Gaylord

Secretary

Cedar, MI · On-site

Secretary Holy Rosary of Cedar Employment Type: Part-time Location: Cedar, MI Summary: This ... Maintains church calendar. * Maintains the sacramental record-keeping system, plus mass intentions.

Archdiocese of St. Louis

Secretary

Wentzville, MO · On-site

The secretary promotes the mission and values of the Catholic Church and the school while providing professional, confidential, and efficient administrative services. Job Responsibilities ...

Archdiocese of St. Louis

Secretary

Wentzville, MO · On-site

The secretary promotes the mission and values of the Catholic Church and the school while providing professional, confidential, and efficient administrative services. Job Responsibilities ...

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As of Sep 8, 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 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?

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.

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.
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Part-time Secretary

Douglas, AZ • On-site

Roman Catholic Diocese of Tucson and Affiliated Organizations
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$15.57/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support the pastoral and spiritual mission of the Diocese and the Catholic Church.

  • Manage department mail, including pickup and delivery of post office and other mail.

  • Answer and handle correspondence and telephone calls in a professional and courteous manner.

Job description

Immaculate Conception Church
Job Description
Job Title: Parish Secretary Status: Part Time
Exemption Status: Non-exempt
Department/Location: Immaculate Conception Church / Douglas, AZ
Primary Function: Under the direction of the Office Manager and/or Pastor is responsible for performing a variety of secretarial and administrative support duties. The Employee shall be a minister of the Gospel and Catholic Teaching both academically and behaviorally while at work and in his/her personal life, “…Live in a manner worthy of the call you have received.” (Eph. 4:1)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Support the pastoral and spiritual mission of the Diocese and the Catholic Church
  • Shall abide by Catholic principles in the employee’s professional and private life and shall govern his/her professional and private life in strict accordance with Catholic morals and principles to demonstrate complete adherence to Catholic moral strictures.
  • With oversight, be responsible for department mail including pickup and delivery of post office and other mail.
  • Work collaboratively with employees; provide assistance as necessary.
  • Foster communications and work collaboratively with all parish employees and diocesan employees
  • Answer and handle correspondence and telephone calls in a professional and courteous manner
  • File and maintain records as required
  • Provide secretarial and word-processing support as required including composing and typing of correspondence
  • Always maintain physical and information security; respect confidentiality and privacy of all persons contacted.
  • Provide support to other department personnel as required
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Physical/Mental Requirements: Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.
Required Activities: Walking, sitting standing, stooping, reaching, talking, hearing, carrying, and keyboarding
Basic Qualifications:
  • A working knowledge of, and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church; must also be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church
  • Minimum typing speed of 40 WPM; Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing, the use of excel and related technology.
  • Excellent communications skills including written, verbal, public speaking, and presentation skills; ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player
  • Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check
  • Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance
Education and Experience:
  • Graduation from a 2-year college in Business or Public Administration or equivalent experience
  • A minimum of one year’s experience as a secretary or administrative assistant in a small, medium, or large firm or equivalent experience
Other:
  • Proficiency in Spanish preferred but not required.
Covenants of Employment:
  • Immaculate Conception Church is a Roman Catholic religious organization and that all employees are expected to respect and conduct themselves in accordance with the values, teachings, and morals of the Roman Catholic Church and by Arizona state law. Under the “Zero Tolerance Policy”, no one will be knowingly assigned or retained to serve in the parish when that person is determined to have engaged in the abuse of a minor or to have violated boundaries in dealing with minors.

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