Share Email Opening Title Administrative Assistant for Communication GSR (1/2) and MEI/WCM (1/2) Close Date: 9/18/15  Ministry Team Global Sharing of Resources and Mission Education & Interpretation of Global Ministries/WCM   Reports To Minister and Team Leader, GSR and Executive for Mission Education and Interpretation GM/WCM   FLSA Status Non-exempt   Salary Grade Grade 5   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Category National and Global Ministries, Cleveland, Ohio   Starting Salary   Description GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION:   Provide administrative support to programs of UCC Wider Church Ministries that are administered by the Global Sharing of Resources team (development, disaster, refugee and volunteer ministries) and by the Mission Education and Interpretation team of Global Ministries of the UCC/Disciples of Christ. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Become and remain conversant with breadth of the United Church of Christ; in particular, programs of Disaster, Volunteer, Refugee, and Sustainable Development Ministries (UCC’s Global Sharing of Resources) and of the UCC/Disciples of Christ Global Ministries with ability to interpret primary program and partnership goals.   Implement web postings and monitor websites for Global Ministries and for the UCC’s Global Sharing of Resources program areas.   Format print and on-line documents and resources that are neat, creative, grammatically correct and free of spelling and typographical errors.   Initiate and receive phone calls and correspondence by mail, e-mail or on-line platforms.  Respond directly to questions and/or forwarding to other appropriate staff.   Maintain an accurate inventory of resources for Global Ministries and for the Global Sharing of Resources program areas.  Coordinate the inventory of resources handled by United Church Resources. Review invoices for resource materials (as requested) check for accuracy and prepare check requisitions.   Work closely with other Global Ministries staff and other UCC national staff in coordinating display materials and resource requests.  Coordinate large mailings.   Coordinate people to attend UCC Conference and Disciples Regional meetings with displays.  Coordinate schedule for resource people at the displays of national church meetings such as the UCC’s General Synod and Disciples’ General Assembly.   Serve as administrative liaison for volunteer placement and service through UCC Volunteer Ministries’ programs and networks which includes, but is not limited to, maintaining accurate databases, administering the reception of all volunteer/intern applications and correspondence with volunteers related to their stage of service.   Participate as part of staff teams in coordination of meetings and large events.   Willing to take on new and creative ad hoc tasks, as needed.   Position Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To perform job satisfactorily, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill, and/or ability required.   High School Diploma or equivalent, and a minimum of three years of demonstrated administrative experience.   Excellent written and verbal English language skills, including proofreading skills and attention to details.   Ability to work independently and as part of a staff team, working with multiple colleagues, supervisors, and staff teams at once, negotiating and setting priorities to accomplish diverse assignments in a timely manner.   Ability to maintain and properly handle confidential or sensitive information.   Knowledge of or willingness to learn to be conversant with the United Church of Christ, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and national and international partner churches and organizations.   Proficient in Word, Power point, Outlook and Excel.  Experience with database use, such as Filemaker Pro, and ease with adapting to new technology.   Website posting experience: posting content, updating pages, creating links, some HTML with the ability to learn new systems.   Human relations skills to interact effectively with persons of diverse backgrounds and cultures; to be collaborative with capacity for relationship building; and to communicate in ways that value “customer service.”   This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for the position and is subject to review and change at any time in accordance with the needs of the ministry. Since no job description can detail all duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a position, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a position shall also be considered part of the position holder’s responsibility. It is expected that the person who holds this position will conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the policies of the UCC and in a manner that will reflect positively on the organization. All staff are encouraged to nurture safety within the work performed on behalf of the UCC by being attentive to self-care, education, maintaining appropriate boundaries, and the importance of referring those in need to supportive and helpful resources. The United Church of Christ, National Setting, is a Multicultural, Multiracial, Open and Affirming, Accessible to All, Equal Opportunity Employer.   Comprehensive Benefits Package Employer paid health, dental, pension, and life benefits   Application Deadline September 18, 2015   About the Organization The United Church of Christ Our faith is 2000 years old. Our thinking is not. We believe in God's Continuing Testament. We believe in Extravagant Welcome We believe the church's mission is to Change Lives   EOE Statement The United Church of Christ National Setting celebrates diversity and an inclusive environment for all employees. We are committed to a workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the broad spectrum of our diverse society. We endeavor to recruit employees from backgrounds that vary by race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, genetic information, past, present or future service in the uniformed services, religion, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local law. We are proud to be a multicultural, multiracial, open and affirming, accessible to all, equal opportunity employer.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://UCC.appone.com

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