Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church is hiring: Administrative Assistant in Lansing

Overview

Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church (PRBC) is seeking a detail-oriented and welcoming Administrative Assistant to support our church office. This role is ideal for someone organized, computer-savvy, and people-friendly who enjoys keeping operations running smoothly while contributing to a positive team environment.

What You’ll Do

• Greet visitors and answer phones/email with warmth and professionalism
• Open, sort, and distribute mail and packages
• Keep office and supply areas organized; assist with ordering supplies
• Create, prepare, and copy documents, packets, and materials for meetings and classes
• Assist with updating the church calendar and sending reminders
• Support rentals of church facilities (responding to inquiries, processing forms, coordinating details with staff)
• Provide event coordination support, including scheduling, and preparing materials
• Create flyers, handouts, and simple graphics using tools like Canva or similar platforms
• Provide general office support for staff and ministry leaders as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Education: High school diploma (or equivalent) required
• Previous office or administrative experience preferred
• Strong organization and multitasking skills
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and Canva (or similar design tools)
• Familiarity with social media platforms (posting, scheduling, basic engagement)
• Friendly, reliable, and able to maintain confidentiality
• A team player with strong communication skills

What It Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to operate office equipment. The role involves frequent use of eyes for reading, computer work, and other detailed tasks.

Occasional lifting of materials up to 25 pounds may be required. The position may also involve reaching, bending, and moving throughout the church campus. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Why Join Us

• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Supportive and faith-centered environment
• Opportunity to accrue paid vacation and sick time
• Opportunity for professional growth and training
• Opportunity to use your skills in both administration and creativity
• Be part of a team that makes a positive difference in the community

To apply, visit us at https://PRBCLansing.org/Careers

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Administrative
• Industries: Religious Institutions