First Baptist Church is currently accepting applications and resumes for the position of Ministry Assistant. This position would be a salaried position with regular office hours and as needed on Sundays and special events (approx. 30 hours/week).

Ministry Assistant Job Description: Answer phone and greet visitors to church office Copy and send out DVD/CDs of church services to members requesting such Work with Outreach Team to upload appropriate and relevant information to the church’s website and Facebook page Assist the Pastor with preparing and mailing Welcome Letters to visitors and guests Prepare monthly Chimes newsletter in both printed and e-mail formats Prepare and organize weekly Worship Bulletin and distribute throughout church Assist with preparing and sending out The Weekly (e-mail newsletter) Inventory and order office supplies Update brochures, manuals, handouts, etc. as directed or needed Maintain and update church calendar Keep up-to-date and accurate records of contributions to the church and to assist the church's accountant and comptroller

with other financial matters, as needed Maintain up-to-date church membership roll Provide copies of agenda, minutes, financial statements, and other needed materials for bi-monthly church Business

Meetings Maintain current Family Ministry assignments for each Deacon, including dates for members’ birthdays and anniversaries Order and distribute literature and other publications Forward prayer requests to prayer chain coordinator Set up and print the Wednesday night prayer list Provide Sunday School attendance check sheets to the various departments and classes Prepare rotational schedules for deacon of the week, children’s sermon, and bank counters Assist with arrangements for weddings, including checking calendar for date, as well as securing sound technician and

custodian Refer calls for assistance to appropriate individuals or agencies Create, manage, and lead a Volunteer Team to help fulfill tasks in the office and in worship Assist the Pastoral Staff with any other tasks upon request

Job Requirements: A vital, growing relationship with Jesus Christ Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills Very strong organizational and administrative skills Competence in writing, composition, and a working knowledge of graphic design Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs Strong level of patience and flexibility Friendliness and warmth The ability to be a “non-anxious presence” for others

Reports to: Pastoral Staff:

o Pastoro Minister of Musico Associate Pastor of Family Ministryo Associate Pastor of Senior Adult Ministryo Youth Director

All interested applicants should complete the attached application and submit a resume. This information can be e-mailed to Tyler Tankersley at tyler@fbccape.com or it can be delivered/mailed to the church office at:

First Baptist ChurchATTN: Tyler Tankersley1289 Lexington Ave. Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

1289 Lexington Ave. – Cape Girardeau, Mo. 63701 – 573-335-6006 – Fax# 573-334-9693

JOB APPLICATION FORM

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I certify that information contained in this application is true and complete. I understand that false information may be grounds for not hiring me or for immediate termination of employment at any point in the future if I am hired. I authorize the verification of any or all information listed above.

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