Administrative Assistant II - Marriage Ministry & Pastoral Ministries

About the role

Lakewood Church is seeking an organized, dependable, and ministry-minded Administrative Assistant II to provide administrative, operational, and ministry support across Marriage Ministry and Pastoral Ministries. This position is primarily dedicated to supporting Marriage Ministry (approximately 80%), with the remaining 20% supporting Pastoral Ministries. Non-Exempt.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support to the Director of Marriage Ministry and the Marriage Ministry team
• Coordinate calendars, meetings, appointments, classes, events, and ministry activities
• Serve as a primary point of contact for Marriage Ministry inquiries, including phone calls, emails, correspondence, and information requests
• Coordinate with Lakewood departments to support the planning and execution of Marriage Ministry classes, events, and special initiatives
• Manage Marriage Ministry events, classes, and related information within Lakewood CMS and other ministry systems
• Maintain accurate ministry records, databases, attendance information, and event documentation
• Support the recruitment, onboarding, communication, scheduling, and development of Marriage Ministry volunteers and leaders
• Maintain regular communication with volunteer leaders regarding schedules, events, ministry needs, and upcoming opportunities
• Assist with meeting preparation, event logistics, materials, correspondence, and follow-up
• Participate in regular meetings with Marriage Ministry staff and volunteer leadership to support ministry priorities and execution
• Provide administrative support for special projects, ministry initiatives, and other Marriage Ministry needs as assigned
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism, discretion, and diplomacy
• Provide administrative and ministry support to the Sr. Director of Pastoral Ministries across assigned ministry areas and initiatives
• Assist with coordinating meetings, calendars, ministry projects, events, and departmental priorities
• Support communication and follow-up with ministry directors, staff, volunteer leaders, and other Lakewood departments
• Assist with tracking projects, action items, deadlines, and ministry initiatives to help ensure timely execution and follow-through
• Provide support for special events, weekend ministry activities, leadership meetings, and other Pastoral Ministries initiatives as needed
• Assist with special projects, research, reports, presentations, correspondence, and other assignments from the Sr. Director of Pastoral Ministries
• Help facilitate communication and coordination across Pastoral Ministries to promote alignment, collaboration, and operational effectiveness
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the overall mission and objectives of Pastoral Ministries and Lakewood Church

Qualifications

• Uncompromised commitment to Lakewood Church’s vision, values, and core beliefs
• Strong organizational and problem‑resolution skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects, identify priorities, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with a diverse population
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with proper English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and business formatting
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to handle conflict and assist with resolving problems
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment and under pressure
• Strong time‑management and prioritization skills
• Ability to work independently on projects and collaboratively with department team members
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Professional appearance and conduct
• Minimum two to five years of experience in an administrative field
• Some college (preferred)

Schedule

Sunday 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; optional work‑from‑home on Monday and Wednesday.