The Manager, church relations position is an integral part of the Spiritual Life team here at Pepperdine University! This position will coordinate and manage the ministries and programs of the department, as well as oversee its administrative responsibilities.

Duties

• Coordinate the logistics of the AWP Fall Festival and receptions; coordinate the annual meetings and attend the board's monthly meetings; maintain accurate records in Raiser's Edge; oversee the scholarship committee selection process; maintain and update AWP website; coordinate and oversee membership correspondence and newsletters; oversee the budget and fiscal responsibilities.
• Coordinate and oversee a variety of area events related to Church Relations, such as E2 and Christian Education Sundays.
• Oversee specific aspects of the annual Bible Lectures, including but not limited to meal programs, food services, ticketing, and student workers.
• Coordinate payments, speaker contracts, and requisitions for the department.
• Hire and oversee the student workers for the office.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Uphold University mission through work performed.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Skills and Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience.
• An active member of a local Church of Christ.
• Three or more years of general administrative experience; job-related experience with organizing, promoting, and coordinating events; experience with corporate payment systems and budgets.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

Preferred

• Experience with Raiser's Edge (fundraising), Simpler (accounting), Workfront (project management) and event registration systems.

Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences, and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people, property, information, and the University’s reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

This is a Regular, Nonexempt, 40 hour per week position.

Expected Pay Range: $28.55 - $31.73 per hour

The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this position at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level. In addition to base pay, Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package.

Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.