Executive Assistant - Chaplain Services

Is God calling you to ministry?

For over 70 years, The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) has proclaimed the Gospel through its various ministries. Whether you work at our headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Training Center at the Cove (BGTC) inAsheville, North Carolina, Blue Ridge Broadcasting (BRB) in Asheville, North Carolinaor a field office abroad, you are part of a team of committed Christians working together to reach people to the ends of the earth with the Gospel.

CHRISTIAN PURPOSE AND EXPECTATIONS:

All employees proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through their employment, and thereby further BGEA’s religious mission.

Department Detail –The Human Resources department mission is to demonstrate (proclaim) the Gospel of Jesus Christ in “what” it does for the ministry, the HR employees and their families and “how” they do it. They will also come alongside their employees to encourage, counsel and support them in their response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ in all they do.

Job Summary –As an integral part of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA), the Executive Assistant will support the Chaplain of the BGEA to strategically engage with the staff of the BGEA.  This position will be responsible for administering  the programs of the chaplain office as well as providing administrative support to the Chaplain.

Ministry Requirements

• Maintains a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
• Faithfully upholds BGEA in prayer
• Participates in daily BGEA staff devotions including Bible reading, and leading group prayer as schedule permits
• Demonstrates behavior aligned with BGEA’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Hallmarks, policies, and expectations
• Effectively represents Jesus Christ to those within both personal and professional spheres of influence

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides assistance and support to BGEA’s Senior Advisor & Executive Spokesperson, Billy Graham Library/Staff Chaplain, in the execution of daily ministry, to ensure good communication and coordination with all appropriate parties.
• Supports supervisor as assigned in his relationship and work with the President’s office.
• Assists and supports supervisor in his role as a member of BGEA’s Board of Directors and various Board committees
• On a daily basis, proactively stays abreast of BGEA public-facing ministry initiatives, as well as internal events, processes, and deadlines - along with ever-evolving cultural dynamics - in order to inform supervisor on matters of importance that are relevant to the fulfillment of his roles.
• Supports and strengthens chaplaincy to BGEA's staff by facilitating excellent devotions.
• Implements process for invitations, confirmations and follow up with daily speakers.
• Supplies chaplain with needed information to effectively emcee daily devotions.
• Works with VMS and other staff to ensure technical excellence each morning - requires regular utilization of Planning Center online.
• Assist as needed with BGEA worship team logistics? (subject to review and adjustment)
• Serves as a contact point for messages and appointment requests, ensuring they are brought to his attention promptly.
• Brief supervisor regularly on upcoming appointments, deadlines, and matters for attention and action.
• Serves as the primary communication point when the chaplain is out of the office, including facilitating response to emergency situations.
• Supports and strengthens chaplaincy to BGEA's staff by being alert to, and prayerful for, situations of employee need.
• Coordination of efforts with Chaplain Care Associate who specializes in engaging with BGEA women (mostly by phone, text, and email – occasional visits)
• Supports and strengthens chaplaincy to BGEA's staff by discovering and suggesting additional resources and ways of effectively nurturing our staff.
• As requested, assists supervisor with travel authorizations, scheduling and arrangements, and expense reporting.
• Support as Senior Advisor and Executive Spokesperson for the Billy Graham Library by monitoring Library calendar of events and gathering information for supervisor engagement.
• Attend Library events as assigned.
• Support for supervisor’s involvement as a BGEA Board member, with dates for meetings and calls, communication among Board members, and development of materials as assigned.
• As authorized, act on supervisor’s behalf in designated matters.
• Assists supervisor as requested with research and other projects.

Marginal Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs other duties in the Human Resources or Chaplain department

Job Specifications

Skills and Knowledge

• Proficient in MS Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and in Workday/PeopleSoft or other HRIS systems
• Accuracy/quality control – must demonstrate accuracy & thoroughness and monitor own work to ensure quality
• Ability to work independently, multi–task, manage time wisely; handle confidential and sensitive material with highest degree of integrity
• Pro-active attitude with ability to stay focused and maximize time efficiently
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Physical/Mental Demands

• Ability to quickly learn and implement new technology practices
• The ability to convey information to another effectively and efficiently in written and verbal form.

Working Conditions

• Conventional office environment
• 5% travel required

Mission Statement

Continuing the lifelong work of Billy Graham, the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association exists to support and extend the evangelistic calling and ministry of Franklin Graham by proclaiming the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ to all we can by every effective means available to us and by equipping the church and others to do the same.

Statement of Faith

These core beliefsmakeup thefoundation upon whichall ourministryendeavorsare based.

• Webelievethe Bibleto betheinspired,the onlyinfallible,authoritativeWordofGodrevealing thelove ofGod to the world.  (1Thessalonians2:13;2Timothy3:15-17;John 3:16).
• WebelievethatthereisoneGod,eternallyexistent in three persons: Father,Son,and HolySpirit.
  (Matthew28:19; John 10:30;Ephesians4:4-6).
• Webelieveinthe deityofthe LordJesusChrist,inHisvirgin birth,inHissinlesslife,inHismiracles,inHis vicariousand atoning death through His shed blood on the cross,in Hisbodilyresurrection,inHisascensionto theright handofthe Father,andinHispersonalreturninpowerand glory. (Matthew 1:23;John 1:1-4 and1:29;Acts1:11and 2:22-24;Romans8:34;1Corinthians15:3-4;2 Corinthians5:21; Philippians2:5-11;Hebrews1:1-4 and 4:15).
• Webelievethatall men everywhere are lostandfacethe judgmentofGod,thatJesusChrististhe onlyway of salvation,andthat forthe salvationoflostand sinfulman, repentanceofsinandfaithinJesusChristresultsin regeneration bythe HolySpirit.Furthermore, we believethatGod willreward the righteouswitheternal life inheaven,andthatHe willbanish the unrighteousto everlasting punishment inhell.(Luke24:46-47;John 14:6;Acts4:12;Romans3:23;2Corinthians5:10-11;Ephesians1:7 and2:8-9; Titus3:4-7).
• Webelieveinthe present ministryofthe HolySpirit,whose indwelling enablesthe Christian tolive agodly life. (John 3:5-8;Acts1:8and 4:31; Romans8:9;1 Corinthians2:14;Galatians5:16-18;Ephesians6:12;Colossians2:6-10).
• Webelieveinthe resurrection ofboththe saved andthe lost;the saved untothe resurrection ofeternallife and the lostuntothe resurrection ofdamnationandeternalpunishment.(1 Corinthians15:51-57; Revelation20:11-15).
• Webelieveinthe spiritual unityofbelieversinthe LordJesusChristand thatall true believersaremembersofHisbody, the church.  (1 Corinthians12:12,27; Ephesians1:22-23).
• Webelievethattheministryofevangelism(sharing andproclaiming themessage ofsalvationonlypossiblebygrace throughfaithinJesusChrist)and discipleship(helpingfollowersofChristgrowup intomaturityinChrist)isa responsibilityofallfollowersofJesusChrist.  (Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15;1 Peter 3:15).
• WebelieveGod’splanfor humansexualityisto be expressed onlywithinthe contextofmarriage,that Godcreatedman andwoman asunique biologicalpersonsmadefor each other.Godinstitutedmonogamousmarriage between male andfemale asthefoundation ofthefamilyand the basicstructure of human society.Forthisreason,we believethat marriageisexclusivelythe union ofonegeneticmale andone geneticfemale. (Genesis2:24;Matthew19:5-6; Mark10:6-9;Romans1:26-27;1 Corinthians6:9).
• We believe that we must dedicate ourselves to prayer, to the service of our Lord, to His authority over ourlives, and to the ministry of evangelism.  (Matthew 9:35-38; 22:37-39, and 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15 and 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10; Colossians 2:6-10; 1 Peter 3:15).
• We believe that human life is sacred from conception to its natural end; and that we must have concern for the physical and spiritual needs of our fellowmen.  (Psalm 139:13; Isaiah 49:1; Jeremiah 1:5; Matthew 22:37-39; Romans 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10).
• We believe God wonderfully and immutably creates each person a biological male or female.  These two distinct, but complementary sexes together reflect the image and likeness of God.  Rejection of one’s biological sex is a rejection of God’s merciful design and creative order.  (Genesis 1:26-27; Mark 10:6; 1 Corinthians 6:9; Deuteronomy 22:5).

Expectations for Ministry Employment

Asan employee ofBillyGrahamEvangelisticAssociation:

• I acknowledge that the Lord Jesus Christ is my personal Savior and that I am a personal representative of Him.
• I understand that BGEA is a Christian organization whose purpose is proclaiming the message of the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ throughout the world.
• I agree that the purpose of my employment with BGEA is to further its Christian purpose, that I am prepared to assist in accomplishing that purpose, and that my role with BGEA plays a vital part in carrying out its Christian purpose and mission.
• I understand that I must exhibit conduct that is consistent with BGEA’s expectations, whether at work or away from work, in keeping with scriptural teachings and principles as set forth in God’s Word, BGEA’s Statement of Faith, and BGEA’s policies including Christian Conduct.
• I understand that BGEA has the right and the responsibility to ensure that its Christian religious purpose is carried on with the highest standards and is not harmed or impeded by conduct that is inconsistent with the Bible, BGEA’s Statement of Faith, its Christian religious purpose, or its policies
• I understand that any of my conduct which is not in keeping with the scriptural teachings and principles as set forth in God’s Word, BGEA’s Statement of Faith, and BGEA’s policies, is inconsistent with BGEA’s Christian religious purpose.
• I understand that if my conduct is determined by BGEA to be inconsistent with its Christian religious purpose, the result will be corrective action up to and including termination from employment.

The Title VII Exception for Employment

The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) is a faith-based religious organization committed to spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ through every effective means.  Consistent with our charitable purpose to share the Christian faith, a requirement for employment at BGEA is affirmation and adherence to our Christian Statement of Faith.  Our Statement of Faith prerequisite for employment is based upon federal law set forth in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000e-1.