Parish Secretary 20%

23 September 2026
20%
Permanent position
Udligenswil

Job summary

The St. Oswald Parish in Udligenswil is seeking a reliable, friendly personality for our parish office. This is a great opportunity to work in a supportive environment.

Tasks

Manage reception, phone, and front desk services for parishioners.
Assist in administrative tasks for church events like baptisms and weddings.
Coordinate schedules, room reservations, and support parish activities.

Skills

Commercial training or equivalent experience in the office sector.
Proficient in PC applications, especially MS Office.
Friendly demeanor, discretion, and ability to engage with all generations.

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About the job

The Parish of St. Oswald Udligenswil is looking for a reliable, sociable person for our parish secretariat, starting immediately or by arrangement. You will be the first point of contact for our parishioners and will ensure a smooth operation of the secretariat's daily routine with your organisational talent.

Your Tasks

Reception, telephone and counter service as well as general information for parishioners
Administrative support of church ceremonies (baptisms, weddings, funerals)
Maintaining the parish files, filing and correspondence
Appointment coordination, room reservations and support at parish events
Collaboration with the pastoral area team, the church council and other committees
Deputising for the secretariat during colleagues’ holidays and absences

Your Profile

Commercial basic training or equivalent experience in secretarial work
Confident PC user skills (MS Office)
Friendly, courteous manner and discretion in handling sensitive matters
Independent, precise working style and enjoyment in contact with people of all generations
Identification with the values of the Catholic Church
Flexibility for holiday cover assignments

We Offer

A 20% workload, consisting of a fixed half-day per week plus additional, planned assignments as holiday cover
A varied role in a manageable, family-like team
Employment conditions according to the guidelines of the Roman Catholic Church of the Canton of Lucerne
A workplace in the heart of the village of Udligenswil

Interested?

For questions, please contact Karin Henseler, Chairwoman of the Church Council, by phone at 079 259 27 90.

We look forward to receiving your written or electronic application at:
Church Council of the Parish of St. Oswald Udligenswil
Kirchrainstrasse 6, 6044 Udligenswil
karin.henseler@kpm.ch