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Bethany Straarup

Bethany Straarup

Lehi

Summary

Experienced administrative professional prepared to support leadership. Known for strong organizational skills, calendar management, and effective communication. Consistently ensures smooth operations, adapts to changing needs, and excels in team collaboration. Skilled in strategic planning, fostering a thriving community through innovative programming and strong interpersonal relationships. Trusted for reliability, discretion, and people-first approach. Passionate about cultivating a culture of care, excellence and kindness.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Campus Pastor

Elevation Church
08.2021 - 03.2025
  • Oversaw all guest experience teams and processes for our campus of over 1000 attendees, ensuring every guest felt seen and known in their visit.
  • Provided essential organizational support to leadership at multiple levels of the organization, anticipating their needs and implementing their ideas with excellence.
  • Recruited, developed and provided leadership and support to more than 200 volunteers.
  • Implemented innovative approaches for spiritual formation, incorporating contemplative practices and experiential learning in various settings.
  • Communicated regularly in small group and larger group settings.
  • Managed budgets, resources, and personnel within the organization, optimizing efficiency while maintaining a focus on core values and goals.
  • Strengthened spiritual community by organizing weekly worship services and events for campus members.
  • Oversaw administration and management of multiple areas of ministry.
  • Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.

Children's Director

Elevation Church
01.2015 - 08.2021
  • Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive and grow.
  • Operated under national guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
  • Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality volunteers to reduce turnover and foster stability for families and kids.
  • Supervised and managed large team of childcare volunteers to guarantee highest standards of care.
  • Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children, families, and volunteers.
  • Provided organizational support and direction for all program areas.
  • Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with volunteers and leaders to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
  • Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
  • Implemented ministry's policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.

Executive Assistant to the Director

Center for Academic Service Learning, APU
08.2013 - 05.2014
  • Managed a diverse array of administrative tasks to enable the director to focus on higher-level responsibilities.
  • Collaborated with other assistants within the organization to share best practices and streamline processes across departments.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive information, safeguarding company data and privacy concerns.
  • Provided support during team meetings by preparing agendas, taking minutes, and distributing follow-up materials to attendees.
  • Enhanced director's productivity by managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and organizing meeting materials.
  • Served as gatekeeper for incoming communications, prioritizing messages and ensuring prompt responses from the director.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

Azusa Pacific University
05-2014

Skills

  • Organizational leadership
  • Leadership development
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Operations management
  • Strategic planning
  • Workflow coordination
  • Volunteer management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organizational skills
  • Effective communication
  • Strong decision-making
  • Time management expertise

Timeline

Associate Campus Pastor

Elevation Church
08.2021 - 03.2025

Children's Director

Elevation Church
01.2015 - 08.2021

Executive Assistant to the Director

Center for Academic Service Learning, APU
08.2013 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

Azusa Pacific University

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