Administrative Assistant of Faith Formation

Position Responsibilities

• Follows all guidelines set out in the archdiocesan Policy for Ministering to Minors.
• Maintain class rosters for K-12th grade Religious Education. Update binders with this information as necessary.
• Update parish software each week with the Religious Education attendance records for that Sunday and monitor Sacrament preparation attendance.
• Gather information for Sacrament records.
• Aid in the planning of First Holy Communion and Confirmation events.
• Maintain children’s book box in Main Church. Replenish and replace books as necessary, ensuring they are religious books.
• Absorb and assist with registration for Religious Education classes.
• Collaborate with the Director of Faith Formation and other staff to start up new ministries.
• Operate the ministry within the approved budget. Exceptions to the budget shall be approved by the Director of Faith Formation and the Pastor.
• Write letters for Religious Education parents. Translate letters into Spanish.
• Prepare materials for Family Catechesis in Religious Education.
• Aid in planning the children’s Christmas pageant.
• Oversee St. Mary’s High School youth group and Edge programs.
• Maintain and monitor VIRTUS training platform for all volunteers and employees.
• Attend all parish staff meetings and other meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a Catholic in good standing.
• Ability to work well and communicate with youth of all ages, their parents, adults and volunteers.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) verbal and written preferred.
• High school Diploma or equivalent.
• One year of education in theology is preferred.
• At least 1-2 years previous experience in Youth Ministry, Faith Formation or equivalent.
• Reliable transportation.
• Valid driver license.
• Valid vehicle insurance.
• Must be detail oriented, organized, self-motivated, work well independently and on a team.
• Must have good written and verbal skills.
• Previous experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point).