Aide - Staff

Job Responsibilities

• Provide general clerical support, including filing, copying, organizing documents, preparing materials, maintaining records, and assisting with routine office tasks.
• Aid with the daily operations of the parish office and provide support to staff members with administrative and organizational needs.
• Welcome parishioners, visitors, volunteers, and guests in a friendly and professional manner.
• Answer routine questions and direct inquiries to the appropriate staff member or ministry.
• Answer phones, respond to routine inquiries, take messages, distribute information, and assist with parish communications as directed.
• Aid with the preparation, setup, coordination, and cleanup of parish events, meetings, Masses, ministry activities, religious education programs, and community gatherings.
• Help maintain clean, organized, and welcoming parish spaces. Assist with room setup, event preparation, supplies, and other facility-related needs.
• Provide general assistance to parish ministries, programs, and volunteers as assigned by parish staff.
• Provide courteous and respectful assistance to parishioners and help connect individuals with appropriate parish resources, programs, or staff.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling parish records, personal information, correspondence, and other sensitive matters.
• Work cooperatively with the Pastor, clergy, parish staff, volunteers, ministry leaders, and members of the parish community.
• Represent the parish in a positive, respectful, and welcoming manner and demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of individuals and families within the parish community.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by the Pastor, Parish Administrator, or designated supervisor.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous administrative, office, customer service, nonprofit, volunteer, or parish experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A friendly, welcoming, and service-oriented approach.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Able to work effectively with clergy, staff, volunteers, parishioners, and visitors.
• Basic computer, email, and office technology skills.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
• Flexible and willing to assist with a variety of parish activities and needs.
• Respect for and willingness to support the mission, values, and Catholic identity of the parish.

Benefits

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence. As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events.