Coordinator - Transfiguration Parish - Wauconda - Vicariate I

The Archdiocese of Chicago, the third largest in the United States, serves more than 2.2 million Catholics in 216 parishes across Cook and Lake Counties, covering 1,411 square miles. Pastored by Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, the Archdiocese employs over 13,000 individuals in its systems and ministries, including Catholic Charities and one of the country’s largest seminaries. The Archdiocese also operates one of the largest U.S. private school systems, with over 150 elementary and secondary schools that have received 96 U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon Awards.

About the role

The Communications Coordinator is an administrative role that supports the communications of Transfiguration Parish in executing and monitoring communications strategies. This role involves creating marketing materials such as bulletin publications, social media, website, digital and print advertising, email newsletters, and other communications materials to further the mission of the parish and the Universal Catholic Church.

Responsibilities

• Create content for parish social media and other marketing platforms (website, bulletin, emails, TVs, etc.) to promote parish events and initiatives using Canva.
• Maintain the parish's presence on social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
• Produce, edit, and publish short videos.
• Capture photos at events to promote parish activities.
• Stay updated on communication trends and technology, making recommendations for strategy adjustments and researching ways to expand outreach, both online and in print.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Work independently, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and make decisions.
• Maintain effective and professional working relationships with parishioners, staff, and supervisors.
• Perform other related administrative duties as assigned by the Pastor and Business Manager.
• Assist staff with communication needs.

Requirements

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, nonverbal communications, and English grammar.
• Strong understanding of social media marketing, including effective use of Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube platforms.
• Knowledge and experience posting on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
• Knowledge of Google Suite (Google Docs, Google Slides, Gmail, Canva).
• Commitment to delivering results and utilizing data for insight.
• Able to occasionally work nights and weekends.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Passion for the Catholic faith and a desire to share this with others.
• Ability to maintain effective and professional working relationships with students, staff, supervisors, and members of the parish.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in communications, public relations, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, graphic design, or a related field required.

Schedule

• Part-time (25 hours per week).
• Monday–Friday, with weekend availability as needed.

Pay

This position has an hourly range of $20.00–$25.00. An employee’s pay within the range is based on relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, location, and business needs.

Benefits

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here.