Director of Communications

Saint Philip Catholic Church seeks a Director of Communications to develop and implement communication strategies that support its mission to Know, Love and Serve God and Our Neighbor. In this multi-cultural parish, bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is essential. This role ensures clear, consistent, and engaging messaging across all platforms to foster community, promote parish life, and evangelize effectively. As an employee of the Catholic Church, this person must publicly and privately uphold the teachings of the Catholic Church, its faith and its values. All writing for publication or distribution and all social media—personal or professional—must be consistent with Catholic teachings and values.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Team Management
  • Set goals, priorities, and performance expectations for communications staff.
  • Foster collaboration and ensure alignment across print, digital, and social media efforts.
  • Review and approve major content prior to publication or distribution.
• Strategic Communication
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive communications plan aligned with Saint Philip’s mission and pastoral priorities, including internal, diocesan, and community strategies.
  • Lead strategic communication initiatives to generate support and funding for major church projects and renovations.
  • Advise clergy and leadership on communication strategies and public messaging.
  • Ensure consistency in branding, tone, and messaging across all channels.
  • Develop a strategic approach to communications for all Saint Philip ministries to foster awareness and engagement.
  • Collaborate with the Faith Formation team to increase support and engagement in faith formation offerings through strategic communications.
  • Design and enforce a user-friendly process for communication requests, including appropriate approval levels for content and timing.
• Content Oversight
  • Oversee production of bulletins, newsletters, annual reports, and other publications.
  • Ensure accuracy, quality, and theological appropriateness of all materials.
  • Coordinate editorial calendars across print and digital platforms.
• Digital and Social Media Oversight
  • Guide strategy for social media engagement and digital evangelization.
  • Monitor analytics and adjust strategies to improve reach and engagement.
  • Ensure timely and relevant online communication.
• Media Relations
  • Serve as the primary contact for media inquiries.
  • Build active relationships with local media outlets and community leaders.
  • Prepare clergy and staff for interviews and public appearances.
• Internal Communication and Event Promotion
  • Oversee promotion of liturgies, sacramental celebrations, and parish events.
  • Coordinate communication initiatives for seasons such as Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including assisting with special efforts and events outside of normal job duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in communications, with supervisory or leadership experience.
• Practicing Catholic in good standing preferred, with a strong understanding of Church teachings, traditions, and liturgy.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly desired.
• Experience working in a parish or diocesan setting preferred.
• Familiarity with Church documents and communication guidelines (e.g., USCCB resources).
• Body of work demonstrating a mature, polished, and strategic approach to communications.
• Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check and diocesan Safe Environment training.

Skills

• Strong leadership, collaboration, and team management abilities.
• Excellent bilingual English and Spanish writing, editing, public speaking, and verbal communication skills.
• High degree of computer literacy with social media platforms, content management systems, and data management on both PC and Mac platforms.
• Website development and maintenance skills, along with proficiency in associated software and technology.
• Strong experience in graphic design and video editing preferred.
• Experience managing outside contractors and vendors.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, discretion, professionalism, and pastoral sensitivity.
• Respect for and sensitivity to all cultural and ecumenical groups.
• Flexible, dependable, and willing to adjust to changing parish needs.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to multi-task.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a car.

Schedule

Regular work week, with occasional evenings and weekends to cover meetings and events.

Physical Demands

• Stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms for office workstation duties.
• Use hands to operate a computer and perform other basic office tasks.
• Talk and hear.
• Occasionally lift and carry items up to 20 pounds; heavier items require assistance.
• Close, distance, and color vision, with the ability to adjust focus.
• Occasional driving for routine errands or providing rides to others as appropriate.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment

• Indoor office setting with multiple people.
• Conversation-level noise expected.
• Smoke-free campus.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise the Digital Media Engagement Specialist and the Publications Specialist, ensuring a comprehensive team approach to all parish communications. The team must be cross-trained to support and back each other up.