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DIRECTOR OF PARISH SERVICES

This position requires a committed and a practicing Catholic. A 'practicing Catholic' is one who participates in the life of the Church by attending Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation, by receiving the sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist, and by living a life that is in conformity with the moral and ethical teachings of the Church. Anyone in a teaching position or a position of Parish visibility is bound by Catholic doctrine.

The Director of Parish Services is a relationship builder, inviting, connecting and supporting the many parishioners who invest their time, talent and treasure in the life of the parish. Working directly with the Pastor and the rest of the Pastoral Staff, the Director of Parish Services will look for opportunities across the life of the parish to help parishioners take their next step in discipleship and deepen their involvement. The Director of Parish Services will have a mix of responsibilities requiring both a highly strategic and pastoral mindset and project management skillset to serve within a very dynamic environment. The Director of Parish Services must be a self-starter, service-oriented, and model joy-filled discipleship. Weekend and evening presence in the parish will be required as necessary.

Specifically, the Director of Parish Services will:

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  Volunteer Leadership: Build and maintain the community of active volunteers that serve St. Patrick Parish. This includes the recruitment, training, communication, and scheduling of all ministry volunteers (special events, hospital and homebound visitation, service outreach and other ministry leads).
• Communication and Follow-up: Coordinate and increase the communication and follow-up with parishioners who are experiencing sacramental moments and other life events or parish interactions. This includes outreach to newly registered families.
• Team Leadership: Support and supervise members of the Pastoral Staff to provide the proper guidance and coordination among parish initiatives. This includes Adult Faith Formation, Music Ministry and Communications.
• Event Support: Oversee the calendar for the parish to ensure that volunteers planning events have the necessary support from the parish and that all the gathering spaces on campus are effectively and efficiently utilized. This includes leading the development and maintenance of an annual event with the School and Pastoral Staff.
• Service Outreach: Oversee the ongoing and seasonal service projects the parish hosts to invite more parishioners into serving the least among us. This includes regular communication and assessment of needs from the various agencies and ministries St. Patrick's supports, as well as the coordination of the volunteer teams that will collect, sort, package and deliver to the agencies.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of Microsoft Office, computer skills, including database software.

Excellent oral and written communication and pleasant interpersonal skills, including a helpful attitude toward parishioners, visitors and staff.

Ability to meet deadlines, trouble-shoot and multi-task.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Must excel in leadership skills, strategic and pastoral thinking, as well as manage various parish programs and events.

Other Requirements

Must be a practicing Catholic, in good standing.

College diploma, plus 5-7 years pastoral experience

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Fr. Redcay at credcay@stpatrickmalvern.org