Employment Opportunities

Christ Our Light Catholic Church

1 Maria Drive, Loudonville

Pastoral Associate for Administration

Working under the supervision of the Pastoral Associate for Administration, the incumbent supports the administrative functions of the parish and collaborates with other staff members and parishioners to further the mission of Jesus Christ as evidenced by the parish mission statement.

- Ensures smooth operation of parish office under the supervision of Pastoral Associate for Administration

- Collaborate with Parish Commissions in developing and implementing the mission.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Impart the Catholic faith in everyday life through contact with public both by telephone, in person, and through electronic media.

• Constitutive Liturgical Roles
  • Preparation of worship aids for parish funerals, weddings and other liturgical services including appropriate collateral material.
  • Scheduling, coordination, and preparation of Announcements, Prayers of the Faithful, Altar Linens, Shrine of Remembrance, Intention Requests, Children’s Bulletins, Liturgy of the Hours as well as others that may be necessary from time to time.
  • Supports parish liturgical services through maintenance of a sufficient inventory of supplies including, but not limited to, Hosts, Candles, Altar Wine, Printed envelopes.  Serves as liaison with vendor(s)

• Attends staff meetings and other committee/commission meetings as appropriate. 
• Prepares weekly bulletin and serves as liaison with bulletin publisher
• Make appropriate entries into Sacramental Records Book and issue Sacramental Certificates  upon request
• Maintain and update Food Pantry Database
• Coordinate and implement parish bulk mailings as needed
• Remit temporary offertory envelopes as necessary
• Act in compliance with Diocesan Policies and Procedures

·       Ability to multi-task and attention to detail.

·       Pastoral approach to people along the entire age spectrum

·       Possession of a driver’s license with a record of safe operation of motor vehicles.

·       Respect for the teachings and traditions of the Roman Catholic faith.

• Ability to supervise and work with clerical and volunteer positions.
• Working knowledge of computer operations and parish office equipment, including demonstrated ability in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Publisher).
• Ability to learn and implement Diocesan record keeping requirements
• Ability to communicate with and offer assistance to parish staff and organizations

·       This position required extended periods of sitting and working at a computer.

·       Ability to move about in an office setting

·       Ability to travel to bank(s) and various community locations is necessary.

·       Experience in working in a team environment in a moderate to large sized parish or business.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Pay grade: $18 to $24 hourly commensurate with experience

Ann McCauley at ann.mccauley@rcda.org

Christ the King Church

20 Sumter Ave., Albany, NY 12203

Christ the King Church is in search of an experienced Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation for Grades K-8.

The Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation is responsible for the development and administration of catechetical programs for children and their families. 

·      Active member of Roman Catholic faith community

·      Understanding of and experience in ministry

·      Ability to work collaboratively

·      Flexible

·      Ability to plan, organize and execute

·      Able to work evenings and weekends as needed

Prior experience preferred.

$32,000-$35,000 salary and benefits commensurate with experience.

Please contact LouAnn Cleary at 518-456-1644 or Lcleary@ctkparishny.org