Parish of Mater Christi

40 Hopewell St., Albany, NY 12208

The Parish of Mater Christi is seeking a new Food Pantry Director to serve as the staff resource in support of the Pastor/PLC fulfilling the mission of the parish reflecting the heart of Jesus in providing for those in need.

The Food Pantry Director guides all food pantry activities for the parish, sets a vision in light of ever-changing needs in the community.

The Food Pantry Director also recruits, supervises, and supports volunteers to support the work of the food pantry.

This is a part-time position, approximately 25 hours/week.

Salary $20 - $25/hour, approximately 25 hours/week.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity please contact the parish office at (518)489-3204 or email info@mcalbany.org

Christ Our Light Catholic Church, 1 Maria Dr., Loudonville, NY 12211

Responsible for providing music, that is liturgically appropriate, for parish liturgies and other parish celebrations. 

Music should reflect the theme of the Liturgy based on the season, readings, etc. Candidate should have proficiency in organ and/or keyboard and be able to lead congregational singing. Must be able to plan, prepare, and effectively direct a choir of volunteer singers. Two masses weekly, a 4pm Saturday and a 10:00am Sunday service, with opportunities for extra income from funerals and weddings. 

• Proficiency in organ and/or keyboard and be able to lead congregational singing
• Must be able to plan, prepare, and effectively direct a choir of volunteer singers

Please send resume and cover letter to Ann McCauley, Pastoral Associate for Administration, at ann.mccauley@rcda.org 

This position is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the parish, as well as overseeing the liturgical planning, faith formation and ministries of the parish.  Applicants should have significant parish pastoral experience.  

Qualifications include: Master’s degree in Religious Studies, Theology, Pastoral Ministry, or the equivalent.  

The salary range is $40,000 to $60,000, depending on the level of education and experience.  Job description available upon request.

Send letter of interest and resume to Diocesan.HR@rcda.org or by mail to Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany, Attn: Human Resources, 40 N. Main Ave., Albany, NY 12203. 

The deadline for applications is November 10, 2023.

Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany Pastoral Center

40 North Main Ave., Albany, NY 12203

Director of Building Services

This position is for a full time, 40 hours per week, all-around maintenance person to work as a member of the Building Services team for the Pastoral Center at 40 North Main Avenue. This position must be able to perform maintenance and repairs at various properties, with a high level of independence and minimal supervision.

This person will perform a broad range of activities including but not limited to the following:

·      Analyze and repair problems in the field, including those associated with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, painting, commercial hardware applications (keying and locksets) and HVAC Systems;

·      Snow plowing, landscaping maintenance, lawn care, and related work;

·      Repair and replace parts for motors and preventative maintenance on equipment;

·      Ability to assist Building Manager in filling in for other staff;

·      On-Call: Ability to respond in a timely manner to building emergencies during and after hours;

·      Ability to work alone without supervision;

·      Perform minor tasks throughout the Pastoral Center and other diocesan buildings in and around the Capital District.  Includes painting and janitorial duties from time to time;

·      Ability to move office furniture and perform set up for scheduled meetings.

·      Familiarity with Building Maintenance software or the ability to learn and use said software program.

·      Must demonstrate an understanding of building systems.

·      Prior carpentry, plumbing, HVAC and electrical experience.

·      Ability to operate maintenance equipment, including operating a snow plow, snow blower, mower, lawn tractor etc.

·      Must have good organizational skills. 

·      Requires reading and writing skills. 

·      Computer skills are desirable. 

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

·      Must possess the ability to work well with other departments and staff. 

·      Must be courteous and flexible in approach to work. 

·      Must demonstrate respect for the traditions and teachings of the Roman Catholic faith.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

See well enough to drive a vehicle.  Hear well enough to converse on the telephone, radio, and in person.  Ability to communicate clearly without amplification.  Bodily mobility – to move rapidly from one area to another, sometimes over rough or uneven terrain; climb stairs or ladders, use of hands and fingers to write and perform repairs, stamina to work long hours when required.  Must also be able to lift 60 lbs. without accommodation.

Salary Range:  $18.00 to $22.00 per hour

Diocesan.HR@rcda.org

St. Pius X Parish and School

23 Crumitie Rd. Loudonville, NY 12211

Fr. Jim Walsh, Pastor

St. Pius X is a growing and dynamic suburban parish of about 2700 families of all ages. The parish has a 525 student Pre-K3 to 8th grade school. Our staff works very well together as a team and we are motivated to build up the Kingdom of God and to love & serve our Lord. We place an emphasis on supporting our youth in growing their faith. Our current youth ministry and confirmation programs functions very well and have an active and established core team of volunteers committed to our youth. The Youth Ministry & Confirmation Coordinator (YM&CC) is responsible for coordinating the parish based pastoral ministry programs for the youth as well as coordinating and facilitating the parishes two-year confirmation program. S/He does so in part by reaching out to the Middle School students at Saint Pius X School and all youth in the community. The YM&CC also provides for catechesis, invites and enables youth to serve others, and calls the youth of our parish to prayer. The YM&CC fosters close communication and mutual support from families of youth and collaborates with other parish youth organizations. The YM&CC provides vision and coordination for the parish's efforts in ministry to young people from grade 6 through 12. This includes activities for both the middle school and high school groups. These groups are titled Middle School Youth Ministry (MSYM) and High School Youth Ministry (HSYM). The YM&CC is also responsible for creating and facilitating the curriculum for the Confirmation Program. The YM&CC will cultivate, invite and train parish volunteers to become members of a Core Team for these groups. Some events and activities should also be planned during the summer.

Confirmation Program Assistant:  The successful candidate will have the assistance of a 10-15 hr./week confirmation program assistant who handles many of the administrative functions of the program.

Accountability: The YM&CC works cooperatively with the St. Pius X School Principal and Parish Religious Education Coordinator. The YM&CC also maintains close ties with the Safe Environment Coordinator to ensure that all policies and procedures are followed so that all of the youth are fully protected.

A. Vision and Program - With the pastor designs the Youth Ministry program of the parish

1. Develops and implements goals (short and long term), objectives, and strategies for parish’s Youth Ministry program that includes a Middle School, High School and Confirmation Program.

2. Foster the involvement of young people in the life of the parish, including serving on various parish committees and being involved in parish and school activities.

B. Recruitment, Formation and Supervision of Core Team members

1. Coordinates the recruitment and training of the Core Team members and other volunteers in the youth ministry program

2. Supports and seeks the counsel of the Core Team members

C. Collaboration/Communication

1. Meets regularly with the pastor to update him on progress, needs, successes and trials.

2. Collaborates with the principal of St. Pius X School and is present regularly in the school and in particular in the middle school grades (6 to 8)

3. Determines effective means for publicizing and promoting programs and experiences

4. Is present and visible in the parish.

5. Stays connected with youth and parents through appropriate use of electronic media

6. Collaborates with parish and school Marketing Directors to communicate program information to the parish and school communities.

7. Networks with other Youth Ministers

Education, Skills, Knowledge and other Abilities

•  Bachelors degree preferred

•  Experience as a catechist or teacher preferred

•  Good computer and technology skills are required as well as familiarity with Microsoft

•  Office programs is necessary

•  Ability to supervise others

•  Must be self-motivated

•  Must have excellent communication skills and be relatable to teenagers

•  Have good organizational skills

Work Week:

1. Some time is required on week nights, weekends

2.  Limited overnight or extended trips for retreats, conferences, etc. – typically in the summer

3. Construction of the work week is flexible and time of year dependent

Applicants should submit resume and cover letter to Fr. Jim Walsh at jim.walsh@rcda.org by October 25^th

Pastoral Center

40 North Main Avenue, Albany, NY 12203

Kathy Barrans, Communications Director

This position provides support for the Communications Department for the Diocese. The position includes but is not limited to still photography, video recording and production, editing, and YouTube management. The incumbent works in collaboration with the Director and Communications Specialist as a team to implement the long-term Communications plans.

Typical Duties:

• Records regular videos of Bishop Scharfenberger per Communications Plan
• Video editing, production and posting videos to YouTube and making available to the Communications team for sharing on the website and social media.
• Record and produce promotional videos for special events, departments (Diocesan Appeal, Vocations, Christmas, Easter, etc.)
• Organizes and maintains diocesan YouTube channel

• Bachelor’s degree in digital media, communications, or a related field preferred, or a comparable combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Final Cut Pro, Premier Pro, or other media editing software
• Experience with photography and use of photography software strongly preferred

• Knowledge and understanding of, and respect for, the teachings and traditions of the Catholic faith
• Valid NYS driver’s license with a record of safe operation of motor vehicles

While the person in this position primarily functions in an office environment, there are occasional additional locations requiring travel. The position requires extended periods of sitting and working at a computer, ability to operate office equipment, e.g., phone, computer, printer.

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.

Hours per week: 20 hours occasional evenings and weekends

Salary Range: $20-$23 per hour

Diocesan.HR@rcda.org

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Human Resources
Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany
40 North Main Avenue
Albany, NY 12203

St. Patrick’s Church

66 William Street Catskill, NY 12414

The Parish Network Buildings and Grounds Manager is responsible for the coordination, maintenance and upkeep of the buildings and grounds of the Network. The Parish Network Buildings and Grounds Manager will create comprehensive financial and operational project plans to provide the Pastor and Parish Network Business and Operations Director with a clear picture of all parish’s facility project and current structural standings. Must be able to work collaboratively with the Pastor and parish network leadership teams/committees.

·       Ensure the environment be neat, welcoming, and inviting to all.

·       Obtain and review all vendor and tenant contracts, leases, permits, etc. for the network properties.

·       Plan and administer preventive maintenance programs.

·       Supervise the maintenance staff and Sextons of the parishes and manages major repairs, renovations, or new construction.

·       Perform basic repairs at network facilities.

·       Prepare, administer, and communicate parish security policies and emergency response plans including a call system to respond to emergencies.

·       Secure and evaluate proposals or contracts from suppliers and construction firms for major repairs, maintenance, renovations or new construction, coordinates efforts with appropriate parish committees.

·       Secure, analyze and recommend any vendor contracts, review budgets in collaboration with the Network Director of Business and Operations for sign off and execution.

·       Being available on an on-call basis as needed.

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• High School Diploma required; Associate degree preferred.
• Basic plumbing and electrical capabilities.
• Intermediate carpentry and electrical capabilities.
• Three-to-five years’ experience in construction or facility management
• Valid driver’s license with a record of safe operation of motor vehicles.
• Knowledge of budgetary principles and practices. 
• Proficiency in computer use (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel).
• Shows financial prudence and meets project deadlines set by Network Director of Business and Operations.
• Active participation in parish meetings with ability to communicate and work collaboratively with co-workers, committees, and volunteers.
• Respect for the teachings and traditions of the Roman Catholic faith.

$20-$23 per hour based on experience

Dawn M. Brownson

Business and Operations Director

Hudson Valley Vicariate West

66 William Street

Catskill, NY 12414

Or via Email: parishbusinessmanager@gmail.com

St. Pius X School

Loudonville

Start Date - July 1, 2023 Hourly Rate Range: $20.00 - $23.00 depending on experience This position is a full-time position working 37.50 hours per week, flexible schedule, will include some evenings and weekends for meetings or special events throughout the school year. During the summer, this becomes a part-time position working 20 hours per week.

Job Duties:

•  Promote the school through social medial
•  Navigate new families through the admissions process
•  Engage with St. Pius X School alumni and Parish
•  Coordinate school fundraisers / events
•  Market St. Pius X School to the larger community
•  Perform other related duties as assigned by the school principal

Bachelors Degree in business, marketing, or education with two (2) years experience preferred; or experience that is equivalent to the education

• Must be an individual who possesses a basic understanding of and respect for the teachings and traditions of the Roman Catholic faith
• Pleasant and efficient phone manner. Self-directed in organizing areas of responsibility. Ability to handle multiple tasks throughout the work day
• Valid NYS Driver's License and record of safe operation of motor vehicle
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and Internet software
• Must have the ability to learn other software as required

Please apply to this position by sending a Letter of Interest and Resume to Bridget Frament in the Catholic School Office of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany at CSOHumanResources@rcda.org, or through this web site.

St. Mary St. Alphonsus Regional Catholic School

10 Church St, Glens Falls, NY 12801

The Pre-K teacher’s aid is under the supervision of the Pre-K teacher. This position performs a variety of technical and clerical tasks in assisting a teacher. This role may perform a wide range of tasks in order to support the efforts of the teacher, meet the needs of all students, and ensure the provision of quality instruction for all students. The teacher’s aide provides one-on-one assistance with academics and behavioral problems and may lead small group activities. Employee assists lead teacher with general housekeeping and clerical duties.

Melissa Wilkinson at stmarysglensfalls.org 

St. Mary St. Alphonsus Regional Catholic School

10 Church St, Glens Falls, NY 12801

SMSA regional Catholic School is looking for a qualified pre-kindergarten teacher who is passionate about working with small children. This candidate will focus on school readiness and early learning foundations in basic subjects such as pre-reading readiness and early math experiences are practiced daily. The ideal candidate is patient and empathetic while working with students and enjoy the unpredictable nature of young children. Pre-K focuses on school readiness. We are looking for a preschool teacher who is flexible and creative while maintaining structure and sticking to schedules. All teachers in the schools of the Diocese of Albany must have at least a bachelor's degree to qualify for full or part-time classroom responsibility for grades K-8. All teachers should have New York State Certification or be in the process of obtaining certification. *All though a bachelor's degree is preferable, an associate's degree is acceptable as a qualification to teach Pre-K only

Melissa Wilkinson at mwilkinson@stmarysglensfalls.org