Employment Opportunities
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Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana
Employment Opportunities/Position OpeningsLast update: 3/6/2020
If you have any questions regarding this information, please contact Jeanne Lausten, Chancery Office, (765) 269-4604 or jlausten@dol-in.org. The postings below are all positions available in the diocese and listed in order of posting, the newest first. Access the Employment Application here.
Transition Team Coordinator
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Transition Team Coordinator. Ideal candidate will be responsible for the successful transition and implementation of the Uniting in Heart 2030 Pastoral Plan into the pastorate structure. This role will provide guidance and assist in the transitional activities associated with implementing the Uniting in Heart plan.
Some of the essential duties of this role include:
*The ability to understand, live out and advocate for the Bishop’s Uniting in Heart 2030 Pastoral Plan based on the 3 Pillars of Mission, Community and Witness.
*Help each parish transition team prepare a summary report for incoming pastors.
*Participate in all leadership and formational activities so as to live the same habits, practices and standards that we are asking of the pastorates.
*Provide assistance to pastors as they build their pastorate leadership teams and form their finance and pastoral councils.
*Act as a designated resource and liaison to an assigned group of pastorates to help them as they navigate the process. Must be able to build a strong trustworthy relationship with assigned pastorates.
*Ability to travel throughout the pastorates
*Serve as a source of stability and confidence that pastors and leadership teams may rely upon through a time of change.
*Ability to help implement solutions.
Ideal candidate will possess:
*A Bachelor’s degree or combination of relevant education and experience.
*3-5 years’ professional experience.
*Experience in a parish setting or working within a ministry.
*Experience on or working with a parish pastoral or finance council.
*Able to manage multiple projects/tasks and deadlines with ease.
*Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, clergy, employees and volunteers and cross collaborate with all team members.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit resume to jlausten@dol-in.org
Director of Evangelization and Pastoral Ministries
Lafayette, IN
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Director of Evangelization and Pastoral Ministries. Ideal candidate will provide leadership, management and direction to the Evangelization and Pastoral Ministries Mission Team. This includes the integration and coordination of Family Life, Worship and RCIA, Hispanic Ministry, Youth and Young Adult, and Catechetical programming that aims at Evangelization, Catechesis and Sacramental preparation for youth and adults in all stages of faith development.
A minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Leadership, Management, Catechetics, Theology or related degree is required. Three to five years’ experience in parish life or diocesan offices is preferred. Project management, strategic and operational oversight responsibilities required. Work in curriculum development for a religious environment would be helpful. Strong faith and ability to lead the team mission in a collegial manner. Strong interpersonal and mentoring abilities required.
Qualified candidates can submit resume to jlausten@dol-in.org
Teacher
St Mary School
Alexandria, IN
St. Mary School has an opening for a general elementary classroom teacher for the 2020-2021 academic year. Applicants must hold a valid Indiana Teaching License or be eligible for licensing. The ideal candidate must be a practicing Christian and have a passion for the job. The applicant will know how to manage and organize a classroom, teaching to the Indiana standards while cultivating the love of Christ. If interested, please email a letter of interest and a resume to Marca Budzenski at mbudzenski@maryandjosephchurhces.com
Study Hall Monitor(part-time)
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School
Carmel, IN
Our Lady of Mount Carmel is currently seeking a Part-time Study Hall Monitor- April 6-- June 3/Monday-Friday 12-3pm
Purpose of Position: To monitor students assigned to study hall periods, and to provide academic assistance with assignments as needed; organize and maintain files of instructional materials for student use as needed; maintain study and reference materials, and perform other clerical duties as required.
All interested candidates should submit an application along with a resume to Sister Maria Benedicta, O.P. Principal Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, 14596 Oak Ridge Rd., Carmel, IN 46032, olmcprincipal@olmc1.org. The application can be found on our website https://school.olmc1.org/school-employment-opportunities
Principal
St. Augustine Catholic School
Rensselaer, IN
St. Augustine Catholic School in Rensselaer, Indiana is seeking a Principal for the
2020-2021 school year:
Candidates should:- Be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church and with a working knowledge of Church Doctrine, Law, and Organization.
- Hold an Indiana Administrators license or able to attain one and have at least five years of teaching experience. Administrator experience preferred.
- Be familiar with curricular models and current trends in Catholic education.
- Have strong organizational, oral, written, and digital communication skills with the ability to collaborate with others.
Please send a letter of application and resume to:
Dr. Peg Dispenzieri
Superintendent
Office of Catholic Schools
pdispenzieri@dol-in.org
COORDINATOR OF FAMILY LIFE
SAINT LAWRENCE CATHOLIC CHURCH
LAFAYETTE, IN
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Coordinator of Family Life for St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Lafayette, IN. This person will work full-time with the Director of Evangelization to establish the direction and execute the vision of the parish catechetical ministries with particular attention to evangelization. This individual specifically will coordinate Family Faith Formation, sacramental preparation, women’s ministries, family life ministries, and ministry to older adults.
Qualified candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree (or higher) in theology, religious education or related area. Experience in a Catholic parish is preferred.
Please send resumes to:
St. Lawrence Catholic Church
Attn.: Father Eric Underwood
1916 Meharry Street
Lafayette, IN 47904
fr.eunderwood@dol-in.org
Application deadline: March 13, 2020
Executive Assistant
Office of the Bishop
Lafayette, IN
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Executive Assistant to support the mission of the Office of the Bishop by providing administrative support and managing daily operations of the Bishop's office. Ideal candidate will manage the communication and office needs of the Bishop utilizing in-depth knowledge of diocesan operations, procedures and personnel.
Education/Experience: Associates degree or equivalent experience required. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred . Minimum of 3 years office experience, preferably as an executive or administrative assistant.
Skills and Abilities:- Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills. Able to transcribe dictation.
- Excellent phone skills and interpersonal ability to reflect “first impression” of the diocese.
- Knowledge of executive style-correspondence and protocol.
- Strong computer skills essential, especially Microsoft Office applications, to include Excel.
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff employees and volunteers.
- Knowledge of Spanish, both reading and writing is preferred.
- Knowledge of website development is preferred.
- Well-acquainted with Church documents, Scripture, and resources. Possess respect for and ability to uphold Catholic Church teaching. Practicing Catholic in good standing.
- Able to honor and maintain confidentiality.
- Able to pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols.
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jlausten@dol-in.org
Chancellor
Archdiocese of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Indianapolis is seeking a full-time Chancellor to serve as the Archbishop’s delegate and confidant in a wide variety of areas of responsibility in order to promote greater collaboration, accountability, and mission effectiveness. Responsibilities of the Chancellor include overseeing the canonical and archival records of the Archdiocese, signing official Archdiocesan documents as notary, serving as a facilitator for and a member of the Archbishop’s Leadership Team, coordinating the development and monitoring of the Archdiocesan pastoral plan, attending Council of Priests meetings as an ex-officio member, representing the Archdiocese at local, state, and national levels, and overseeing the planning and implementation of major Archdiocesan projects, task forces, events, and celebrations. The Chancellor also serves as the supervisor of the Superintendent of Catholic Schools, Victim Assistance Coordinator, Archivist, and Directors of Worship and Evangelization, Pastoral Ministries, Communications, and Human Resources. Applicants must be professed and practicing Roman Catholics with a thorough understanding of the teachings of the Catholic Church and the mission and ministries of the Archdiocese. The position requires previous experience in administration or leadership. A master’s degree in theology, religious education, or a related field is required. Strong administrative and leadership skills, especially in the areas of planning, supervision, and leadership development and the ability to work collaboratively and foster teamwork among co-workers are essential.
To apply, please e-mail a cover letter, resume, and list of references, in confidence, to:
Ed Isakson
Director, Human Resources
1400 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46202
E-mail: eisakson@archindy.org
Equal Opportunity Employer
Communications and Design Specialist
Office of Catholic Schools
Lafayette, IN
We are currently seeking candidates for a part-time position of Communications and Design Specialist in the Office of Catholic Schools in Lafayette, IN. This person will support the diocesan Catholic schools using technology and effective communication.
Essential Duties:- Collect, compile, and organize various student, staff, and school data.
- Attend meetings as necessary to provide information and support to schools. Aids in planning meetings and professional development for principals and teachers throughout the diocese.
- Review IDOE data collection management and work with schools to ensure compliance.
- Regularly checks and maintains data for the following programs:
- Maintains, updates, and designs OCS website; designs and distributes weekly updates for principals.
- Maintains and monitors social media sites (Twitter, Facebook, others).
Education/Experience:
- Bachelors’ degree in a related field.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, Power Point, Outlook and Microsoft file and print services (MS Office 365).
- Experience working with social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram,
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills; detail-oriented.
- Honor & maintain confidentiality.
- Commitment to the mission of Catholic Education.
- Respect and uphold Catholic Church teachings.
- Pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols.
Qualified candidates should submit a resume to jlausten@dol-in.org
PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR - ST. FRANCIS EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY
Lafayette, IN
Summary: Responsible for the successful operation and coordination of St. Francis Early Learning Academy.
Essential Duties:
● Accreditation: Ensure that the Academy achieves and maintains applicable accreditation, licensing, and “Paths to Quality” Level 4 approval.
● Operations: Oversee all operations of the Academy.
● Enrollment and Marketing: Ensure that the academy is effectively marketed and achieves all enrollment goals.
● Budget: Prepare budgets and annual reports and administer record keeping to ensure academy is fiscally stable and meets all financial objectives.
● Fundraising: Work with the LCSS Advancement Director to develop a culture stewardship: time, talent and treasure.
● Staffing: Recruit, hire, supervise and coach teachers and staff.
● Academics and Programming: Work with staff, teachers and administration to design, implement and evaluate evidence-based curriculum and programs that develop the whole child: spiritually, academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
● Environment: Ensure children are provided a safe and loving environment and maintain evidence of the same.
● Continuous Improvement: Organize and execute a continuous improvement planning process and plan.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience:
● Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university
● 24 credits in early childhood education and related child development courses and/or alternative* preparation and qualifications
● 9 credits in leadership and administration*
● Current certification in CPR/First Aid
● Practicing Catholic - Ministerial Position
● Able to honor & maintain confidentiality
● Able to pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols
*Note: Educational requirements may be able to be satisfied in part with a documented plan to complete within 5 years.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
● Able to move about the work environment
● While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear
● Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus
● Visual acuity to see computer screen.
● Able to move tables and chairs to arrange meeting spaces
● Able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
● Able to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool if necessary
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
● Able to work a flexible schedule including nights, evenings, and weekends as required
● This job operates in an office/school environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, photocopiers, and smartphones.
To apply please send resume and cover letter to Kim Granlund - kgranlund@lcss.org
Healing Ministries Coordinator
Archdiocese of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
The Office of Marriage and Family Life of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Indianapolis is seeking a part-time Healing Ministries Coordinator to serve as the event planner and volunteer coordinator for ministry to Catholics who are separated, divorced, or grieving a loss. The Coordinator assists parishes in implementing programs to minister to separated, divorced, or grieving individuals by sharing best practices and resources and by providing formation for volunteers engaged in healing ministries in parishes.
Candidates must be practicing Roman Catholics with a passion for accompanying individuals and communities in the areas of faith, healing, and pastoral skills. The position requires the ability to listen with compassion to individuals experiencing grief while maintaining a high level of confidentiality. Candidates must be knowledgeable of and committed to Catholic teaching on marriage and family, especially related to divorce, re-marriage, and marriage nullity (annulment). Excellent oral and written communication skills along with strong organizational and event planning skills are required. A background in pastoral ministry or retreat ministry is a plus. The position involves part-time office hours approximately 2 days per week and some evening and weekend hours. Spanish speaking/writing ability is highly preferred.
Please e-mail cover letter, resume, and list of references, in confidence, to:
Ed Isakson
Director, Human Resources
Archdiocese of Indianapolis
1400 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46202
E-mail: eisakson@archindy.org
Coordinator of Youth Ministry
All Saints Parish
Logansport, IN
All Saints Parish is currently seeking candidates for the position of Coordinator of Youth Ministry. This position will facilitate Jr. High and High School Youth Ministry programs. This person will work closely with the Pastor, Director of Faith Formation, parish staff, and parish volunteers in developing opportunities for young people and their families to grow in Christian Community. Qualified candidates should have three to five years of experience in youth / young adult ministry with a strong desire to reach out to families within this multicultural community. Proficiency in Microsoft office as well as strong written and verbal skills is desired. Knowledge of the Church’s teaching regarding evangelization and youth formation is required. This position will average 25-28 hours per week.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit resume to Fr. Jeff Martin at fr.jmartin@dol-in.org.
Manager of Information Systems
Chancery
Lafayette, IN
We are currently seeking candidates for the Manager of Information Systems located at the Chancery in Lafayette, IN. This newly created position will be responsible for the alignment of the technology and information systems to the vision of the ministry and business administration of the diocese.
The manager is responsible for:
1) managing technology vendors,
2) project management of information system projects,
3) analysis of business requirements and applying these requirements to the delivery of solutions,
4) oversight of diocesan technology infrastructure and
5) deploying and maintaining cloud based business applications.
The Manager of Information Systems will be diligent in strategic planning and will be responsible for the successful development and execution of strategic technology plans. The Manager will communicate and collaborate effectively all levels within the Bishop’s Office, with parishes and schools.
A Bachelor's degree that demonstrates studies in various technology disciplines and/or business administration will be considered. We are looking for a minimum of 10 years of experience in managing technology teams, vendors and management of business and/or technology projects. Skills related to technology or enterprise architecture and business communications are beneficial.
A respect and ability to uphold and live by the teachings of the Catholic Church is required.
Please submit resumes and cover letter to jlausten@dol-in.org
Evangelization Specialist
Catholic Pastoral Center
Lafayette, IN
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Evangelization Specialist at our Catholic Pastoral Center in Lafayette, IN. This position will oversee diocesan efforts in forming youth and young adults as disciples of Jesus Christ. This person will collaborate with pastors and parish teams in carrying forward the bishop’s vision for youth evangelization as well as coordinating major diocesan youth formation programs. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in theology or a related field (Master’s degree is preferred). Five years of experience in youth ministry or catechetical setting with strong written, oral and digital communication skills is desired with good ability in presentation and change leadership skills. Knowledge of the Church’s teaching regarding evangelization and youth formation is required.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit resume to jlausten@dol-in.org
Evangelization Specialist
Catholic Pastoral Center
Lafayette, IN
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Evangelization Specialist at our Catholic Pastoral Center in Lafayette, IN. This position will oversee diocesan efforts in forming adults as disciples of Jesus Christ. This person will collaborate with pastors and parish teams in carrying forward the bishop’s vision for adult evangelization as well as coordinating major diocesan adult formation programs. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in theology or a related field (Master’s degree is preferred). Five years of experience in catechetical or education setting with strong written, oral and digital communication skills is desired with good ability in presentation and change leadership skills. Knowledge of the Church’s teaching regarding evangelization and adult formation is required.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit resume to jlausten@dol-in.org
Secretary (part-time)
Church of the Blessed Sacrament
West Lafayette, IN
We are currently seeking candidates for a part-time (25-28 hrs/wk) Secretary position for the parish office at Church of the Blessed Sacrament in West Lafayette, IN. This person will be welcoming, provide administrative and office support, assist with publishing the weekly printed bulletin and electronic bulletin, updating content on the parish website and calendars electronically, and various clerical duties as needed.
Qualified candidates should possess a High School diploma or GED, have previous office experience, be proficient with Microsoft Office and Outlook applications, and possess strong organizational skills. Candidates that are bilingual in English and Spanish are preferable.
To apply send a resume and cover letter to:
Missy Krockover
Executive Director of Parish Life & Administration
mkrockover@dol-in.org
Pastoral Associate
St. Mary’s/St. Ambrose Church
Anderson, IN
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Pastoral Associate at St. Mary’s and St. Ambrose in Anderson, IN. This person will be working with Religious Education and Youth Ministry programs. This includes Sacramental prep, Sunday religious education, RCIA, and community outreach. Ideal candidate will have:
- Bachelor’s degree in religious education, theology or related area or a combination of education and experience plus 2 to 4 years related experience.
- Supervisory, administrative, organization leadership and program planning experience preferred. Parish and/or diocesan experience desired but not necessary.
- Knowledge of Microsoft office products.
- Bilingual abilities desired
- Working knowledge of ELM program
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume to hrussel@parish.dol-in.org