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Interested in becoming a Missionary?? Serve with us for 1-2 years in our Year of Service program or join us for two months during the summer for our Summer of Service program. Missionaries (ages 18-27) live in a household with their peers sharing a life of community, prayer, service, and simplicity. In teams of three, they walk the streets daily, living out authentic Christian charity through encountering the poor. They also have the opportunity to take courses in Theology and Catholic Social Teaching as well as gain leadership experience in non-profit operations through Christ in the City internships. Dates: August 13th – June 30th      Location: Denver, CO   “At Christ in the City, He Gave me new eyes to see and a new heart to love Him, first in the Eucharist and then in His disguise of the poor.” -Anna Rose, Year of Service Alumna  If you are interested in this amazing opportunity, please click the APPLY NOW button below and send us a message along with your resume to start the conversation.  

Agency Administrative Assistant Job Description The Administrative Assistant for a Knights of Columbus Insurance General Agency will fulfill multiple administrative roles including General Agent and Agency support. This Position is responsible for supporting operational and management daily administrative functions. He or she will be a first point of contact and will be required to exercise independent judgment in communicating via telephone and in-person as a representative of the Agency. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Agency Support: Supports the General Agent with scheduling, reminders and other activities as needed. Coordinates logistics for meetings both internally and externally. Generates drafts of letters and other documents as needed. Proofreads and edits documents for the Agency. Manages special projects as needed for the Agency. Office Reception: Receives incoming calls and greets guests; answers inquiries and performs a variety of administrative duties as assigned. Serves as point of contact for direct requests from Field Agents and KofC home office. Office Management: Supervises front desk receptionist and volunteers who assist. Coordinates and implements special projects. Serves as point of contact for agency needs. Oversees purchasing, tracking and managing of office supplies with an eye on cost-savings opportunities. Manages business card orders for all agency staff and programs Other: Performs other duties as required. Willingness to uphold Catholic Moral & Social Teaching in the workplace. Physical requirement: includes some light lifting up to 25 lbs. Desired Skills and Experience: Bachelor's degree preferred but not required Minimum of 2+ years' experience as an administrative assistant preferred Superb time management skills and the ability to meet multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks a must Demonstrated cultural competence and cultural responsiveness Ability to act competently in a crisis while maintaining a calm and professional manner Ability to be cooperative with other employees to ensure a smooth running, effective office operation Organized and flexible with a high degree of integrity, reliability, initiative and adaptability Experience utilizing various Microsoft Office software products, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint Ability to handle and maintain confidential information Excellent verbal, written and listening communication Comfortable working in a visibly Catholic environment Compensation: Commensurate with experience If you are qualified and are interested in this position, please click the APPLY NOW button below and provide us with a cover letter and resume.  Thanks for your interest and God bless!

MICHAEL ACADEMY 2225 Summit Park Drive, Petoskey, Michigan 49770   JOB ANNOUNCEMENT  HIGH SCHOOL CHORAL MUSIC/MUSIC HISTORY TEACHER – PART-TIME     Job Description   St. Michael Academy, a Catholic Classical Academy in Petoskey, Michigan in the Little Traverse Bay region, is looking for a brilliant, energetic, and faith-filled educator to teach one section of a high school Choral Music/Music History course.  The course meets second semester (27 January – 29 May 2020) Monday – Friday from approximately 8:45 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.  The incumbent will also be responsible for working throughout the entire year with our Mass Choir, who sings twice a week at Mass, from 11:15 a.m. – 12:00 noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays.  The incumbent will also work with the principal to plan and execute special all-school music performances during the Christmas Holiday and other seasons throughout the liturgical and school calendar.   The ideal candidate will possess both teaching experience and a commitment to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church.  As a growing Catholic high school that employs both the Trivium and the Quadrivium, we are interested in attracting candidates with a passion for integrated, interdisciplinary learning that produces “Smart Saints” - who can spread the Gospel effectively and pursue their professional and spiritual vocations with zeal and aplomb.  Enrollment dependent, the incumbent would be considered for more teaching assignments, to include full-time status if warranted, the following academic year.   Qualifications   College Degree in Music Required. A Specialty in Choral Music and Music History Preferred. Three Years High School Teaching Experience Preferred, But New Teachers Encouraged to Apply. Practicing Catholic Preferred. Commitment to the Magisterium Required.   Application Process   Please send cover letter, resume, three references, and a one-page statement of educational/music philosophy in the Catholic liberal arts tradition to:   Richard A. Brake, Ph.D. Principal St. Michael Academy 2225 Summit Park Drive Petoskey, Michigan  49770 drbrake@stmichaelpetoskey.org 610-733-4804   Compensation negotiable and commensurate with experience and demonstrated excellence.

St. Clare of Assisi Catholic K-8 School in Edwards, CO, is seeking a full-time 6th-8th grade English Language Arts teacher. St. Clare’s is a K-8 elementary school with an enrollment of 120 students. We follow the Archdiocese of Denver curriculum, which includes standards in reading, writing, grammar, speaking, and listening for Language Arts. The standards can be accessed at: https://archden.org/schools/office-catholic-schools/curricula/ .  At Saint Clare, we live, spread, and celebrate the Gospel values of respect, responsibility, and reverence in a Catholic environment. Dedicated to the development of the whole person, we embrace a challenging, safe, and nurturing environment that enriches the heart, mind, and soul for life. For more information on our school, please visit our website at http://www.stclarecatholicschool.com/. Candidates must: Be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Catholic Church; Be open to growth and have enthusiasm for learning; Be willing to be a member of a collaborative team of teachers in a Professional Learning Community; Teach and support the educational goals and objectives of St. Clare of Assisi Catholic School and the mission of the Catholic Church. Teacher candidates should: Have or be willing/able to obtain a valid Colorado Teaching License with appropriate endorsements; Have strong organization skills, understand the behavior, emotional, and cognitive needs of elementary school students; Have content-area knowledge appropriate to the educational subject and/or grade level of students; Have knowledge of instructional practices and pedagogy; Have effective classroom management skills. Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to Sr. Mary Elisha Glady, RSM, at principal@stclareparish.com.

A unique opportunity for an experienced Human Resources professional to serve the Church while leading the development of a valuable support program benefitting Catholic employers nationwide. The Catholic Benefits Association (CBA), located just south of Denver, Colorado, is a membership organization made up of Dioceses, Church affiliates, and privately-owned Catholic businesses. It currently represents 1000 employers with 88,000 employees enrolled in their benefits programs. CBA has and continues to litigate successfully in defense of member employer’s First Amendment right to operate ministries and businesses in a Catholic compliant manner. Through its Ethics Committee (comprised of seven Archbishop Board Members) and its legal team, CBA also provides moral and legal guidance to members in the areas of employment practices and the provision of employee benefits. In the past year, through its wholly owned Catholic Insurance Company (CIC), a Catholic-based Health services program has been made available to interested self-insured member organizations. Throughout its six-year history, CBA has responded to a growing number of member requests for interpretation, clarification, or operational recommendations/documents related to employment and benefits practices in a constantly changing legal and regulatory environment. As part of its commitment to expanding member services, at no additional cost, CBA has created the new senior management position of Director of Human Resources Consultative Services. This unique position will provide support to member administrators across a broad range of employment specialties. The Director, reporting to the CEO, will be part of the management team and will often be the first point of contact for members seeking employment related assistance. In addition to real-time advice, the Director will coordinate with management team members, legal counsel, Ethics Committee, and others to provide deeper analysis of and solutions to operational challenges and will help develop practical implementation strategies for those solutions. Supported by all of CBA’s resources, the Director will propose, develop, implement, and maintain a variety of informational and educational opportunities for members. These may include, but not be limited to, development of and participation in CBA sponsored Webinars, the Member Only Forum on CBA’s website, formal written guidance or opinion papers, downloadable template policy/procedure/job description documents, timely “all members” communications, and more. The person who accepts this role must a practicing Catholic with a well formed understanding of Church teachings and who exemplifies the best of the Catholic faith in both their professional and personal life. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Partner with CBA’s member organizations to provide human resources (HR) consulting and services to ensure members’ HR policies and practices and benefits policies are compliant with Catholic values, teachings, and canon law and with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations Design, develop, and deliver educational sessions on CBA HR resources and services to assist member organizations with integrating their Catholic identity and values into their HR architecture and benefits policies Design, develop, and deliver HR services to member organizations, including benefits recommendations and HR policies, consistent with Catholic teaching Develop, implement, and oversee a communications medium which facilitates communication among HR professionals of CBA member organizations Assist with member employee relations issues and conduct professional, thorough, and appropriately confidential investigations Maintain ongoing, consistent communication with members to identify new, unusual, or trending employment-related challenges, particularly those that impact members’ Catholic faith, and work with the CEO to make recommendations for response or resolution Maintain responsibility for and ensure CBA’s compliance with Catholic values, teachings, and canon law and with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations Encourage and model respectful, collegial, and collaborative work ethic both within and outside of CBA Recommend, evaluate, and participate in staff development Serve as reliable subject matter expert on HR matters to Marketing Communications Director, as needed Partner with outside counsel as necessary Participate on committees and special projects Minimum Requirements: Faith: This position must be held by an individual who is an active, practicing Roman Catholic who is committed to the Church’s mission on earth and who exemplifies Catholic teaching in personal and professional life. There is no other background that can substitute for this requirement.  Education : Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or related discipline is required. Master’s degree preferred. Experience : Minimum of five years working in a Catholic organization in a department with HR-related responsibilities, including at least two years in a leadership position. SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification or the ability to obtain certification within 12 months. Other background that may substitute for this requirement is listed below.     Or other background demonstrating application of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Knowledge of the Catholic Church and its teachings Ability to apply Scripture and Church teachings in an HR context, particularly regarding benefits policies, relevant employment laws, and federal and state healthcare mandates Advanced knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations, HR “best practices,” and federal and state healthcare mandates related to employers Demonstrated understanding, or demonstrated ability to understand, the complex, day-to-day operations and various organizational structures of CBA members, including dioceses and parishes, healthcare systems, and educational institutions Ability to keep confidences and protect confidential information reliably Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to compose clear correspondence, to present information and concepts to large groups, and to create an environment where learning can take place effectively. Respond to the suggestions or feedback from others in a respectful, effective, and appropriate fashion Ability to manage multiple complex tasks efficiently and promptly.

We seek two Catholic women , 20-29 years of age, who want to ignite the faith of thousands of Catholic youth! SPIRITUS teams are comprised of 6-10 missionaries who live in community and travel to schools and parishes giving retreats and programs to inspire Catholic youth in grades 2-12. SPIRITUS is unique and offers missionaries: 1. Ongoing one-on-one mentoring in ministry and the spiritual life 2. Weekly days of formation given by area priests and bishops 3. A spiritual director to meet with monthly 4. A $2,000 stipend upon completion of the program 5. No fundraising required to join the team 6. Training to: Create witness talks that inspire Engage young Catholics and call them into the mission of Jesus Disciple others into relationship with Jesus Present spiritual programs and retreats in dynamic ways Lead small groups that impact others Build confidence in presenting the faith SPIRITUS also provides lodging, food, a monthly allowance, health insurance. There is also opportunity for advancement after the first year. This is an awesome opportunity to serve our Lord in the New Evangelization and help young Catholics grow in faith. The application deadline for these 9-month positions close as soon as positions are filled. For more information and an application visit www.spiritusministries.org or contact Rachel at recruiter@spiritusministries.org or 920-722-8918.

If you are looking for a home to serve in youth ministry, we are hoping you will pray about serving with us! This position is supported by a half time administrative assistant, as well as a large, robust staff team. We are a dynamic and Eucharist-centered parish that values and supports its youth ministry program. www.stjmod.com The Youth and Confirmation Minister is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing comprehensive programs that evangelize, catechize, and minister to junior high and high school youth. The preferred candidate will possess the following qualifications: practicing member of the Roman Catholic Church; Bachelor's degree in Theology, Philosophy, or related field; two years' practical experience with teenagers in a parish setting. This is a full time position with a generous compensation package*. Cover letter and resume to tmenezes@stjmod.com *additional compensation for graduate degree About the Employer Large, dynamic and Eucharist-centered parish that values and supports its youth ministry program. www.stjmod.com

Unitours, the oldest and most respected name in international Catholic pilgrimage travel is seeking local, commission based sales representatives. Following an extensive, on line, video based training curriculum reps will call on locals priests to sell group Pilgrimages worldwide. Sales experience and computer knowledge required. Apply here :  https://www.unitours.com/Employment_Form.aspx  

Stonecrest Home Arts, Inc. an Opus Dei organization and prelature of the Catholic Church, seeks a responsible individual who loves food, loves to cook and thrives in a home-like environment. Ideal candidate will have two plus years cooking experience from scratch, or equivalent knowledge of all traditional cooking methods (i.e. baking, grilling, frying, sautéing...) be comfortable with professional equipment be immaculately clean able to read and follow recipes have excellent interpersonal and time management skills. Requirements Candidate must be available weekends and evenings. Valid working permit required Salary range $16.00 to $22.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.   If interested in this position, please click on the APPLY NOW button below.       

Saints Peter & Paul High School, a small Catholic, coed, college preparatory high school serving grades 9-12 on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, has an immediate opening for full-time Social Studies teacher. Candidates should have experience across the various disciplines with a focus on American Government.    

Saints Peter and Paul, the Catholic, coed, college preparatory high school serving grades 9-12 on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, has an opening for full-time Theology teacher for the upcoming school year. Candidates must be a Catholic in good standing and have the educational background to teach the discipline. Previous experience in a school or religious organization working with young people is preferred.    

Job Title:  Religion Teacher and Coordinator of School Ministry Location:  Washington, DC  Organization Name:  Washington School for Girls, a private Catholic school for girls grades 3-8 Department Description:  The Religion Teacher and Coordinator of School Ministry serves an important role as both as a teacher and a spiritual leader and facilitator for our Catholic school community therefore, s/he must be practicing Catholic, who is a qualified and certified to teach religion, has a deep knowledge of doctrine and lives as an authentic witness to the faith. This position is tasked with ensuring a welcoming and dynamic culture reflective of both the school’s Catholic identity and commitment to serve students of all faiths.   A teacher at The Washington School for Girls works as a member of a team of educators to carry out the mission of the Washington School for Girls by providing instruction of students through developing, selecting, and modifying instructional plans and materials and presenting them using instructional techniques which seek to meet the needs of each student. A WSG teacher supports an atmosphere which accelerates each student's academic, artistic, social and emotional achievement in alignment with the school's mission educational philosophies, policies, and procedures. As the Coordinator of Campus Ministry s/he leads nurtures the spiritual and religious life of the school, coordinates the planning of the Spiritual Life Committee, and supports the WSG community to continually reflect the roots of the Catholic faith.  She/he abides by all guidelines set forth by the administration of WSG and specified in the WSG Personnel Handbook. Brief Description of Classification:  This is a full-time position, following schedule of full-time teachers   Detailed Description of Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Religion Teacher: Plan and prepare lessons, assignments, instructional materials; Teach grade and subject areas and perform duties assigned by Principal of the Washington School for Girls; Prepare and conduct classes that invite and foster optimal learning for each child; Evaluate student progress using appropriate assessment techniques; Confer with parents and students regarding progress/problems of assigned students; arrange and participate in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences whenever indicated for the welfare of the student; Maintain a well-managed classroom; Monitor appropriate use and care of equipment, textbooks, materials, and facilities; Fulfill all record keeping and other administrative duties in a timely manner; Supervise breakfast, recess, lunch, club, advisory, and independent study activities according to schedule; Attend and actively participates in WSG staff/faculty, family meetings and provides input regarding the planning of instruction goals, objectives and methods (including occasional evening meetings). Actively participate in professional development courses/classes offered to improve skill and knowledge Represent the mission of WSG in thought, word, and action Performs other duties as assigned.   Coordinator of Campus Ministry: Facilitate an atmosphere of Christian hospitality where all feel welcome based on the Catholic faith tradition, rituals and WSG Core Values. Acknowledge and show an understanding of religious diversity within the school community; Lead the Spiritual Life Committee and coordinate its projects; Communicate regularly with principal, faculty, staff, students, and parents about campus ministry activities, programs, and projects Plan a variety of prayer experiences for the school including daily prayer and other liturgical and spiritual celebrations; Support student spiritual growth through active participation in faith activities Coordinate, plan, attend and lead spiritual retreat programs for all students and work with President (and others) to plan annual faculty retreat Coordinate, plan, attend and lead the school Christmas program as well as other school-wide celebrations related to the faith. Identify and lead opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to participate in activities that support the spiritual life of the school; Create opportunities for engagement of families in the spiritual life of the school; Serve as a liaison with Our Lady of Perpetual Help; Identify opportunities for student service learning and student service projects and plan at least one service learning experience for each grade level; Work with school leadership to strengthen the schools Catholic Identity by building on WSG’s strong ecumenical tradition; Encourage and support the WSG community to continually reflect the roots of faith, demonstrating a joy in our work and compassion and fellowship to students, co-workers, family members, and other community members.   Professional Competency Reflect and model WSG values and attitudes as a Catholic School in interactions with students, teachers, families, and members of the public. Follow the policies and procedures of WSG as described in the WSG Personnel Handbook, including such items as being on time, professional dress, and maintaining appropriate records and reports. Demonstrate high standards of professionalism, including legal and professional ethics in interactions with students, faculty, staff, administrators, and members of the public.   Qualifications:  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Strong personal alignment with the WSG mission Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church A certified Catechist (or ability to obtain within 2 years) Background in Catholic theology, commitment to excellent Catholic education Ability to work with diverse populations; Collaborative leadership and decision making Data management tools, organizational tools, computer skills (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Google Email)  Proven ability to work as a member of a team Commitment to their own learning A minimum of three years teaching experience is required Strong background of teaching reading is preferred Education Requirements:  Master’s Degree preferred in applicable field of education or related field. Supervisory Responsibilities : No direct supervisory responsibilities   Accountable to :  Principal and Assistant Principal Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.   To Apply: Please email resume and cover letter to  jobs@wsgdc.org . Attention: Religion Teacher and Coordinator of School Ministry - 2019-2020 or click on the APPLY NOW button below. 

Overall responsibility for the parish engagement and stewardship programs to advance St. Joseph's mission and ministries. This includes the daily execution of all elements of a strategic plan, including one-on-one meetings with parishioners, communication & education, stewardship, parishioner engagement and accountability, fundraising, goal setting and reporting. The Parish Engagement Director will establish and cultivate donor relationships, promoting a culture of engagement and stewardship in the parish. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Develop a culture of engagement, stewardship, and accountability that inspires parishioners to share their time, talent, and treasure in support of St. Joseph's. • Cultivate donor relationships at all levels and work to raise the giving levels of all donors. • Meets with every parish family to review the financial status of the parish, review the parishioner's giving level and ask for an increase based on the overall parish needs. • Educates and communicates to parishioners the use of funds towards the mission of the parish and school. • Collaborates with the pastor, parish & school staff, Parish Council, Finance Council and Stewardship Committee to develop and implement a multi-year parish engagement plan. • Integrates into parish and school organizations such as School Family Association, Stewardship Committee, etc. • Establishes goals and benchmarks, and then executes toward those goals, for all fundraising programs including parish stewardship program, school fundraising appeals and activities, parish capital campaigns and endowment activities. • Fosters an attitude of collaboration and Christ-like behavior across all constituencies, especially within the parish and school offices. • Tracks and reports the results of stewardship efforts and parishioner meetings on a timely and effective basis. Essential Skills: • The Engagement Director must have a love for, and understanding of, the immense value and importance of Catholic grade school education. Specifically, must embrace authentic stewardship and low tuition as the model for sustainable school funding. • Able to articulate the values and the mission of St. Joseph's. • Self-motivated, able to nurture relationships with donors and demonstrate an ability to ask for donor support. • Ability to invite active and prospective supporters for gifts / increased giving face-to-face. • Solid interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, with the knowledge and ability to use various software programs and electronic media in communicating our mission and activities in the parish and the greater community. • Able to use various software programs to maintain accurate and timely donor records and maintain an efficient process to communicate effectively with donors. • Strong teamwork and collaborative skills, working effectively with various colleagues across the parish and school. Required Education & Experience: • Position requires a practicing Catholic; a parishioner of St. Joseph's is desired but not required. • The candidate must have a keen appreciation of the values and traditions of Catholic doctrine and moral teachings. • Prefer Bachelor's degree, with five (5) years of experience in sales, customer relationship management, fundraising, communications, business management, or similar leadership roles. Position Reports to Parish Pastor. Position Status: Full Time-Exempt, Salaried. Position schedule will follow parish office calendar with evening and weekend hours as needed to accomplish position goals. Job Type: Full-time Education: •Bachelor's (Preferred) Location: •Lincoln, NE (Required)

Director of Development The Director of Development is the principal development officer of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe. He or she is responsible for Directing all development activities in coordination with the Executive Director and Board of Directors, including the Shrine’s Founder and Chairman of the Board, Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke. Building the material resources of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in order to enable the Shrine to fulfill its spiritual mission. The Shrine is funded entirely by private donors who believe in and support our mission of leading souls to Christ through Our Lady of Guadalupe and her message. More than 40,000 donors have supported the Shrine since its inception. Pilgrims and donations come from all 50 States and over 70 different countries. Our development office raises approximately $1.5 million in unrestricted contributions per year. About 40 percent of those contributions come through the Cardinal’s Annual Appeal, which has an annual goal of $600,000. We are near completion of the Answering Mary’s Call capital campaign, a $13 million initiative to fund the Shrine’s endowment and build a retreat house, which will allow pilgrims to remain at the Shrine for extended retreats. The campaign has raised $12.5 million to date, and in 2018, the Shrine reached its $10 million goal for the endowment. RESPONSIBILITIES : Design and implement a comprehensive development strategy to sustain, advance, and endow the mission of the Shrine, including, but not limited to, annual fundraising, capital campaigns, and planned giving. Direct all development initiatives, including the annual appeal, direct mail campaigns, major gift cultivation and solicitation, foundation grants, legacy giving, and endowment trusts. Implement a moves management system to discover, qualify, cultivate, brief, solicit, and steward donors, with a particular emphasis on both broadening the donor base and elevating the philanthropy of mid-level and major donors. Coordinate cultivation and solicitation activities designed to deepen the relationship of donors and potential donors with the Shrine, including the following: »» Traveling to meet with donors and potential donors; »» Organizing and hosting visits of donors and potential donors; and »» Coordinating events both at the Shrine and in other locations. Manage a personal portfolio of donors and prospective donors, as well as portfolios for the Executive Director and Founder. Arrange for regular communications and meetings of the Executive Director and Founder with donors and prospective donors at appropriate levels. Develop a regular travel schedule to cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and prospective donors outside of La Crosse. Implement strategies for the acquisition, management, and maximization of development software and other research tools, including the Shrine’s Raiser’s Edge database. Monitor donation activity and gifts processing to ensure data is correctly recorded and acknowledgment letters are generated on a weekly basis. Design, promote, manage, and monitor giving societies. Research public and private granting organizations and apply for grants. Manage associate development personnel, as well as other Shrine personnel and volunteers who may assist in the Development Department. Coordinate the formation and engagement of Board members in development activities. Collaborate with the Director of Communications on messaging, the design of development materials, and the inclusion of development information in regular Shrine communications. Collaborate with the Finance Director in monitoring the state of the material resources of the Shrine; maintaining development software; archiving both paper and digital records of contributions and complying with related security and quality controls; fulfilling information requests; and ensuring the accuracy of reports. Prepare materials for meetings of the Development Committee and the Board of Directors. Participate in religious and liturgical functions of the Shrine, including Holy Mass, rosaries, novenas, and other devotional practices. Other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director. EXPERIENCE AND QUALITIES The successful candidate will be a practicing Catholic with a sound knowledge of the Catholic faith and its practices, of the apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe, and of the history and activities of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe at La Crosse. He or she will be a strategic, entrepreneurial leader capable of actualizing the relationship between development programs and the Shrine’s mission and goals. The ideal candidate will possess the following experience and attributes: Passion for and commitment to the mission of the Shrine Proven track record of providing strategic direction, leadership, and operational management of fundraising initiatives resulting in marked improvement and growth over time History of supportive leadership, effective management, and business acumen Skill to build the infrastructure of the Development Department Demonstrated ability to leverage major gifts, including the ability to research, identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospects and donors Past success in the planning and execution of capital campaigns Strategic vision and tactical prowess Experience with direct mail and online fundraising, as well as knowledge of social media Excellent verbal and written communications skills Affirming, motivational style Strong personal work ethic and rigorous attention to detail Self-motivated and results-oriented with meticulous follow-through Unflinching integrity, grace, poise, confidence, and a sense of humor Comfort in interacting with people of various socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds Experience with Raiser’s Edge preferred Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree strongly preferred Job Type: Full-time Experience: fundraising: 1 year (Required) Work Location: One location On the road

St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church is seeking a full-time Director of Religious Education. Saint Jude is a vibrant, active parish of 2800+ families located in Sandy Springs GA, a suburb of Atlanta. We are looking for a dynamic candidate with a passion for and thorough knowledge of the Catholic faith This position collaborates with the Pastor on catechetical initiatives of the parish; leads the Religious Education Department ;  and manages a staff of employees and volunteers. Candidates should demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills. This position requires a flexible schedule that includes working some weekends, evenings , and Holy Days to support the programming of the Church. Qualified candidates will be a practicing Catholic and committed to the teachings of the Church.   A Master’s degree in Religious Education / Theology preferred or a Bachelor’s degree and extensive RE related work experience.