Now Hiring: Parish Director
Midtown Catholic is seeking someone to lead our team. If you or someone you know is qualified, and passionate about the mission of the Catholic church, please share this job opportunity with them.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
The Parish Director is a key member of the Senior Leadership team who reports directly to the Pastor and is responsible for leading and aligning the parish staff to support the mission of Midtown Catholic. This person will help enhance spiritual growth, increase engagement and membership, and foster unity between St. Thomas More and St. Joan of Arc Catholic Churches, while overseeing finances, technology, and the maintenance of parish facilities and schools.
This is a full-time position, with some evening and weekend responsibilities to support the Midtown Catholic programs. The incumbent will be mostly responsible for managing their own schedule.
Primary Job Duties:
1. Oversee ministry and administrative staff and ensure alignment with Midtown Catholic mission
2. Manage parish finances, with guidance from Pastor and Finance Councils
3. Help prepare/facilitate the preparation of the annual budget
4. Direct the maintenance and upkeep of all parish facilities and schools
5. Run the parish management system
6. Member of Midtown Catholic Senior Leadership Team
7. Manage the negotiation and preparation of vendor contracts as needed
8. Consult and advise parish leadership on project bids
9. Be present to advise parish committees as requested by the pastor
10. Attend some parish activities & events
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Practicing Catholic
• Sound understanding of generally accepted accounting principles
• Proficient with data analysis to help make informed decisions
• Knowledge of a parish management system (ex. ACS Realm)
• Experience managing various types of facilities.
Leadership Competencies:
• Business Skills and Knowledge
• Financial Acumen
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Effective Communication (Spoken & Written)
• Influence and Persuasion
• Problem-Solving
• Decision Making
• Empathy
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in a Business related field or proven business and financial acumen required.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience leading and managing a team required.
• Minimum two (2) years of progressive experience managing large budgets and making critical financial decisions desired.
• Experience working in both for-profit and non-profit environments helpful.
• Experience managing various types of facilities.
Application Instructions
Interested applicants should submit a resume and references to: jsmcvay@archomaha.org