Children and Family Ministry Coordinator

The Archdiocese of Chicago, the third largest in the United States, serves more than 2.2 million Catholics in 216 parishes in Cook County and Lake County, a geographic area of 1,411 square miles. The Archdiocese, pastored by Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, has more than 13,000 employees in its systems and ministries, including Catholic Charities, the region's largest nonprofit social service agency. The Archdiocese also has one of the country's largest seminaries. The Archdiocese's 154 elementary and secondary schools comprise one of the largest U.S. private school systems. Its schools have received 96 U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon Awards. The Coordinator for Children and Family Ministry supports the ministry team on initiatives that help parish catechetical leaders to engage children and families in meaningful and transformative faith formation. Works under the direction of the Manager of Formation Ministries to ensure that catechists and catechetical leaders are supported with appropriate resources and information for realizing the vision of the Archdiocese of Chicago for an engaged, evangelizing, and revitalized Church of disciples that transform their communities through witness to the love of Jesus. Responsibilities Contributes to the development and implementation of guidelines and resources for catechetical leaders, particularly in the areas of religious education, sacramental preparation, and formation of parents. Works with the Office of Lifelong Formation Team to plan and execute measurable outcomes for each event, program, or initiative aligned with the goals of the office and department. Works as part of the Children and Family Ministry team to implement formation strategies, including contributing to the planning and creation of workshops and webinars for parish catechetical leaders and catechists. Maintains and disseminates relevant initiative information, such as coordinating publication of the lifelong formation newsletter, managing contact lists and databases of parish catechetical leaders, and communicating webinar and live event details with participants. Provides general support to parish catechetical leaders as needed, particularly in navigating diocesan policies and accessing and utilizing office-developed resources. Coordinates with inter-department colleagues for promotion, participation, and programming in catechist and catechetical leader initiatives. Contributes to preparing and following the Ministry Team budget under the guidance of the Manager of Formation Ministries. Works with colleagues in leading and participating in committees, projects and formation initiatives as directed by the Manager of Formation Ministries. Increases skills and knowledge through continuing education, attending conferences and reading appropriate literature. May be given other assignments and projects consistent with the responsibility level of this position. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Theology, Pastoral Ministry or related field of study from an accredited college or university, or equivalency. At least three years of experience in leading parish faith formation, outreach, ministry or administration. Fully committed to the Catholic Church’s teaching on the Gospel message. Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people with varied social, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. Must be an excellent communicator, detail-oriented and self-motivated. Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, Teams, Excel and Power Point. Preferred Master’s Degree in Theology or related field of study. Five or more years of proven professional experience and leadership in parish faith formation ministry. Experience in project management and/or coordinating events and programs serving many people. Experience with child and family sacramental preparation and catechesis. Experience with Zoom and MailChimp. Bilingual English/Spanish. The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here. This position has an annualized salary range of $53,446.00 - $65,472.00. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on many factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Archdiocese of Chicago