Seasonal Groundskeeping

GENERAL INTRODUCTION :

The Archbishop, visible principle of unity in his archdiocese, is called to build up the particular Church unceasingly in the communion of all its members, and to ensure that their diverse gifts and ministries, in union with the universal Church, serve to build up all the faithful and to spread the Gospel. (Apostolorum Successores 8). He must take care that all the affairs which belong to the administration of the whole archdiocese are duly coordinated and are ordered to attain more suitably the good of the portion of the people of God entrusted to him." (Apostolorum Successores 177).

Each position employed in the Chancery helps to extend the ministry of the Archbishop in particular ways as outlined in the position description.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL PURPOSE:

Assures that those who come to and visit the Archbishop Brunett Retreat & Faith Formation Center are extended with warm welcome and orientation ensuring them a wonderful faith-filled experience. Performs administrative assistant related functions as needed.

ESSENTIAL POSITION DUTIES:

(Please see specific tasks for each duty which are indicated in Job Objective page.)

1. Temporary Groundskeeper/Facilities Position to aid with summer landscaping and assist with facility maintenance projects
2. Landscaping and Facility projects to include:
   1. Yardwork, mowing, and weeding- general
   2. Edging, Watering, and Blowing
   3. Assist with chipping and moving chip piles and moving items to compost
   4. Trail maintenance- maintaining a clear path for travel
   5. Ivy removal- from trails and trees
   6. Ground maintenance assistance

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Primary:

1. 1. Willingness and ability to support the mission of the Church by extending the ministry of the Archbishop.
   2. Ability and desire to use God-given gifts and talents in service of the local Church in support of the collaboration between lay and ordained Ministers.

1. Other Elements:

1. 1. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask.
   2. Excellent communications and interpersonal skills including the ability to work with a variety of persons in multicultural settings.
   3. Knowledge of and familiarity with the Catholic Church in Western Washington, highly preferred.
   4. Ability to be available for emergencies and for other maintenance and safety related issues and problems.

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.

Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.