Faith Formation Coordinator

General Summary of Position The Faith Formation Coordinator oversees all catechetical programming for children in Grades 1-12, including sacramental preparation for First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation. Manages instruction for unbaptized children in Grades 1-12 receiving the sacraments of initiation outside the typical age through OCIC. This full-time position is responsible for other parochial activities: Youth Ministry, retreats, VBS, and post-Confirmation opportunities. Provides strategic leadership, curriculum planning, volunteer formation, and bilingual communication with families to foster a vibrant formation experience. Proficiency in both English and Spanish is preferred but not required to serve the parish community. Key Responsibilities Supervises the instruction of students on the sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation. Manages instruction for unbaptized children in Grades 1-12 receiving the sacraments of initiation outside the typical age through OCIC. Develops, reviews, and maintains an annual formation calendar, curriculum plans, communication sequences, and process flow chart. Recruits, trains, and schedules catechists and volunteers, managing Safe Environment compliance. Leads and oversees sacramental preparation, including rehearsals, Mass planning, coordination of clergy, ushers, sacristan, and family communication for First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation. Communicate with parents regarding expectations, schedules, and sacramental milestones. Organize parents’ meetings twice a year (August & January). Orders and manages all faith formation books and supporting materials based on student registrations with the approval of the Pastor and the Office Manager. Share faith formation information across the website, bulletin, and social media, ensuring event details are up to date. Receive and enter students’ tuition in Camino. Create new school year classes in Camino. Create and maintain students’ rosters in Camino. Submit Facilities Request Forms to the Office Manager to schedule classrooms, reconciliations, sacramental masses, youth activities, and retreats. Coordinate with the Office Manager to generate all required certificates and documentation in a timely manner. Coordinates the Youth Ministry. Plans and facilitates retreats, VBS, and post-Confirmation opportunities. Represents the parish at diocesan events and ensures alignment with diocesan policy. Answers phone calls and the front door. Required Skills & Competencies Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook. Ability to learn Camino software used for record keeping. Ability to determine a budget for the program based on the cost of materials and activities planned. Strong leadership, catechetical knowledge, and a pastoral presence. Excellent communication and planning skills, with strong attention to detail. A creative and engaging approach to children and youth development. Knowledge of basic office systems: computer, printers, telephone. Proficiency in Spanish (written and spoken) is preferred but not required. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in theology, Religious Education, or a related field required. 3–5 years of experience in parish faith formation leadership. Special Requirements Practicing Catholic required, with deep knowledge of Catholic doctrine. Available for evenings, weekends, and retreat weekends as needed. Reporting Structure This position reports to the Office Manager and the Pastor. The coordinator supervises youth leaders, catechists, and volunteers. #J-18808-Ljbffr Catholic-Diocese-of-Dalla