Catholic Coordinator of Religious Education

The successful candidate for this position will be a 1099 contractor with Music Ministry International and be responsible for the following:

Roman Catholic Religious Education (RE) Coordinator (Grades K through 12)

2.0 ENVIRONMENT.

2.1. The Eglin Air Force Chapel Roman Catholic RE program has the responsibility to meet the needs of a diverse community that operates at two geographically separated worship locations, the Chapel Center (East Gate Chapel or EGC) and the West Gate Chapel (WGC)

2.2 The Eglin AFB Chapel section is composed of Chaplains, Religious Affairs Airmen, an General Schedule (GS) Roman Catholic Priest, a contract Auxiliary Roman Catholic Priest, appropriated and non-appropriated funds coordinators and lay volunteers. The programming developed and implemented by this staff is extensive.

2.3 This Eglin AFB Roman Catholic Community operates a multi-faceted program that requires a high degree of coordination and cooperation among its staff.

3.0 CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FORMATION PROGRAM.

3.1 This position supports the religious education, spiritual growth and sacramental preparation components of the Eglin AFB Roman Catholic Community program. The RE and Formation Program will conform to the official teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, especially as found in the Catechism of the Roman Catholic Church, the Archdiocese for Military Services, USA (AMS) and publications of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). In addition, the program will follow the directives of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA).

3.2 The Roman Catholic Formation Program will encompass:

3.2.1 RE and Faith formation for grades K through 12.

3.2.2 Preparation for the Sacraments: First Holy Communion, First Reconciliation and Confirmation, to include workshops and/or sessions for students and parents. Retreat(s) should be offered in the sacramental preparation program and will be the responsibility of the Roman Catholic RE Coordinator if there are no other contracts which specify this responsibility. If there is a coordinator responsible for the retreats, the Roman Catholic RE Coordinator will plan, coordinate, and manage the retreats as a co-leader.

3.2.3 Baptismal instructions for parents and godparents/Christian witnesses as requested by the Roman Catholic Chaplain/Priest.

3.3 The Roman Catholic Chaplain/Priest is responsible for overall development, programing and implementation of the RE program. The RE Coordinator will become familiar with the AMS religious education curriculum and implement it under the direction of the Roman Catholic Chaplain/Priest.

4.0 EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS.

4.1 Qualifications.

4.1.1 Attitude and Disposition. A positive, self-directed and motivated individual with the breadth and depth of knowledge necessary to accomplish the day-today coordination of the RE and Formation Program. This person must demonstrate a familiarity with and commitment to the Roman Catholic faith and practice as articulated by the documents of the Second Vatican Council and subsequent statements of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and the RE curriculum standards established by the Archdiocese for Military Services, USA.

4.1.2 Education and Experience. The coordinator must have documented proof of religious education. In order of preference, the coordinator shall have (1) bachelor degree in theology, theological studies, or religious studies or, (2) at least a minor in one of the mentioned fields of study within the context of a bachelor's degree in a related major; or (3) an associate's degree in theology, theological studies, or religious studies, or a related field of study; or (4) other certificate of training in theology, theological studies, or religious studies, or a related field of study.

4.1.3 The RE Coordinator shall have a minimum of two years' experience as a Roman Catholic RE Coordinator and/or 5 years teaching experience in a Roman Catholic religious education program.

4.1.4 The Coordinator must possess or be in the process of completing AMS Catechist Certification or willing to begin the certification process within 30 days of contract award. The coordinator is responsible for scheduling and paying for AMS Catechist Certification.

4.1.5 Character. An ability to work unsupervised in a fluid and sometimes stressful environment with staff, parents, and children. Possesses an ability to maintain healthy, functional interpersonal relationships with co-workers and customers.

Maintains professional standards of conduct and public decorum, including but not limited to dress and grooming. All personnel dealing with youth are subject to a positive background investigation as determined by current base and Air Force regulations. Required to participate in and understand expectations of "Protecting God's Children" training for self and other staff, i.e., completion of VIRTUS training or similar program or similar program approved by AMS.

4.1.3 Roman Catholic Identity. The Roman Catholic RE Coordinator must be a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing who exhibits evidence of a serious commitment to Roman Catholicism and its practice. As such, this person must be able to receive RE certification from the Archdiocese for Military Services.

4.2 Skills.

4.2.1 Interpersonal. Must possess the ability to work constructively with the assigned General Schedule (GS) Roman Catholic Priest or Roman Catholic Chaplain, chapel and parish staff, customers, and other parish ministers.

4.2.2 Theological. Must be able to effectively teach and explain the basic teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.

4.2.2 Administrative. Must be an efficient manager and able to organize diverse program elements.

4.2.3 Communication. Must be able to communicate the needs and goals of the Roman Catholic Religious Education Program to chapel staff, volunteers, and customers.

4.2.4 Must be able to do word processing in a Windows environment and maintain a database. [Must be able to work with excel, power point, publisher and pdf documents.]

4.2.5 Must be adaptable, flexible, and able to multi-task.

4.2.6 Must be willing to work in a diverse and ecumenical environment as well as to cooperate with ecumenical endeavors.

4.2.7 Submit to a background check in accordance to local procedures.

Job Performance Hours and Programs (Section One):

1. Perform a minimum of 20 hours per week. This includes office hours used for administrative responsibilities, being available for counseling and customer service, attending staff meetings, etc. The Director’s schedule will be coordinated with the Wing Chaplain or designee.

2. Direct weekend Catholic RE program. Program currently occurs on Sundays. This includes being available on Sunday for registration, RE teacher volunteer recruitment and training, etc.

3. Support ecumenical programs to include but not limited to the Chapel, Arts and Music Program (CAMP) that currently meets every Thursday during the school year from 1330 – 1730. Support for preparation of the school year during the summer months is also required.

Interested Candidates are requested to forward their resume together with three references from individuals who can attest to the candidate’s good work and steadiness. Candidates who do not possess the specific attributes/qualifications in "EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS" above need not apply. This is a part-time position with compensation-based budget and the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Apply directly at: (scroll down to “Eglin”). Your application requires providing reference information for (3) individuals including one priest or pastor who can attest to your abilities as they relate to this job posting. References must include: name, title, organization, relationship to you, email address (necessary field) and phone number. Depending on security software, candidates are requested to monitor spam folders for further application communications from MMI.