Catholic Administrative Pastoral Live Coordinator

This job opportunity is located at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas, a prominent U.S. Army post with a diverse community and rich cultural heritage. Fort Bliss plays a vital role in training and supporting military personnel and their families, fostering a supportive environment that extends beyond just military duties. The installation includes various community support programs, religious services, and activities to enhance the spiritual and social well-being of the members and their dependents. Working in this environment means contributing to a community-oriented mission that supports service members, their families, and civilian employees in a meaningful way.

The role focuses on supporting Catholic Masses and liturgical services within the Fort Bliss community. It involves preparing materials necessary for worship services, developing and distributing communications such as weekly bulletins and community calendars to keep the community well informed about upcoming events, ceremonies, and activities. The position requires maintaining detailed records of the Catholic Community registrations and preparing sacramental records through the AMS (Automated Ministry System) portal, which is crucial for the accurate documentation of life events such as baptisms, confirmations, and marriages.

Additional responsibilities include coordinating facility requests and logistics for Catholic services and community events to ensure smooth and well-organized occasions. This includes managing publicity efforts to promote participation and awareness. The role involves tracking attendance and submitting monthly reports to maintain compliance and evaluate community engagement levels. The incumbent is expected to attend planning meetings, support the preparation of quarterly clergy reports, and maintain work logs to meet contract deliverables.

This position demands someone who is a practicing Catholic in good standing, highlighting the importance of personal faith alignment in supporting the community’s spiritual needs. The candidate should either hold AMS Catechist Certification or be willing to obtain it within 90 days of the contract award, underscoring the importance of theological education and ministry competence. Effective communication skills in English, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, are required to handle written correspondence, reporting, and documentation efficiently. The ability to work independently in a non-personal services environment reflects the nature of the role which requires self-motivation, discipline, and reliability.

Overall, this role presents an excellent opportunity for a dedicated individual to contribute to the spiritual wellbeing and community engagement at Fort Bliss through organized support of Catholic religious services and administration. It allows for professional growth within a structured military community environment while fulfilling a vital support function that enhances the lives of service members and their families.