Parish Administrative Assistant

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $18.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Professional Development
Employee assistance program

Job Description

St. Mary Catholic Church is a vibrant parish located in Escondido, California, serving as a spiritual home for a diverse community of faith members. Nestled at 1170 S. Broadway, this church operates under the Catholic Diocese of San Diego and is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment that supports the spiritual growth and well-being of its parishioners. St. Mary Catholic Church offers a wide range of ministries and activities that engage members in worship, service, and community life. As a well-established church within the diocese, it values inclusion and diversity, inviting individuals from various backgrounds to participate and... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum three years experience in an office setting
  • Bilingual English/Spanish required
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills
  • Initiative to work efficiently without constant supervision
  • Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills
  • Friendly with excellent people skills
  • Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Effective time management
  • Excellent team member
  • Active member of a Catholic faith community
  • Thorough knowledge and familiarity with the organizational structure and practices of the Roman Catholic Church

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum three years of experience in an office setting
  • Bilingual English/Spanish required
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills
  • Initiative to work efficiently without constant supervision
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills
  • Friendly with excellent people skills
  • Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to meet deadlines and effective time management
  • Excellent team member
  • Active member of Catholic faith community
  • Thorough knowledge and familiarity with the organizational structure and practices of the Roman Catholic Church

Job Duties

  • Organize and schedule appointments for the pastor and his associate
  • Maintain the liturgical and central calendars for the parish in collaboration with the pastor
  • Assist in resolving marriage issues for processing of weddings, license issues, annulments as directed by the pastor
  • Prepare, maintain and/or direct pastor’s meeting agendas, phoned communication requests, meetings and appointments as well as written communication and filing systems
  • Verify all scheduled meetings and/or appointments for the pastor with him at least one week prior to the scheduled meeting/appointment with printed calendar and verbal reminders
  • Meet daily with the pastor to review schedule and priorities
  • Communicate with emails, correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms to and for the pastor
  • Assist the director of parish services and the pastor with preparation and set up for Advent and Lenten Penance Services twice yearly
  • Send reminders, when necessary, to sacristans, altar servers, musicians, ushers by phone messages, emails, or written memos
  • Serve as point of contact for the Pastor with 50+ church ministries for needs and/or requests, follow up with those ministries for the pastor for all communication, information, meeting dates, reminders of meetings, and clarifications as needed
  • Organize and/or attend designated meetings and be available to take notes or minutes when requested
  • Deliver calendar (general/master) to bulletin editor weekly and ensure bulletins are delivered to the church before the end of the day on Friday
  • Track church relics and oversee/schedule on calendar
  • Direct all sick calls and hospital calls to the clergy
  • Update the parish calendar of monthly meetings with key leadership
  • Perform other duties as assigned or requested by the pastor or the director of Administration

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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