Location:  Catholic Pastoral Center (Colorado Springs, CO)

Date Open:  OPEN NOW

Date Closed:  Open Until Filled (Start as Soon as Practical)

Pay Range:  $60,000 - $70,000 per year

Benefits:   Full Time employees eligible for health, vision and dental coverage; receive holiday pay and earn discretionary time off; may participate in employee pension plan.

Job Description:  

General Purpose: In a spirit of collaboration and charity, to further the spiritual and religious mission of the Diocese of Colorado Springs by assisting the Judicial Vicar by acting as Tribunal Judge performing duties such as reading, researching law, preparing Definitive Sentences and ruling in matrimonial cases. If the applicant is a priest, he will be given the title of Adjutant Judicial Vicar. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Intake of new petitions for a declaration of nullity:  Act as first point of contact with petitioners.  Determine case type.  Explain process, requirements, and rights of the parties.  Receive new formal petitions – read and analyze, create report identifying potential grounds, and decide whether to accept or reject case.

• Research: Research canon law, Rotal jurisprudence, Papal allocutions, Apostolic Signatura responses and more for support of Judge’s role.  Enter, catalog, and maintain research for easy access.  Write law sections for Definitive Sentences in scholarly manner so that law section is tailored to the circumstances of the case.
• Definitive Sentence:  Compose Definitive Sentences or voti in a timely manner. 
• Make voti of every case.
• Formal cases:  Offer advice to petitioners regarding witnesses to include or exclude in given case.  Evaluate witness testimony as presented, requesting additional witnesses, or other documentation, as necessary.  Participate in judicial exams, as needed.  Coordinate all appeals of negative decisions.
• Pauline cases: Responsible for the instruction of Pauline cases, including receiving of petitions, creation of letters and decrees for Bishop’s and Judicial Vicar’s signatures, collection of witness testimony, etc.
• Petrine and Non-Consummatum cases:  Responsible for all cases being sent to Rome.  Coordinate and communicate with petitioners’ processes and requirements.  Ensure case instruction is in accordance with norms.  Create letters and decrees for Bishop’s and Judicial Vicar’s signatures, collect witnesses’ testimony, coordinate and facilitate reports from the Defender of the Bond, Instructing Judge, and Bishop.  Organize cases according to Roman standards, photocopy, bind, and send cases to Rome.
• Teach on canonical understanding of marriage, the difference processes, etc., for ongoing training of Advocates.

Perform other administrative duties as needed and under the direction of the Judicial Vicar.

Minimum Requirements:

      Education:   License in Canon Law (JCL).

      Experience:  Minimum of three years of Tribunal work required.  Reading proficiency in Latin, a plus.  Must be a Roman Catholic in good standing. 

      Other background demonstrating application of the following knowledge, skills,
      and abilities:

•       Bilingual in English/Spanish highly preferred for this position
•       Knowledge and expertise in Canon Law.
•         Ability to work faithfully within Church magisterium and canonical process.
•         Knowledge of Catholic Church and its organizational structure.
•         Knowledge of the process for a declaration of nullity.
•         Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written. Ability to actively listen to others.
•         Ability to conduct library and internet research.
•         Ability to present information in a clear and concise manner.
•         Ability to be non-judgmental, and sensitive to the personal and spiritual needs of clients.
•         Ability to maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive information.
•         Ability to prioritize and self-direct workload, to be organized, and to work with strict deadlines.       
•         Ability to communicate with others with tact, sensitivity, diplomacy, and compassion.
•         Ability to handle difficult or angry clients, while maintaining composure.

To Apply:  Please send resume to HR@diocs.org

For further information or questions, please contact Human Resources at the Catholic Pastoral Center:  719-636-2345

Job Title: Children’s Ministry Coordinator

Location: Parker, CO

Submit applications by: Jan. 31, 2025

Start date: As soon as practicable

Reports to: Director of Faith Formation

Supervises: Volunteers

FLSA: Non-Exempt Full time, 30-40 hrs/week, with benefits

Hourly: $20.00-$22.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Sunday through Thursday with frequent evenings

Job summary: We are seeking to further develop a vibrant faith formation program for elementary school-aged children and their families, helping children to take their first steps into a living relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church.

Employer summary: Ave Maria Catholic Parish glorifies God by helping people to encounter the living God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, as they come to know, love and serve Him together. The parish comprises a K-8 school and nearly 3,000 registered families.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Oversee faith formation programs for elementary school-aged children, helping children to experience the joy that comes from knowing the God who loves them and enabling them to interpret their experiences in the light of the Gospel.

• Coordinate weekly religious education classes for children in grades K-5 and help children and their families prepare for the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, and Eucharist.
• Coordinate with Ave Maria Catholic School teachers to assist students through sacramental preparation.
• Develop fun, engaging and spiritually nourishing activities during the summer and at other times to help children to discover the joy and beauty of their Faith.

• Work intensively with the families/parents of our children, re-proposing the Gospel to them and helping them to be the first and best catechists of their children. Find ways to help the family as a whole to experience the power of the Gospel and the help that comes from belonging to the Church community.
• Recruit, train and support catechists and other volunteers through training, retreats, materials and feedback, helping them to grow in their own faith and experience the joy of sharing the gift that is our life in Christ. Maintain clear and constant communication with volunteers, including regarding schedules, safe environment training, etc.

• Work together collaboratively with the other members of the faith formation team, pursuing a shared vision of the life that God desires to share with us and the joy of the Gospel.
• Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to:

• Collaborate and coordinate with other parish and diocesan employees
• Maintain accurate records
• Foster respect and the dignity of all, maintaining confidentiality and avoiding gossip or slander.

Requirements:

• Zeal for the Gospel of Jesus Christ and love for His Church, particularly for the young
• Bachelor’s degree in religious education or Catholic theology
• Experience teaching and lesson-planning in a Catholic setting
• Effective public speaking
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Solid commitment to prayer, discipleship and teamwork, demonstrated by frequent reception of the sacraments, adherence to Church teaching, participation in parish life and openness to working with others

Benefits: 

Full Time employees eligible for health, vision and dental coverage, receive holiday pay and earn discretionary time off; participate in employee pension plan.

Physical requirements:

Frequent public speaking, walking, standing, sitting, bending, operating standard office equipment, working with others, and exposure to the noise of happy children.

The employee is expected to be a practicing Catholic in good standing, faithful to the magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church, and an active member of a parish. They are expected to conduct themselves according to the teaching, goals and mission of the Church, modeling Christian virtues in every aspect of their lives. Every employee must undergo a background check and training regarding diocesan standards.

The description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making compensation decisions.

Please submit resume and the Diocese of Colorado Springs job application

https://www.diocs.org/Portals/0/Documents/Offices/Human%20Resources/Revised%20Parish%20Application(2)%208-7-19.pdf?ver=9vBVeoMf6eFTrYcHU9zQDQ%3d%3d

to Michelle Borras at mborras@avemaria.church

Job Title:  Administrative Assistant - Faith Formation (30-35 hours per week)

Location: St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church (Castle Rock, CO)

Date Open: Open Now

Desired Start Date:  As soon as practical.

Pay Rate:  $19.10 /hour (non-exempt)

Benefits:  Full Time employees eligible for health, vision and dental coverage; receive holiday pay and earn discretionary time off; may participate in employee pension plan.

Position Summary: 

Lives according to the teachings of the Catholic Church. Provides administrative, data entry, and customer service assistance to the Faith Formation programs and parishioners. Assists the Directors of Faith Formation (elementary, middle school, high school) and Director of OCIA. This position requires extensive knowledge of computer programs (Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher, Parish Soft, Teams and other programs as needed).  This position will also assist with Faith Formation records database in ParishSoft. Input data (classes, schedules, calendars, and student attendance). Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and knowledge of sacramental records is beneficial. Excellent customer service skills required while maintaining a presence of our Catholic faith. Additional duties as requested by Directors. This is not a comprehensive list. A background check is required. An application is available by emailing tfenton@stfranciscr.org

Data Management:

• Update Registration/Enrollment/Payment process utilizing ParishSoft Giving Form Builder for Faith Formation Registration yearly
• Utilize ParishSoft Giving as payment model for Faith Formation classes and other events
• Process all registrations/enrollments for Faith Formation and Sacramental Formation
• Update My Parish App with bulletin weekly approved by Directors
• Prepare sacramental records annually for reporting to the Diocese
• Virtus Administrator for Faith Formation

Administrative Functions:

• Record sacraments received (First Communion/Confirmation/OCIA for children) in Sacramental Record books by July 31^st
• Create certificates for students/adults who have received sacraments
• Send notifications to Church of Baptism for students who have received sacraments
• Maintain faith formation registrations, activity and media consent forms for students for the year
• Submit deposits for faith formation according to internal guidelines
• Assist with faith formation signs, bulletin boards, sacrament formation inserts and ads for bulletins and website
• Record Safe Environment Training for all faith formation students yearly by April 30^th
• Create weekly sign in/out and attendance sheets for faith formation classes
• Record faith formation class attendance weekly
• Put bins, print sign in/out sheets, clipboards, and class folders in faith formation classrooms
• Assist with materials for children’s liturgy
• Communicate with parents/adults via email and phone with approval from Directors
• Order materials and supplies for classes
• Work a few hours occasionally and as needed during first day of classes and attend mandatory parent meetings in the Fall
• Additional tasks as needed for successful administration of faith formation classes

Minimum Requirements:

        Education: High School Diploma at minimum with a college degree most preferred

        Experience:  2 to 4 years working in professional setting and knowledge of the Roman Catholic Faith

Location:  Holy Apostles Catholic Church (Colorado Springs, CO)

Part-Time Position: Non-Exempt/ 25 hours per week (Regular Weekday Schedule)

Date Open:  Open Now

Date Closed:  Until Filled

Pay Range:  $24 - $27 per hour DOE

Benefits:   Part time employees earn discretionary time off and may receive holiday pay (depending on work schedule).

Summary of Job Duties:  Working closely with the Director of Operations, the Accountant/Bookkeeper is responsible for the daily financial and accounting processes of the parish office. The Accountant/Bookkeeper assists the Director of Operations in financial record keeping, providing financial reporting and analysis, processes information for reports, assists in budgeting and forecasting for the parish, processes payroll and its related taxes and payroll filings for the paid staff of the parish, processes invoices for accounts payable, reconciles bank statements, and responds to ministry requests for budget and balance information.

GOALS & OBJECTIVES:
The Accountant/Bookkeeper is personally invested in the financial stewardship of the parish so that, by providing accountability and facilitating transparency, the parish may better accomplish its mission. The Accountant/Bookkeeper should apply their skills to ensure the timely accuracy of the financial operations of the parish and facilitate the effectiveness of ongoing parish operations.
•Commit to personal and professional development as a member of the parish staff
•Provide hands-on accountability and daily insight into the financial situation of the parish
•Contribute personally to the office staff, parish ministries, and financial stewardship of the parish through engagement and involvement

REPORTS:
Direct Manager: Director of Operations

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (to include but not limited to):
 

Financial
•Process invoices and requisitions for payment; prepares checks for Pastor’s signature; mails signed checks as needed
•Maintains parish bank accounts with up-to-date balances and assists with maintenance of day to day cash flow
•Manages and makes regular deposits of offertory and other parish income
•Maintains positive control over blank checks and account deposit slips
•Reconciles bank accounts monthly
•Responsible for calculating and preparing payroll checks and tax deposits for all employees
•Responsible for preparing all regular and periodic Federal and State tax reports and quarterly Diocesan Wage Reports
•Assists Director of Operations with managing payroll:
o Review Time Sheets
o Input Hours
o Calculate DTO
o Print New Time Sheets
o Update Payroll System with employee benefit changes
•Manages retirement accounting
•Prepares ACA Reports
•Runs credit card payments for walk-ins

Accounting
•Determines dispositions of and prepares cash receipts, cash disbursements, and adjusting journal entries for entry in the parish’s accounting system
•Ensures all financial transactions are accurately recorded in the parish’s accounting system
•Loads fiscal year budget data into the parish’s accounting system
•In conjunction with the Director of Operations, monitors actual versus budget expenditures of all cost centers
•Maintains a variety of reference binders and file of financial and accounting information for immediate availability
•Assists in the recording of parishioner contributions in parish database system and prepares annual contribution letters to all parishioners
•Calculates methodology paid to the Diocese
•Schedules and coordinates annual Audit
•Fields questions from parishioners regarding contributions
•Records deposits to parish database software
•Communicates with preschool regarding tuition payments
•Assists in managing online giving contributions and payments on parish database
•Works with Parish Secretary to manages church envelopes
•Works with Parish Secretary to plan coming year of offertory envelopes
•Manages second collections and assists with Christmas/Easter Mailings
•Corrects any discrepancy with mailing files, parishioner giving status, etc.
•Maintains files (working as well as long-term storage) of checks, stubs, reports and requisitions
TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE PROFILE:
•Bachelor degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience required
•Major in business administration, accounting, finance, organizational effectiveness, or personnel administration preferred
•Five to ten years’ experience in parish financial assistance or management
•Strong organizational skills along with oral & written communication skills required
•Computer skills and knowledge of accounting required
•Knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church and its mission required
•Experience from volunteer efforts on parish committees and events preferred

PROFILE FOR SUCCESS:
•Cooperation and teamwork: Works well with others
•Judgment in job performance: Decision making ability and keeping confidential information
•Reliability and quality of work: Achieves results
•Mission of the Church: Connects the work of the parish office to the parishioner experience
•Takes initiative: Develops continuously
•Communication: Professional demeanor and interpersonal skills
•Supervision and leadership: Leads courageously

The employee is preferred to be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Catholic Church and an active member of a Roman Catholic Parish.

As all diocesan employees represent the Roman Catholic Church, they are expected to conduct themselves according to the teachings, goals and mission of the Church in performing their work. Every employee of the parish is expected to model virtue and justice:

Create a warm, welcoming, positive and cheerful workplace for both staff and parishioners
Foster respect and dignity of all, do not gossip, do not slander or malign others
Embrace a spirit of docility, obedience, and accept the leadership and vision of the Pastor
Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
Demonstrate reliability, punctuality and personal integrity, personal issues do not interfere with managing work responsibilities
Adhere to business professional dress code

To Apply:  Parish applications can be found on this page at right, under the "Related Documents" column. Please send completed applications and resumes to Shelly Reida, Holy Apostles Catholic Church, e-mail to sreida@holyapostlescc.org

Location:  Holy Apostles Catholic Church (Colorado Springs, CO)

Full-Time Position: Non-Exempt/ up to 40 hours/ week (Able to work a flexible schedule as necessary nights, weekends)

Date Open:  Open Now

Date Closed:  Until Filled

Pay Range:  $20.19 - $22.60 per hour DOE

Benefits:   Full Time employees eligible for health, vision and dental coverage; receive holiday pay and earn discretionary time off; may participate in employee pension plan.

Summary of Job Duties:

• The parish youth ministry program is based on the USCCB document, Renewing the Vision: A Framework for Catholic Youth   Ministry
• Evangelize young people to live as disciples of Jesus Christ in our world today
• Work to foster the total personal and spiritual growth of each young person
• Seek to draw young people to responsible participation in the life, mission, and work of the parish and the universal Catholic Church.

REPORTS:
Direct Manager: Pastor or his designated staff person

REPORTS:
Direct Manager: Director of Operations

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (to include but not limited to):

•  Plan and execute weekly Youth Nights
•  Lead Confirmation Sacramental Preparation Classes and Retreats.
•  Develop a Youth Ministry Leadership Team comprised of youth and adults. The team will help provide vision, direction, support, and advocacy of youth ministry within the parish
• Coordinate the recruitment, training, support, and evaluation of volunteers in the youth ministry program
• Work in coordination with the Family Faith Formation program to develop relationships with families and younger students, effectively “filling the pipeline” for future youth ministry
• Review and provide resources (print, video, diocesan events) for effective programming.
• Foster involvement of teens in the life of the parish, including serving on parish committees and being involved in parish activities
• Coordinate the outreach to and evangelization of all young people in the parish and the surrounding community, to include schools
• Provide appropriate services, workshops and programs that support parents in their role as primary catechist to their children
• Develop leadership skills in youth and adults
• Plan, coordinate, and implement retreats for youth
• Act as liaison between the parish and diocesan office of youth ministry
• Is aware of community agencies and resources that interface with youth
• Submits annual financial report and budget; administers budget throughout the year

This description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making compensation decisions

TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE PROFILE:

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Youth ministry experience in a Catholic parish
• Demonstrated ability to grow a youth program

PROFILE FOR SUCCESS:

• Cooperation and teamwork: Works well with others
• Judgment in job performance: Decision making ability
• Reliability and quality of work: Achieves results
• Engaging attitude that promotes acceptance and inclusiveness of all young people
• Communication: Professional demeanor and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain personal and authoritative boundaries
• Strong working knowledge of social media platforms
• Mission of the Church: Connects the work of parish leadership to the parishioner experience
• Takes initiative: Develops youth program and personal professionalism continuously

The employee is expected to be a practicing Catholic in good standing and is faithful to the Magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church and an active member of a Roman Catholic Parish. Employee must undergo a background check and training with Diocesan Standards.

As all diocesan employees represent the Roman Catholic Church, they are expected to conduct themselves according to the teachings, goals and mission of the Church in performing their work. Every employee of the parish is expected to model virtue and justice:

• Create a warm, welcoming, positive and cheerful workplace for both staff and parishioners
• Foster respect and dignity of all, do not gossip, do not slander or malign others
• Embrace a spirit of docility, obedience, and accept the leadership and vision of the Pastor
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality and personal integrity, personal issues do not interfere with managing work responsibilities
• Adhere to business professional dress code

To Apply:  Parish applications can be found on this page at right, under the "Related Documents" column. Please send completed applications and resumes to Shelly Reida, Holy Apostles Catholic Church, e-mail to sreida@holyapostlescc.org