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DIOCESAN POSITIONS
ACCOUNTING LIAISON - CATHOLIC PASTORAL CENTER (COLORADO SPRINGS, CO)

Location:  Catholic Pastoral Center (Colorado Springs, CO)

Date Open:  OPEN NOW

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

Pay Range:  $20-$24/ hr.

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: 

To further the spiritual and religious mission of the Diocese by being responsible for assisting accounts receivable, accounts payable, and benefits/ payroll. This will include invoicing (several types of billing cost centers) to parishes and other entities from the CPC, bills for the CPC to be paid, credit card reconciliation, Sales, Lodging and Property taxes and other necessary payments. This position will also assist with data entry for benefits, payroll, worker’s compensation, general ledger and audit areas.

 

 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Support Accounts Receivables by
    • Creating invoices for parishes or other entities
      • Payroll
      • Pension
      • Methodology
      • Insurance
    • Update Loan Tracker
    • Update information for National Collections and Mission Co-op
    • Deposits
  • Support Accounts Payables by
    • Reviewing invoices entered into the accounting system
    • Create payments by ACH, EFT wire or check
    • Verifying credit card reconciliation
    • Reporting on monthly/quarterly basis for Sales Tax and Lodging Tax
    • Vendor / Database Management
    • End of year reporting
  • Support Payroll/Benefits
    • Assist with data entry for payroll
    • Assist with data entry for Worker’s Compensation
    • Assist with data entry for benefit enrollment

 

  • Parish Liaison
    • Answer questions regarding accounting software
    • Answer questions regarding A/R and A/P
    • Develop relationships with parishes and other entities

Minimum Requirements

  • Accounting software experience
    • Parish Soft knowledge (preferred)
    • Blackbaud Financial Edge knowledge (preferred)
    • QuickBooks (preferred)
  • Review incoming funds and attach to the correct invoice
  • Understanding of how to process payments via ACH, EFT wire or by check
  • Understanding of aged accounts and collections
  • Ability to track loan payments
  • Working knowledge including retirement, payroll and tax cash requirements
  • Understanding of Sales Tax and Lodging Tax payables
  • Understanding of Credit Cards, reconciliation and payables
  • Understanding of Vendor Management
  • Understanding of 1099/1096 reporting for all classifications and all end of year reporting
  • Understanding of 941 reporting and reconciliation
  • Understanding of a chart of accounts

 

Education or Formal Training/Experience

  • Associates degree or
  • 2 years of accounts payable working knowledge
  • 2 years of accounts receivable working knowledge
  • Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook experience
  • 10 Key/data entry

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Organizational skills
  • Customer Service skills
  • Time management skills
  • Team player
  • Detail oriented
  • Self-starter
  • Communication skills
  • Knowledge of how to create invoices, bill parishes and other diocesan entities
  • Knowledge of how to make remote deposits and in person and how to track the funds
  • Knowledge of National Collection and Mission Collections

Work Environment

  • Most of the assigned duties are performed in an office environment

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

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - CATHOLIC PASTORAL CENTER (COLORADO SPRINGS, CO)

Location:  Catholic Pastoral Center (Colorado Springs, CO)

Date Open:  OPEN NOW

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

Pay Range:  $19.00 -$21.00/ hr.

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: 

       To further the religious and spiritual mission of the Diocese of Colorado Springs by providing a variety of maintenance tasks, such as carpentry, minor electrical, plumbing, and painting at the Catholic Pastoral Center, and occasionally at other diocesan properties.

 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Maintenance of several properties to include but are not limited to:

  • Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
  • Move and maintain office furniture and equipment when needed. May include set up and tear down.
  • Painting/staining to include interior and exterior work when needed.
  • Perform maintenance, repairs and special projects as needed, including light electrical (Example: changing light bulbs, replacing light fixtures, ballasts, outlets and switches), carpentry, replacing ceiling tiles, repairing equipment and facility to include plumbing fixtures. 
  • Perform demolition during renovation, as required.
  • Maintain the grounds: keep sidewalks free of debris and snow (occasionally before and after hours, as needed); ensure the sprinkler system is operating properly to include startup and shutdown; fertilize, mow, trim, and rake lawn, plant flowers and bushes; and remove weeds.
  • Maintain roof and roof drains clear of debris.
  • Find creative solutions for a wide variety of facility needs and provide input to supervisor.
  • Organize janitor closets, monitor supplies and alert supervisor regarding maintenance of adequate stock.  Manage inventory of tools/supplies in good working order.
  • Water and prune interior plants.
  • Be available for facility emergency situations.
  • Support receptionist including answering switchboard and greeting visitors.
  • Maintain and clean parking lot.
  • Identify and schedule maintenance issues that need repair/attention.
  • Oversees contractors in the absence of the Director of Properties or Facilities Manager.
  • Participate in department meetings.
  • Back up to Facilities Manager on alarm calls, HVAC control system and Emerge system.
  • Follows appropriate HAZMAT and HAZCOM procedures.

 

Custodial:

  • Operate carpet cleaning system to maintain/clean carpets, according to the cleaning schedule.
  • Prepare cleaning solutions for carpet and general cleaning purposes by following label instructions to achieve desired results.
  • Perform custodial tasks not provided by contractor or in emergencies.

Minimum Requirements

  • Education: No specific requirements.
  • Experience: Experience with basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.  Knowledge of HVAC, a plus; or other background demonstrating application of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  • Strong ability to maintain items and equipment in a neat, orderly fashion.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize a diverse workload to accomplish tasks.
  • Ability to read and follow written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with other staff members and their schedules.
  • Ability to coordinate maintenance/repairs to best utilize time and materials.
  • Ability to properly handle tools and materials to minimize accident/injury.
  • Ability to troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns of equipment.
  • Ability to be trusted around data and information.
  • Ability to operate light to mid-range equipment/machinery.
  • Possess an attitude of pride in workmanship and can achieve high standards consistently.
  • Self-starter or quick learner who can make good judgments in the event of problems.
  • Ability to use or quickly learn Outlook & Excel to facilitate scheduling and communication/follow-up.
  • Possess a presence around which people feel safe in the facility.  Personable.
  • Willingness/ability to be flexible with schedule for special circumstances and occasional evening and weekend work.

 

Work Environment

  • Occasional exposure to Cold (50 F or less) and Heat (90 F or more)
  • Frequent work at Heights (ladders, roofs, etc.)
  • Frequent noise (tools, motors, etc.)
  • Frequent driving (other work locations, store, etc.)
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending and repetitive motion
  • Occasional sitting, computer work, etc.
  • Frequent exposure to dust and dirt
  • Frequent use of power tools and hand tools (saws, drills, hammers, etc.)
  • Occasional use of mowers, weedwhackers, snowblowers/snow shovels
  • Occasional use of garden tools (shovels, rakes, etc.)
  • Frequent lifting of 25lb or less and occasional lifting over 25lb

 

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

PARISH POSITIONS
RECEPTIONIST - FRANCISCAN RETREAT CENTER (COLORADO SPRINGS, CO)

Job Title:  Receptionist (Full Time: 30 - 40 hours per week/Non-Exempt)

Location:  Franciscan Retreat Center (Colorado Springs, CO)

Date Open: Open Now

Desired Start Date:  As soon as practical.

Pay Range:  $18.00 - $19.00 per hour.

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/Summary of Job Duties: 

The receptionist helps with managing inquiries and paperwork for guests of the retreat center, ensuring a positive experience for all guests who inquire or use the Center.  This individual helps to coordinate and communicate with guests and the culinary department and perform the daily receptionist duties.  All aspects of this ministry are to be done in a manner consistent with the Center’s Values and Mission.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Helps to maintain FRC’s reservation calendar and CampBrain database.
  • Helps to coordinate guest needs with conference room set-ups and meals
  • Helps to maintain contracts and take and note group deposits or payments via credit card
  • Prepares security report
  • Helps to prepare weekend staff notes per group
  • Helps with guest check-in and at times, check-out
  • Sends evaluation email to FRC & Culinary Directors
  • May send out documents to those who send inquiries
  • Answers questions regarding rates or booking process
  • Handles gift shop transactions
  • Is primary contact for private retreatants
  • May perform other tasks required by director

Minimum Requirements:

  • Two-year certificate from college or technical school; or one to 3 years related experience in customer service/hospitality, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Education and/or Experience:

  • High School diploma or general education degree (GED)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Excellent written, verbal communication and listening skills and the ability to relate well with a variety of people
  • Excellent Customer Service Skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Basic clerical and office skills
  • Basic mathematical knowledge and skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.  Ability to use these software programs without FRC training.
  • Ability to use Blackbaud Terminal Processing to take credit card payments

Work Environment:

  • Most of the assigned duties are performed in an office environment
  • Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
  • While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration

TO APPLY:   Please send resumes to Hr@diocs.org.  For further information or questions, please contact Human Resources at the Catholic Pastoral Center:  719-636-2345.

MUSIC MINISTRY DIRECTOR - ST. PETER CATHOLIC CHURCH (MONUMENT, CO)

Reports ToPastor

Team: Music Department

Status: Full-time exempt, in-office/onsite (40 hrs./wk.)

Salary: $65,000.00 -$68,000.00 / annual (BOE)

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: To promote, coordinate and develop the active participation of the parish community in liturgical prayer and music.

This position is primarily onsite, with occasional nights and weekends required, based on the needs of the parish. This role requires a friendly, helpful, person with good judgment and a heart for serving the staff and community. 

Responsibilities:

Parish:

  • Weekly direct the music and cantors for the Saturday 5:00pm, Sunday 8:00 and 10:30am and 5:00pm liturgies. Cover holy days, Lenten Friday nights, Parish retreats & missions, regional Masses and other as needed
  •  Act as accompanist at weekend Masses and seasonal liturgies
  • To oversee all liturgical music for the weekend liturgies, assuring continuity throughout the liturgies and reviewing the music selections for each liturgy six weeks in advance
  • With DRE coordinate and help execute the music for children's sacramental celebrations
  • Partner with Pastor and DRE to design, prepare and execute all liturgies including various seasonal liturgies such as Lent, Easter, etc.
  • Meet with engaged couples and coordinate music for weddings. Meet with families and coordinate music for funerals. Attend staff and liturgy meetings
  • Meet with other music leaders before every liturgical season to coordinate appropriate music for that season

School:

  • Meet with teachers to plan occasional school liturgies
  • Accompanist during school Masses

Administrative:

  • To serve as a resource person to parish staff and parish at large on the subject of music within liturgical worship
  • Advertise and promote activities by use of weekly parish bulletin flyers, pulpit announcements and other appropriate media
  • Coordinate maintenance and repair of all parish owned instruments. Coordinate with outside contractors to maintain sound system
  • Supervise the person responsible for operating the sound system
  • Order and distribute all music requested by music leaders
  • Complete all volunteer paperwork and training as per Diocesan guidelines
  • Coordinate replacement musicians for specific absences
  • Submit purchase orders and ensure timely ordering of supplies
  • Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions


Budget:

  • Propose a yearly budget plan of itemized financial assessment of the cost and expenses for the following items: a) Equipment b) Choir materials, c) Staff development expenses (professional memberships & subscriptions), d) Contracted musicians

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.

Minimum Requirements: Ability to play piano and organ, choir direction skills, good sense and knowledge of catholic church liturgy
Education: Bachelor's degree in music, ability to play piano and organ in church environment
Experience: Musical background or other background demonstrating application of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

  •  Ability to formulate liturgies based on sound theology
  •  Ability to provide musical performances and public speaking engagements
  •  Strong interpersonal skills and leadership abilities to include sensitivity and confidentiality
  •  Knowledge of church history, spirituality and liturgy
  • Participation in continuing education, workshops and seminars
  • A recognition of the role of the pastor in the parish and an ability and willingness to support that reality
  • Willingness to attend parish functions
  • Valid Driver License

 

Send resume, cover letter, references and salary requirements to St. Peter Catholic Church, 55 Jefferson Street Church, Monument, CO 80132. Attention to Fr. Gregory Golyzniak - pastor or email to <ggolyzniak@diocs.org>

 

COORDINATOR OF ELEMENTERY FAITH FORMATION CATECHIST AND FAMILIES - AVE MARIA CATHOLIC CHURCH (PARKER, CO)

Job Title: Coordinator of Elementary Faith Formation Catechists and Families

Location: Parker, CO

Submit applications by: August 13, 2025

Start date: As soon as practicable

Reports to: Director of Religious Education

Supervises: Volunteers

Cooperates primarily with: Middle School and High School Youth Ministers; Director of Adult Faith Formation; Choir Director

Full time, 30-40 hrs/week, with benefits

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

Sunday through Thursday with frequent evenings

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.

 

Employer summary: We are looking for someone in love with the Lord and His Church who is excited about working with Catechists of grades K-5, as well as the parents and children to build up the domestic church. This job consists primarily in building relationships with and supporting the catechists in our elementary faith formation programs, engaging with parents, choosing curricula for the elementary programs, cooperating with the school and lastly, having some interaction with the children in our programs. Ave Maria Catholic Parish comprises a Pre-K-8 school and nearly 3,000 registered families.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

 

  • Know and pray for volunteers and families
  • Inspire volunteers: giving volunteers a way to see what they are doing in the context of all of Salvation History, and that what they are doing is important because the Holy Spirit is breathing into it
  • Equip volunteers for success in forming children in the faith
  • Care for the needs of the volunteers in practical and tangible ways
  • Recruit, train, build relationships with and support catechists and other volunteers through: spending relational time with them; trainings; 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
    • Coordinate monthly catechist gatherings
  • Maintain clear and constant communication with volunteers, including regarding schedules, safe environment training, etc.
  • Cooperate intensively with the families 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 encounter God in the Sacraments and live life as a family flowing from the Sacraments
    • Coordinate monthly elementary family gatherings
  • 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
  • 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 spiritually nourishing, engaging and fun activities during the summer and at other times to help children discover the joy and beauty of the Faith
    • Organize and record pertinent information for Sacramental Records

 

Requirements:

 

  • Love for God and His Church
  • Open to continued learning and formation in the life of God
  • Solid commitment to prayer, discipleship and cooperation, demonstrated by frequent reception of the Sacraments, adherence to Church teaching, participation in parish life and openness to working with others
  • Strong communication and organizational skills

 

Physical requirements:

Frequent communication with others, walking, standing, sitting, bending, operating standard office equipment, public speaking, and exposure to the noise of happy (and unhappy) 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 Father Tim O'Connell at dre@avemaria.church

CUSTODIAN - ST. PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH (COLORADO SPRINGS, CO)

We are looking for a full-time custodian.

 

Here is the link with the information for our website: https://stpaulcos.org/careers

FACILITIES TECHNICIAN - AVE MARIA CATHOLIC CHURCH AND SCHOOL (PARKER, CO)

General Purpose: To further the religious and spiritual mission of the Ave Maria Catholic School and Church by providing a variety of maintenance tasks, such as landscape, carpentry, minor electrical, plumbing, and painting at the School, Gym, Brownstein Hall, Dwyer Hall, Church, 2 Rectories and the Entire Premises. This includes cleaning, event set-up and takedown and securing of facilities. Minor maintenance included. Along with other essential duties and responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Ensure the safety of yourself, the clergy, staff, students, parents, parishioners and a visitors by following the safety guidelines at all times
  • Stay up to date with Virtus and the Virtus Coordinator at all times
  • Perform light maintenance, repairs and special projects as needed, including light electrical (Example: changing light bulbs, replacing light fixtures, ballasts, outlets and switches), carpentry, replacing ceiling tiles, repairing equipment and facility to include plumbing fixtures, plumbing, and making emergency repairs in a timely manner
  • Keep Sanctuary and bathrooms cleaned and sanitized between  Masses on Saturday and Sunday
  • Complete necessary set-up, take-down and cleaning associated with events and functions.  This may include wall partitions, tables, chairs, etc. Move and maintain office furniture and equipment when needed.
  • Painting/staining to include interior and exterior work when needed.
  • Perform demolition during renovation, as required.
  • Keep sidewalks free of debris and snow (occasionally before and after hours, as needed)
  • Plow snow in parking lot, clear sidewalks, walkways, entrances, basketball courts, and field of snow and ice. Spread ice melt on entrances, sidewalks and walkways. Be available for early arrival for snow removal. (4:00am)
  • Backpack clear entryways and walkways to make sure walkways are clear of debris.
  • Ensure the sprinkler system is operating properly to include startup and shutdown.
  • Maintain attractive grounds including fertilizing, mow, trim, and rake lawn, plant flowers and bushes, and clear weeds.
  • Spray weed kill in areas of weed growth.
  • Maintain the field by using the equipment provided
  • Maintain roof and roof drains clear of debris quarterly, or more, as needed.
  • Organize janitor's closets, monitors supplies and alerts supervisor regarding maintenance of adequate stock. Manages inventory of tools/supplies in good working order.
  • Maintain and clean parking lot. Pick up trash around the premises
  • Identify and schedule maintenance issues that need repair/attention.
  • Oversees contractors in the absence of the Facilities Manager
  • Assist/ perform in testing and inspecting 2 elevators on a monthly basis.
  • Participates in weekly and monthly department meetings.
  • Back up to Facilities Manager on alarm calls. Be available for on call on a 24-hour, 7 day a week basis for emergencies and troubleshooting HVAC control system.
  • Perform other task and responsibilities assigned by the Facilities Manager, Business Manager, Pastor and School Principal.
  • Regular timely attendance during stated core hours or hours approved by the pastor and management
  • Make sure buildings are secure before leaving for the night
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds individually & 100 lbs team lift, as well as having complete mobility in building and grounds activities
  • Ability to provide own transportation for job-related responsibilities including giving staff and clergy a ride on occasion. Pick up/ drop off equipment, bus, shuttle, Sunday donuts. Have a clean driving record, insurance and registration
  • Maintain a basic knowledge of industrial chemicals
  • Must be able to work independently, be self-directed, and thorough in completing projects in full
  • Find creative solutions for a wide variety of facility needs and provide input to supervisor.
  • Perform custodial tasks not provided by contractor.
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Clean up any spills, biohazards and emergency calls from front office.

 

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 principle job elements essential for making compensation decisions.

Minimum Requirements:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience:

  • Commercial custodial experience preferred, minor repair work, carpentry and painting experience are a plus.
  • Strong human relations skills desired.
  • Must be able to work some evenings and weekends.
  • Preferred but not required:
    • Basis IT Support experience
    • Ability to drive School Bus, including a Class B CDL License. Will consider training to attain Class B CDL License if don’t have already have one.

 

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

· Knowledge of basic HVAC and mechanical functions of a large non-residential building.

· Must be able to climb ladders

· Familiarity with common hand and power tools: screwdrivers, saws, drills, wrenches and hammers

· Ability to effectively communicate with staff, volunteers and parishioners.

· Understanding and respect for working in a Catholic Church environment.

· Ability to work independently

· Ability to lift 50 pounds and move large furniture and equipment.

· Ability to provide own transportation for job-related responsibilities.

· Availability to be on-call for emergencies

· Good organizational and planning skills

 

We offer competitive pay and benefits package for this position. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for maintaining facilities, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity.

 

Job Type: Full-time

Salary Range: $20 -$24 /hour DOE

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

  • Parker, CO 80138 (Required)

 

About the Employer

As Catholics in the Diocese of Colorado Springs, led by our Bishop and in communion with our Holy Father the Pope, we are committed to deepening our union with Jesus Christ through worship, prayer, formation and to bringing Christ to the world through word, witness, and service.

Please submit resumes to: Damon Engelby @ dengelby@avemaria.church

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