Roman Catholic Diocese of Tucson is hiring: Communication Coordinator in Tucson

Santa Catalina Catholic Parish

Job Description

Job Title: Communications Coordinator Status: Part-time/Full-time

Exemption Status: Non-exempt Salary Grade: 16-20

Location: Santa Catalina Catholic Church / Tucson, AZ

Primary Function: Under the direction of the Pastor or Office Manager, the Communications Coordinator is responsible for managing and disseminating parish communications through various channels, including print, digital platforms, and potentially social media. This role involves providing essential information to the parish, ensuring that parishioners and staff are kept up-to-date on upcoming events, news, and important announcements. The Employee shall be a minister of the Gospel and Catholic Teaching behaviorally while at work and in his/her personal life, "...Live in a manner worthy of the call you have received." (Eph. 4:1)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Communications:

• Works closely with the pastor, staff, and parish ministries leader to gather contents and materials to ensure that the parish community is informed and engaged.
• Create, coordinate, layout, and distribute a weekly bulletin detailing upcoming Masses, Special Holiday/Holy Days services, announcements, and other relevant information.
• Ensure that all Parish's Liturgical and Ministry Schedules are available through the various communication channels.
• Manage the parish website and social media presence, ensuring parishioners have easy access to the latest news and updates.
• Develop and implement communication strategies to enhance parish engagement and give parishioners the resources and information they need to stay connected and actively involved in the community.
• Create and maintain parish and ministry brochures and other publications.
• Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all communication platforms.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Support the parish's spiritual and pastoral mission.
• The employee shall abide by Catholic principles in their professional and private life, demonstrating complete adherence to Catholic morals and teachings.
• Foster communication and collaboration with DOT parishes and diocesan employees.
• Keep copies of produced bulletins in the archive book.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality of parish business at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in computer technology, including word processing, graphic design software, and website content management systems.
• Proficient written, verbal, public speaking, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Self-directed with a strong initiative to identify and pursue tasks without constant supervision.
• Able to successfully pass a criminal history and background check
• A collaborative and organized individual with excellent interpersonal skills who can work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance.
• A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of the Catholic Church.

Education and Experience:

• A bachelor's degree in communications, technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in communications, including writing, editing, and graphic design.
• Experience with IT support and troubleshooting.

Other/Preferred Skills:

• Bilingual (English-Spanish)
• Experience working in a parish or non-profit setting.

Covenants of Employment:
Santa Catalina Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic religious organization, and all employees are expected to respect and conduct themselves following the values, teachings, and morals of the Roman Catholic Church and by Arizona state law. Under the "Zero Tolerance Policy," no one will be knowingly assigned or retained to serve in the Parish/Church/School when that person is determined to have engaged in the abuse of a minor or to have violated boundaries in dealing with minors.