Diocesan Employment Opportunities
Principal - Loyola College Preparatory High School, Shreveport, LA
Diocesan Director of Communications - Catholic Center, Shreveport, LA
Diocesan Director of Youth Ministry - Catholic Center, Shreveport, LA
Director of Religious Education - Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe, LA
Director of Religious Education - St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Ruston, LA
Director of Jr. High & High School Youth Ministry - St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Ruston, LA
Organist - St. Paul Catholic Church, Minden, LA
Details below
Principal, Loyola College Preparatory High School, Shreveport, LA
Category: Exempt - Full Time not overtime eligible under FSLA
Position Overview:
Loyola College Prep, a Catholic, co-ed college preparatory high school has opened a search for its next Principal who will assume leadership in July 2025. The school seeks a faith-filled strategic leader who will champion the incredible staff and students to pursue academic excellence. The Principal will also ensure the fulfillment of the school to create men and women of conscience, character and compassion, continuing the Jesuit Catholic tradition of discipline, academic excellence, student involvement, and faith in action for "The Greater Glory of God."
Loyola College Prep offers a faith-based high school experience grounded in Catholicism and growing students in conscience, character and compassion.
Loyola College Prep is located in an urban setting, surrounded by hospitals, churches, and a cathedral. There are nearby Catholic middle and elementary schools. Its nearly 380 students, both Catholic and non-Catholic, come together from many different middle schools in the Shreveport-Bossier City metropolitan area.
Approximately half of the faculty has earned a master's degree or above as well as served in positions varying from newspaper editor to attorney.
Students of all faith backgrounds join as a student body for weekly mass at the Cathedral of St. John Berchmans just footsteps away from the campus. With more than 35 student organizations the school values community involvement and service, sharing the love of Christ.
For more information about Loyola College Prep, please visit their website.
Additional information and our application procedures regarding this exciting executive leadership opportunity can be found in our detailed search prospectus here.
Key Responsibilities:
Specifically, the Principal will give clear educational, faith, and moral leadership by providing direction to fulfill the mission of the school as follows:
• Regularly holding faculty meetings, speaking to students and parents, and communicating with the school's constituencies about the school's mission, values, culture, goals, and expectations as a Catholic educational institution in the Diocese of Shreveport.
• Regularly meet with the Board of Directors Executive and Finance Committee on matters requiring their attention.
• Assign administrative and teaching duties and provide supervision, job descriptions, and annual evaluation procedures for all employees reporting to the Principal.
• Provide for ongoing professional development of the faculty and staff.
• Hire and terminate all employees reporting to the Principal.
• Delegate responsibilities appropriately and appoint committees and councils to advise and assist in achieving the school's Catholic educational mission.
• Approve the school's master schedule, annual calendar, and daily schedule and coordinate the scheduling of all school-related activities.
• Work with the Finance Officer and the Board of Directors Finance Committee in developing the annual budget and monitoring compliance with and fiscal control over the budget for staff development, school administration, curricular, athletics, and academic departments.
• Supervise and maintain a sound disciplinary system to ensure an appropriate educational climate.
• Represent the school in all official functions relating to the educational community and project a positive image of the school in the community.
• Make decisions in the admission and dismissal of students following the school's policies and procedures.
• Participate in leadership activities, including those of the Office for Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Shreveport.
• Be available, accessible, and effective in communications with parents, students, and the Broad constituency.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the President appropriate to the position of Principal.
Required Qualifications:
• All candidates must be practicing Roman Catholics and hold a current Administrative certificate (or similar credential).
• Candidates should have experience teaching and/or leading at the secondary level.
• Applicants should be prepared to work closely with the Board of Directors, Administration, the school Office Manager, and parents/guardians, as well as work collaboratively with their fellow principals and the Diocesan Catholic Schools Office to ensure the vitality of our collective school community.
• The Principal should be passionate about educating high school students within a community-focused, supportive, faith-filled environment grounded in research-based and relevant educational practices.
Benefits:
A comprehensive benefits package includes two medical plan options: dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long-term disability, pension, 403(b), FSA, and sick leave, vacation, and holidays.
Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit complete application materials via email. The job will remain open until filled.
Application Instructions & Information Needed:
The search committee is on a fast-track to identify and secure the next Principal. All inquiries and applications will be treated with the highest degree of confidentiality and with the greatest respect. Candidates are expected to be available to assume the responsibilities of the position in July 2025 or sooner.
To apply, please submit the following materials as separate PDF attachments in one email to Kyle Pietrantonio at kpietrantonio@partnersinmission.com
• Cover letter that aligns your experiences and skills with the school’s current needs as you understand them.
• Current resume with all appropriate dates included.
• Statement of Catholic educational leadership philosophy.
• List of five references with names, physical addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses.
No references will be contacted without your knowledge and approval.
Please include “Loyola College Prep” in the subject line.
Diocesan Director of Communications - Catholic Center, Shreveport, LA
Category: Exempt - Full Time
Travel Required - Yes
Salary Range: $53,000 - $55,000
I. Basic Functions
Director Responsibilities:
Digital Communications: Manage and oversee all digital communications for the diocese, including email newsletters, and content for various platforms.
Social Media Management: Develop and implement a strategic plan for social media, ensuring regular and engaging content that aligns with the mission and values of the diocese.
Diocesan Publication - The Catholic Connection: Serve as the editor of the diocesan publication, ensuring high-quality content, timely publication, and alignment with diocesan mission.
Catholic Service Appeal: Coordinate and oversee the publication work for the annual Catholic Service Appeal, including designing promotional materials, creating content, and ensuring wide distribution.
Website Management: Oversee the diocesan website, ensuring it is user-friendly, up-to-date, and a valuable resource for parishioners and visitors.
Photography/Videography: Capture and edit photos and videos from diocesan events and activities, maintaining a visual record of the diocese.
Public Relations: Serve as the primary contact for media inquiries, develop press releases, and maintain positive relationships with local and national media.
Office Management: Maintain an organized office environment, manage a small staff, and ensure the smooth operation of all communications-related activities.
Travel: Travel within the diocese as needed for event coverage, meetings, and other duties.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in communications, editing, or public relations, and supervisory experience preferably in a religious or non-profit setting.
Strong understanding of Catholic teachings and the ability to communicate them effectively and a Catholic in good standing.
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Proficiency in digital communications, including social media, website management, and email marketing.
Experience with publication design and management.
Ability to work with vendors for publication needs.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite for editing and publications, including Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, and Illustrator.
Helpful to be familiar with programs like Canva, WordPress, and Flocknote.
Ability to travel within the diocese as required.
Strong organizational and leadership skills.
Physical requirements such as extended standing, squatting, bending, especially for photography work.
Benefits:
Health, Life, LTD, as well as supplemental policies are available, like vision, critical illness, and short-term disability.
Days off including vacation, sick, holidays, holy days, bereavement leave, and jury duty.
Retirement 403(b) plan
Professional development funds and an opportunity to attend an annual professional organization conference
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and portfolio of relevant work to mstraub@dioshpt.org or if you have any questions.
Please include "Director of Communications Application" in the subject line.
Director of Religious Education - St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Ruston, LA
Category: Full-time Position
Salary: $36,000+
Schedule: Varied Schedule for events with regular weekly office hours
Job Duties
Administrative Duties
1. Organizes, schedules, and oversees religious education programs for grades Pre-K through 12th.
2. Prepares and schedules sacramental programs for children and parents.
3. Orders textbooks, teaching materials, and resources for the program.
4. Retains financial documentation for all transactions incurred for OCIA, Adult Formation, PSR, sacrament celebrations, VBS, and family hospitality events.
5. Reports monthly to the pastor and pastoral council.
6. Stays within the guidelines of both diocesan and parish policies.
7. Reviews and updates the catechetical parent handbook as needed and presents to parents annually at the time of enrollment.
8. Acts as the local safety coordinator for all volunteers with minors and supplies reports on volunteer training and the annual safety training of minors.
Supervisory
1. Provides support and supervision to volunteers and/or staff working with children and youth, OCIA, and adults.
2. Provides support, resources, and supervision to volunteers involved in Vacation Bible School.
3. Recruits volunteer catechists and youth mentors, providing appropriate in-service training and formation for them.
4. Counsels, advises, and visits with students, parents, and volunteers if classroom problems arise.
5. Provides resources for leaders involved in the OCIA process.
6. Provides resources for adult formation.
Spirituality and Prayer Leadership
1. Prepares for para-liturgies for children.
2. Plans with the pastor for sacramental rites for religious education students.
Staff Responsibilities
1. Meets regularly with parish staff to collaborate on parish programs.
2. Works with the youth director to synchronize religious education and youth ministry activities.
3. Assists with communication for parish programs by co-managing church social media and church-wide text and email reminders through the Shelby Next system.
Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
1. Demonstrates ability to carry out administrative and supervisory duties, utilizing good communication and relationship skills.
2. Must be an active member, in Good Standing, of the Roman Catholic Church.
3. Computer literate.
Education, Training, and Experience
1. BA in Religious Education or a degree in a related field such as education or family consumer science.
2. Continues participation in the Safe Environment Program sponsored by the diocese.
Diocesan Director of Youth Ministry - Catholic Center, Shreveport, LA
Category: Exempt - Full Time
Salary Range: $52,000 - $54,000
I. Basic Functions
Director Responsibilities:
1. Articulate the vision, values, goals and objectives that foster the development of Christian discipleship based on traditions and teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, and the spiritual growth and leadership among the youth in our diocese and evaluate past goals and objectives.
2. Provide leadership training and resources for the adults who assist and participate in youth ministries in the diocese.
3. Assist clergy and staff in the education and formation of parish youth ministers.
4. Research, evaluate and provide resources to support the ministry of youth in parishes.
5. Collaborate with other diocesan offices, parishes, and civic organizations involved in Catholic education formation and evangelization in the diocese.
6. Maintain consistent and positive contact with the adults working in youth ministry to keep them informed of ministry developments and offer support.
7. Develop and communicate mission, policies and programs with parish coordinators of youth ministry.
8. Establish and maintain an Advisory Council for Youth Ministry consisting of coordinators of youth ministry and youth leaders from each parish.
9. Assist parishes in the coordination, collaboration, planning organization and implementation of diocesan level opportunities and events for middle school and high school youth, throughout the parishes to socialize, worship, serve and grow in the Catholic faith.
10. Implement and coordinate retreats, workshops, networking, meetings, and other opportunities to gather as professionals in ministry.
11. Be open to assignments from the Bishop.
Administrative Duties:
1. Participate in scheduled diocesan and departmental meetings and events.
2. Attend national, regional, and provincial events relevant to youth and young adult ministry as directed by Bishop or supervisor as the diocesan representative.
3. Formulate and administer an annual budget.
4. Prepare written reports as requested.
5. Manage the activities and responsibilities of an Administrative Assistant for the Youth Office.
6. Maintain database of parish and school coordinators of youth ministry.
7. Participate in educational and training opportunities for personal development.
8. Establish and maintain a monthly Newsletter as well as other correspondence and resource materials to be distributed to all locations in the diocese, including youth ministers, DRE’s, school principals and pastors.
9. Maintain website for Youth Ministry.
10. Coordinate a yearly calendar of programs and events throughout the diocese, including regional and national events.
Relationships:
1. Collaborate with the other diocesan offices, especially faith formation, vocations, and development.
2. Communicate with the diocesan Bishop on matters of the youth office as requested.
3. Maintain liaison with pastors, other ministers, campus, youth and young adult ministers.
Accountability:
1. Reports to the Chancellor for Personnel & Administration through regular meetings and periodic performance evaluations.
Qualifications:
Academic Preparation:
1. Undergraduate degree in theology, adolescent psychology, religious education, secondary education, or related field.
2. Preferred - graduate degree in theology, religious education, pastoral ministry or related field.
3. Possess working knowledge of current Church doctrine.
4. Preferred - bilingual in Spanish and English is beneficial to this position.
Experience:
1. Be a practicing Catholic in good standing and active in parish.
2. Possess at least three (3) years of relevant, responsible, and documented parish, school, and/or diocesan experience.
3. Demonstrated abilities for effective teaching skills and methodologies.
4. Experience in using commonly utilized computer programs (Microsoft Suite applications like Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, Access etc.)
5. Experience in planning and coordinating seminars and other large-scale events.
6. Experience in supervision and training in this ministry.
Critical Skills:
1. Excellent interpersonal and group communication; both written and spoken.
2. Ability to function effectively in a team or collaborative ministry setting, even in a diverse population.
3. Confidentiality
4. Leadership
5. Accountability
6. Initiative/Commitment
7. Able to work nights and weekends as necessary.
8. Travel as needed.
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and portfolio of relevant work to mstraub@dioshpt.org or if you have any questions.
Please include "Director of Youth Ministry Application" in the subject line.
Director of Religious Education - St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Ruston, LA
Category: Full-time Position
Salary: $36,000+
Schedule: Varied Schedule for events with regular weekly office hours
Job Duties
Administrative Duties
1. Organizes, schedules, and oversees religious education programs for grades Pre-K through 12th.
2. Prepares and schedules sacramental programs for children and parents.
3. Orders textbooks, teaching materials, and resources for the program.
4. Retains financial documentation for all transactions incurred for OCIA, Adult Formation, PSR, sacrament celebrations, VBS, and family hospitality events.
5. Reports monthly to the pastor and pastoral council.
6. Stays within the guidelines of both diocesan and parish policies.
7. Reviews and updates the catechetical parent handbook as needed and presents to parents annually at the time of enrollment.
8. Acts as the local safety coordinator for all volunteers with minors and supplies reports on volunteer training and the annual safety training of minors.
Supervisory
1. Provides support and supervision to volunteers and/or staff working with children and youth, OCIA, and adults.
2. Provides support, resources, and supervision to volunteers involved in Vacation Bible School.
3. Recruits volunteer catechists and youth mentors, providing appropriate in-service training and formation for them.
4. Counsels, advises, and visits with students, parents, and volunteers if classroom problems arise.
5. Provides resources for leaders involved in the OCIA process.
6. Provides resources for adult formation.
Spirituality and Prayer Leadership
1. Prepares for para-liturgies for children.
2. Plans with the pastor for sacramental rites for religious education students.
Staff Responsibilities
1. Meets regularly with parish staff to collaborate on parish programs.
2. Works with the youth director to synchronize religious education and youth ministry activities.
3. Assists with communication for parish programs by co-managing church social media and church-wide text and email reminders through the Shelby Next system.
Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
1. Demonstrates ability to carry out administrative and supervisory duties, utilizing good communication and relationship skills.
2. Must be an active member, in Good Standing, of the Roman Catholic Church.
3. Computer literate.
Education, Training, and Experience
1. BA in Religious Education or a degree in a related field such as education or family consumer science.
2. Continues participation in the Safe Environment Program sponsored by the diocese.
3. Participates in ongoing educational opportunities to stay current on trends in catechetics.
Working Conditions - This position requires frequent weekend and evening work hours.
To apply, contact Fr. Kevin Mues by email at acts.cmin@gmail.com
Director of Religious Education - St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Ruston, LA
Category: Exempt - Full Time
Salary Range: $36,000
Job Duties
Administrative Duties
1. Organizes, schedules, and oversees religious education programs for grades Pre-K through 12th.
2. Prepares and schedules sacramental programs for children and parents.
3. Orders textbooks, teaching materials, and resources for the program.
4. Retains financial documentation for all transactions incurred for OCIA, Adult Formation, PSR, sacrament celebrations, VBS, and family hospitality events.
5. Reports monthly to the pastor and pastoral council.
6. Stays within the guidelines of both diocesan and parish policies.
7. Reviews and updates the catechetical parent handbook as needed and presents to parents annually at the time of enrollment.
8. Acts as the local safety coordinator for all volunteers with minors and supplies reports on volunteer training and the annual safety training of minors.
Supervisory
1. Provides support and supervision to volunteers and/or staff working with children and youth, OCIA, and adults.
2. Provides support, resources, and supervision to volunteers involved in Vacation Bible School.
3. Recruits volunteer catechists and youth mentors, providing appropriate in-service training and formation for them.
4. Counsels, advises, and visits with students, parents, and volunteers if classroom problems arise.
5. Provides resources for leaders involved in the OCIA process.
6. Provides resources for adult formation.
Director of Religious Education - Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe, LA
Description:
Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church is seeking a dynamic and faith-filled Director of Religious Education (DRE) to begin in June or July 2025.
This role can be full-time or part-time and is integral to nurturing lifelong discipleship within our vibrant community.
Job Duties
1. CCD/Parish School of Religion (Grades 1–12)
2. Sacramental preparation for First Communion and Confirmation
3. OCIA for adults, children, and teens
4. Adult faith formation initiatives
5. Youth ministry coordination
Qualifications
Education, Training, and Experience
1. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Catholic theology, religious education, or a related field
2. Experience in catechetics or youth ministry
3. Strong leadership, organization, flexibility
4. A deep personal commitment to the Catholic faith
Salary
For full-time, 40 hours/week: $40,000–$50,000, based on education and experience.
Part-time salary will vary by hours worked. Benefits may be available depending on schedule.
Join us in forming disciples and strengthening the Church through lifelong faith formation!
To apply, please send your resume to Fr. Peter B. Mangum, to Fr.Peter@JGSchurch.org.
Director of Religious Education - St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Ruston, LA
Category: Full-time Position
Salary: $36,000+
Schedule: Varied Schedule for events with regular weekly office hours
Job Duties
Administrative Duties
1. Organizes, schedules, and oversees religious education programs for grades Pre-K through 12th.
2. Prepares and schedules sacramental programs for children and parents.
3. Orders textbooks, teaching materials, and resources for the program.
4. Retains financial documentation for all transactions incurred for OCIA, Adult Formation, PSR, sacrament celebrations, VBS, and family hospitality events.
5. Reports monthly to the pastor and pastoral council.
6. Stays within the guidelines of both diocesan and parish policies.
7. Reviews and updates the catechetical parent handbook as needed and presents to parents annually at the time of enrollment.
8. Acts as the local safety coordinator for all volunteers with minors and supplies reports on volunteer training and the annual safety training of minors.
Supervisory
1. Provides support and supervision to volunteers and/or staff working with children and youth, OCIA, and adults.
2. Provides support, resources, and supervision to volunteers involved in Vacation Bible School.
3. Recruits volunteer catechists and youth mentors, providing appropriate in-service training and formation for them.
4. Counsels, advises, and visits with students, parents, and volunteers if classroom problems arise.
5. Provides resources for leaders involved in the OCIA process.
6. Provides resources for adult formation.
Spirituality and Prayer Leadership
1. Prepares for para-liturgies for childre
Director of Religious Education - St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Ruston, LA
Category: Exempt - Full Time
Salary Range: $36,000
Job Duties
Administrative Duties
1. Organizes, schedules, and oversees religious education programs for grades Pre-K through 12th.
2. Prepares and schedules sacramental programs for children and parents.
3. Orders textbooks, teaching materials, and resources for the program.
4. Retains financial documentation for all transactions incurred for OCIA, Adult Formation, PSR, sacrament celebrations, VBS, and family hospitality events.
5. Reports monthly to the pastor and pastoral council.
6. Stays within the guidelines of both diocesan and parish policies.
7. Reviews and updates the catechetical parent handbook as needed and presents to parents annually at the time of enrollment.
8. Acts as the local safety coordinator for all volunteers with minors and supplies reports on volunteer training and the annual safety training of minors.
Supervisory
1. Provides support and supervision to volunteers and/or staff working with children and youth, OCIA, and adults.
2. Provides support, resources, and supervision to volunteers involved in Vacation Bible School.
3. Recruits volunteer catechists and youth mentors, providing appropriate in-service training and formation for them.
4. Counsels, advises, and visits with students, parents, and volunteers if classroom problems arise.
5. Provides resources for leaders involved in the OCIA process.
6. Provides resources for adult formation.
Spirituality and Prayer Leadership
1. Prepares for para-liturgies for children.
2. Plans with the pastor for sacramental rites for religious education students.
Staff Responsibilities
1. Meets regularly with parish staff to collaborate on parish programs.
2. Works with the youth director to synchronize religious education and youth ministry activities.
3. Assists with communication for parish programs by co-managing church social media and church-wide text and email reminders through the Shelby Next system.
Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
1. Demonstrates ability to carry out administrative and supervisory duties, utilizing good communication and relationship skills.
2. Must be an active member, in Good Standing, of the Roman Catholic Church.
3. Computer literate.
Education, Training, and Experience
1. BA in Religious Education or a degree in a related field such as education or family consumer science.
2. Continues participation in the Safe Environment Program sponsored by the diocese.
3. Participates in ongoing educational opportunities to stay current on trends in catechetics.
Working Conditions
This position requires frequent weekend and evening work hours.
To apply, contact Fr. Kevin Mues at by email at acts.cmin@gmail.com
Director of Religious Education - St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Ruston, LA
Category: Exempt - Full Time
Salary Range: $36,000
Job Duties
Administrative Duties
1. Organizes, schedules, and oversees religious education programs for grades Pre-K through 12th.
2. Prepares and schedules sacramental programs for children and parents.
3. Orders textbooks, teaching materials, and resources for the program.
4. Retains financial documentation for all transactions incurred for OCIA, Adult Formation, PSR, sacrament celebrations, VBS, and family hospitality events.
5. Reports monthly to the pastor and pastoral council.
6. Stays within the guidelines of both diocesan and parish policies.
7. Reviews and updates the catechetical parent handbook as needed and presents to parents annually at the time of enrollment.
8. Acts as the local safety coordinator for all volunteers with minors and supplies reports on volunteer training and the annual safety training of minors.
Supervisory
1. Provides support and supervision to volunteers and/or staff working with children and youth, OCIA, and adults.
2. Provides support, resources, and supervision to volunteers involved in Vacation Bible School.
3. Recruits volunteer catechists and youth mentors, providing appropriate in-service training and formation for them.
4. Counsels, advises, and visits with students, parents, and volunteers if classroom problems arise.
5. Provides resources for leaders involved in the OCIA process.
6. Provides resources for adult formation.
Spirituality and Prayer Leadership
1. Prepares for para-liturgies for children.
2. Plans with the pastor for sacramental rites for religious education students.
Staff Responsibilities
1. Meets regularly with parish staff to collaborate on parish programs.
2. Works with the youth director to synchronize religious education and youth ministry activities.
3. Assists with communication for parish programs by co-managing church social media and church-wide text and email reminders through the Shelby Next system.
Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
1. Demonstrates ability to carry out administrative and supervisory duties, utilizing good communication and relationship skills.
2. Must be an active member, in Good Standing, of the Roman Catholic Church.
3. Computer literate.
Education, Training, and Experience
1. BA in Religious Education or a degree in a related field such as education or family consumer science.
2. Continues participation in the Safe Environment Program sponsored by the diocese.
3. Participates in ongoing educational opportunities to stay current on trends in catechetics.
Working Conditions
This position requires frequent weekend and evening work hours.
To apply, contact Fr. Kevin Mues at by email at acts.cmin@gmail.com
Director of Religious Education - St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Ruston, LA
Category: Full-time Position
Salary: $36,000+
Schedule: Varied Schedule for events with regular weekly office hours
Job Duties
Administrative Duties
1. Organizes, schedules, and oversees religious education programs for grades Pre-K through 12th.
2. Prepares and schedules sacramental programs for children and parents.
3. Orders textbooks, teaching materials, and resources for the program.
4. Retains financial documentation for all transactions incurred for OCIA, Adult Formation, PSR, sacrament celebrations, VBS, and family hospitality events.
5. Reports monthly to the pastor and pastoral council.
6. Stays within the guidelines of both diocesan and parish policies.
7. Reviews and updates the catechetical parent handbook as needed and presents to parents annually at the time of enrollment.
8. Acts as the local safety coordinator for all volunteers with minors and supplies reports on volunteer training and the annual safety training of minors.
Supervisory
1. Provides support and supervision to volunteers and/or staff working with children and youth, OCIA, and adults.
2. Provides support, resources, and supervision to volunteers involved in Vacation Bible School.
3. Recruits volunteer catechists and youth mentors, providing appropriate in-service training and formation for them.
4. Counsels, advises, and visits with students, parents, and volunteers if classroom problems arise.
5. Provides resources for leaders involved in the OCIA process.
6. Provides resources for adult formation.
Spirituality and Prayer Leadership
1. Prepares for para-liturgies for children.
2. Plans with the pastor for sacramental rites for religious education students.
Staff Responsibilities
1. Meets regularly with parish staff to collaborate on parish programs.
2. Works with the youth director to synchronize religious education and youth ministry activities.
3. Assists with communication for parish programs by co-managing church social media and church-wide text and email reminders through the Shelby Next system.
Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
1. Demonstrates ability to carry out administrative and supervisory duties, utilizing good communication and relationship skills.
2. Must be an active member, in Good Standing, of the Roman Catholic Church.
3. Computer literate.
Education, Training, and Experience
1. BA in Religious Education or a degree in a related field such as education or family consumer science.
2. Continues participation in the Safe Environment Program sponsored by the diocese.
3. Participates in ongoing educational opportunities to stay current on trends in catechetics.
Working Conditions - This position requires frequent weekend and evening work hours.
To apply, contact Fr. Kevin Mues by email at acts.cmin@gmail.com
Director of Jr. High and High School Youth Ministry - St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Ruston, LA
Category: Full-time Position
Salary: Minimum $32,000 (based on experience, benefits included)
Description: St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church is currently seeking candidates for a Director of Junior High and High School Youth Ministry position to lead the parish’s junior high (6th-8th) and high school (9th-12th) youth ministry program. The Director of Junior High and High School Youth Ministry is responsible for developing and implementing a junior high and high school youth ministry program centered on empowering young people to live as disciples of Jesus Christ, drawing them into responsible participation in the Catholic Church, fostering their personal and spiritual growth, and creating an environment that welcomes all youth in the area.
Areas of major responsibility:
Relational Ministry
· Builds and sustains appropriate, authentic, friendly, and mutually respectful relationships with youth.
· Serves as the Local Safe Environment Coordinator for the parish and follows all diocesan Safe Environment policies and procedures when interacting with youth.
Program Development
· Administers, directs, and coordinates the youth ministry program.
· Sets annual goals for the youth ministry program and evaluates the program based on these goals.
· Recruits, trains, and supervises volunteers of the program.
· Develops and advises a parish youth council.
· Coordinates and/or designs retreats.
· Coordinates, supervises, and plans liturgical opportunities involving youth participation, including coordinating altar servers.
· Coordinates participation in diocesan-sponsored, regional, and national youth events.
· Attends parish staff meetings.
· Assists the Director of Religious Education in coordinating the parish’s confirmation program.
· Acts as an advocate on behalf of youth before the church and the community.
Personal Growth
· Participates in annual retreats and spiritual direction.
· Participates in formation provided through the Office of Youth Ministry at the diocese.
Work conditions:
Applicant must be available to work evenings and weekends. Must be flexible enough to work in a variety of environments ranging from typical office settings to conferences, etc.
Candidates must meet the following qualifications:
A practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church
Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Catechetics, or related field (Education, Psychology, Counseling, Child Development, etc.)
Experience volunteering or working with junior high and/or high school students
Preferred - bilingual in Spanish and English is beneficial to this position
About the parish:
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church is rich in heritage, diverse in culture, guided by the spirit, and embracing all, commits itself to nourishing, supporting, and strengthening its parish family spiritually and physically through sacraments, worship, education, and opportunities for ministry in order that through witness we may bring gospel to life. The parish serves approximately 400 families with over 100 junior high and high school students.
How to apply: Qualified candidates should send a resume, references, and a statement of your vision of what junior high and high school youth ministry should be to Fr. Kevin Mues at acts.cmin@gmail.com. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Organist- St. Paul Catholic Church, Minden, LA
If you are interested in this position please call the St. Paul Church Office, 318-377-5364. This position will be for our Sunday, 11 am Mass.