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Catholic Studies Outreach Specialist

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Job Description - Catholic Studies Outreach Specialist


Catholic Studies Outreach Specialist

The Catholic Studies Outreach Specialist will facilitate engagement and development with our alumni and benefactors particularly through newsletters, events, and social media. The specialist will also organize a marquee event in Arizona each year, sponsored by Prime Matters, which will host a conference for Catholic Studies and relevant organizations, facilitating strategic fundraising opportunities and all practical necessities required.

As the acting Managing Editor of Prime Matters, this position will ensure the smooth functioning of primematters.com, promotion of its materials to our community, especially online students, and the larger world. This position will solicit articles from our faculty and other relevant contributors from the wider world.

Candidates will be invited to demonstrate a willingness to support the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.

Benefits Include:
  • Retirement benefits with an 8% match
  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Free or discounted tuition for employees and dependents
  • Discounted Meal Plan
  • Discounted membership at the campus Wellness Center

Essential Roles and Responsibilities Include:
  • Plans, promotes, and facilitates Catholic Studies alumni engagement at key university events including Luminosa, Charge to Champion, Desert Rose, and Homecoming. Coordinates with the Office of Public Affairs and the Office of Mission Advancement.
  • Leads organization of annual “Lumen Vitae Conference” in Arizona collaborating with the Office of Mission Advancement and the Events Office.
  • Facilitates regular engagement with our alumni in Catholic Studies, benefactors, and prospects to attain fundraising goals set for the Catholic Studies program. 
  • Serves as the managing editor of Prime Matters. Ensures updating and promotion of its website; solicits articles from faculty; coordinates with other organizations involved with Prime Matters.
  • Coordinates Catholic Studies social media accounts in concert with the Office of Public Affairs.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Desired Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience Include:
  • Bachelor's degree required. Preference given to candidates with a background in marketing, communications, or related fields. Experience or familiarity with Catholic Studies is desirable.
  • Preferred: 1-3 years of directly related experience
  • Supports the ongoing implementation of Ex Corde Ecclesiae, the apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universities.
  • Builds a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the School of Arts and Sciences and throughout the university, in accord with Saint Benedict’s admonition that all be received as Christ.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for engaging alumni, benefactors, and faculty
  • Ability to work collaboratively across university offices and departments
  • Ability to plan and coordinate events and conferences
  • Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong writing and editing abilities for newsletters and promotional materials
  • Ability to solicit, edit, and manage written content from multiple contributors
  • Proficiency in website management and social media platforms
  • Understanding of fundraising and donor engagement
About the University of Mary
We thank you for your interest in the University of Mary. Founded in 1959 by the Sisters of Annunciation Monastery, the campus overlooks the beautiful Missouri river and is located in Bismarck, North Dakota, a community of approximately 75,000 people, with wonderful family and parish life, friendly neighborhoods, enjoyable recreational and cultural facilities, a low crime rate, clean air, and excellent schools. The University of Mary, with an enrollment of over 3,800 students, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.
For more information on the University of Mary, please watch a short video by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/Go37Hy6QrVs
Review of application materials will begin immediately.  Position will remain open until filled.
To view all of our current openings, please visit our career page at https://universityofmary.applytojob.com/apply/.

Equal Opportunity Employer



 
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