Coordinator of Faith Formation (NE)

St. Ignatius Parish, Hickory, located in Forest Hill, MD, seeks candidates for the position of Coordinator of Faith Formation. The Coordinator of Faith Formation reports to the Director of Evangelization and Faith Formation. This is a part-time position, possibly becoming a full-time position. The weekly hours are 19.

Essential Functions:

• The Coordinator of Faith Formation plans, implements, and evaluates the parish program of catechetical instruction and faith formation for children and youth, pre-K through 5th grade.


• Select and implement an Archdiocesan approved curriculum in regular catechists and family life


• Recruit, schedule, train, and supervise catechists and volunteers


• Ensure the Safe Environment requirements (Virtus Certification), policies, and mandates for Parish Faith Formation volunteers are in compliance with Archdiocesan standards


• Annual preparation of and responsible management of a budget, which is approved by the Finance Committee, for all income and expenses related to the Faith Formation Program in collaboration with the Director of Faith Formation


• Procure all textbooks and supplies in a timely fashion and maintain an inventory


• Schedule, organize, and oversee Baptism Preparation, First Reconciliation, First Communion, & eventually Confirmation catechesis and preparation classes


• Plan the First Reconciliation and First Communion liturgies

Position Qualifications:

• Practicing and devoted Catholic who is fully able to participate in the sacramental life of the Church.


• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Theology, Religious Studies, Pastoral Ministry, or related field. 


• Excellent planning and organizational skills, ability to prioritize work.


• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.


• Ability to direct, form, and manage volunteers.


• The ability to support the mission of the Catholic Church within the scope of job duties.

Pay Range:  $20.00 - $25.00, Annualized

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, which is determined upon company and individual performance. 

Benefits:

We offer a generous paid sick leave benefit with this position, and employee automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan.