Parish Administration Manager

Position Summary

St. Andrew the Apostle in Gladstone, MO is seeing a Parish Administration Manager. This is a leadership position responsible for overseeing the parish's administrative operations, human resources functions, office systems, facilities coordination, and business operations. This role works closely with the Pastor and parish leadership to ensure efficient day-to-day operations that support the mission and ministries of the parish. This is a full time position averaging 30 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily administrative and business      operations of the parish.
• Supervise and support office administrative staff,      ensuring efficient workflows and excellent customer service.
• Manage core Human Resources administrative functions,      including payroll coordination, onboarding, benefits administration,      timekeeping, employee records, and leave administration.
• Coordinate parish administrative policies,      procedures, and office systems to promote consistency and operational      efficiency.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of parish      buildings and grounds, including capital improvement and facility-related      projects.
• Coordinate vendor relationships and service contracts      for operational needs.
• Manage liability, property, and workers' compensation      insurance claims and serve as the parish liaison with insurance providers.
• Lead administrative projects and operational      initiatives that improve parish effectiveness and efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Pastor, School Principal, and      other ministry leaders to support parish operations and strategic      initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with diocesan policies, employment      regulations, and other applicable requirements.
• Assist with planning and coordinating parish events,      projects, and operational priorities as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with the      ability to build collaborative relationships across parish ministries and      departments.
• Strong organizational, planning, and project      management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities      and meet deadlines.
• Exercise sound judgment while handling confidential      information with professionalism and integrity.
• Demonstrate initiative, problem-solving ability, and      a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Maintain a courteous, service-oriented, and      professional demeanor.
• Work independently while recognizing when      collaboration or direction is needed.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in      writing.
• Possess strong leadership and supervisory skills with      the ability to coach, motivate, and develop staff.
• Adapt effectively to changing priorities in a      fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration,      Management, Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, or a related      field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible      administrative, operations, human resources, or business management      experience.
• Previous supervisory or management experience      required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word,      Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience with payroll, HRIS, or other      administrative software is preferred.
• Experience managing facilities, projects, or office      operations is preferred.
• Active Catholic in good standing is preferred;      familiarity with the Catholic Church and an appreciation for its mission      and ministry are required.

St. Andrew the Apostle offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, retirement plans including a 403b plan and a defined benefit pension plan. Paid time off includes generous Vacation and Sick leaves, plus paid Holidays. 

Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person training prior to hire.