Diocesan Coordinator of Catechesis

Job Description

The Coordinator of Catechesis assists the Director of the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis in providing Catechetical formation opportunities in the Diocese of Madison.

Essential Job Functions:
• Maintain Diocesan standards and expectations in the areas of Catechetical formation in parishes and schools.
• Support parishes in k-8 catechetical formation programs.
• Assist with management of Diocesan Catechetical Certification Program for catechists in the diocese.
• Assist in the development of Diocesan standards and expectations for adult Confirmation and RCIA Catechetical programs.
• Assist with the management of resources and recommended catechetical materials.
• Offer support, communication and training for parish priests and catechetical leaders.
• Maintain communication resources (website and newsletters)
• Assist parishes in the hiring process and development of catechetical leaders.
• Manage any other duties discerned or assigned by the Bishop of the Diocese of Madison.

Required Competencies:
• Must be a person of faith, committed to the values of the Gospel, who provides sound leadership and responsible management of their duties.
• Demonstrated understanding, respect and support of the Catholic Church's teaching, mission and values.
• Be a practicing Catholic who knows, believes and acts consistently in accord with the doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Cultivate an intentional life of prayer and deepening conversion.
• Possess a strong personal sense of mission in regard to the work of evangelization and catechesis.
• Has a "Service Mindset" when working with others.
• Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, evaluate issues and situations and propose and implement recommendations and solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and organize work effectively and efficiently.
• Possess excellent communication skills, effectively writing and speaking in all settings, from large groups to one-on-one situations.
• Proficiency at a wide variety of computer programs, including the entire Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher and Canva). In addition, experience with development and use of web pages.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as necessary and complete physically strenuous tasks as needed (Able to lift 30lbs).
• Able to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

Required Education & Experience:
• Bachelor's degree Theology or related field, Master's preferred. Commensurate experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of related experience in parish, ministry or apostolate setting.

Normal Workdays & Hours:
• Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Frequent travel to all the parishes and schools in the diocese (3-5 times monthly)
• Travel to other diocesan locations in the state (1-2 times yearly)

About the Employer

We serve to ensure that every individual in the Diocese of Madison is graciously invited every day to meet the person of Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, face to face and be changed by him.