Coordinator of Parish Communications - St. Mary Annunciation - Mundelein - VIC.

Overview

The Archdiocese of Chicago, the third largest in the United States, serves more than 2.2 million Catholics in 216 parishes in Cook County and Lake County, a geographic area of 1,411 square miles. The Archdiocese, pastored by Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, has more than 13,000 employees in its systems and ministries, including Catholic Charities, the region's largest nonprofit social service agency.

The Archdiocese also has one of the country's largest seminaries. The Archdiocese's 150+ elementary and secondary schools comprise one of the largest U.S. private school systems. Its schools have received 96 U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon Awards.

The Coordinator of Parish Communications (CPC) supports and assists the Pastor and Pastoral Staff in developing and organizing the parish’s communication efforts, both internal and external, in support of the parish’s mission. This includes editing, publication and stewardship of the parish Bulletin, website, social media outlets, print, video and electronic communications. The CPC ensures that all content and communication processes are consistent with the parish’s mission, goals and values and are compliant with parish and Archdiocesan policies and procedures.

All responsibilities are to be performed in a spirit of Christian service. This position reports to the Pastor.

• With a missionary spirit, foster a climate of Christian service, teamwork and efficiency within the Parish Office and with parishioners and staff.
• Be accountable to the Pastor for communications efforts that support the mission of the parish to both members and the wider community.
• Participate in Parish Staff meetings and other meetings at the Vicariate/council level as necessary.
• Plan, implement and measure the performance of the parish communications strategy. Monitor perceptions.
• Assemble and edit the weekly Parish Bulletin.
• Create, update, schedule and maintain content and appearance of the parish’s website and social media channels. Ensure consistency across formats.
• Evaluate and approve posts made to parish media channels for appropriateness, as outlined by parish and Archdiocesan guidelines. Monitor responses to parish posts.
• Design, create and distribute periodic email messaging to the parish community.
• Maintain the parish account and list of parishioners with the selected mass email service.

• Control parish media platform accounts, including approved users and security.
• Attend parish events, liturgies and ministry activities to take photographs for sharing with the parish community. Coordinate other photographers for parish.
• Plan usage, content, production and distribution of video communications to the parish and wider community.
• Provide layout design and graphics for parish publications and media.
• Consult with Pastor on communications-related issues.
• Collaborate with the Director of Parish Operations to provide platforms and equipment for internal and external communication and to manage communications expenses within the parish budget.
• Define and oversee processes for the submission and approval of content for the parish communication vehicles that fall within the scope of the CPC.
• Attend training provided by Archdiocesan agencies and other professional forums to grow and improve parish communications.
• Pursue opportunities for personal, professional, and spiritual growth.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Passionate disciple of Jesus Christ who is a practicing Catholic.
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and completeness
• Unquestioned honesty and integrity
• Demonstrated ability to respect utmost confidentiality and consistently exercise discretion and good judgement
• Understanding, respect and support of the Catholic Church’s teaching, mission and values.
• Excellent organizational and time management competencies while managing multiple priorities
• Adaptable to changing work environment and frequent interruptions

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here.

This position has an hourly salary range of $20.00 - $24.00. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on factors including but not limited to: relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Part-time
• Job function:
  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries:
  Religious Institutions