Pastoral Assistant Faith Formation 1

POSITION PURPOSE
Collaborates with the pastor and staff to implement the parish mission through directing the parish faith formation programs for children and youth.  
II.  MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A.  Leads and directs the Faith Formation Program for grades K-12.
B.  Leads and direct Sacramental Preparation programs (Baptism, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Eucharist, Adult Confirmation, OCIA).
C.  Recruits, trains, motivates and provides general and specific direction to volunteers involved with faith formation activities and programs.
D.  Prepares and teaches classes as needed.      
E.  Registers couples for pre-marital counseling, schedules pre-nuptial conferences with priest, administers the FOCUS instrument.
F.  Administers Archdiocese of Seattle Safe Environment “Circle of Grace” program to children and youth.
G.  Ensures all volunteers to the Faith Formation program are compliant with Safe Environment Policy.

III.  SECONDARY FUNCTIONS
A.  Maintains inventory of educational supplies and re-orders as appropriate.
B.  Performs other duties as assigned, that may include evenings and weekend.

• $8,100 per annun/approx 6 hours per week 
   

Primary:

• Willingness and ability to support the mission of the Catholic Church by extending the ministry of the archbishop
• Ability and desire to use God-given gifts and talents in service of the local Church in support of the collaboratin between lay and ordained Ministers
• A practicing faithful Catholic and active member of a parish in good standing with the Church

Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience directing or coordinating faith formation programs in a parish is perferred
• Minimum educational qualification:  an undergrraduate degree in Religious Education, Pastoral Studies or Education, or equivalent combination of relevant education and educational experience

Other Elements:

• Available to work evenings and weekends
• Effective verbal and written communications
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and see projects to completion
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Motivated with strong interpersonal skills
• Skilled in leading, motivating and collaborating with volunteers, including recruting new volunteers
• Ability to adapt to evolving environment and multi-tasking

Technology skills:  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Publisher, Exce, Outlook; Google Workspace and Social Media platforms

• Technical skills needed for multimedia presentations and for producing the necessary printed materials and curriculum support materials required for formation programs.

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.

Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.