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Ministry Assistant

- Ministry Assistant, Children’s Ministry & Print Shop
  
  JOB DESCRIPTION
  
  JOB DESCRIPTION
  Ministry Assistant, Children’s Ministry and Print Shop
  FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
  PRIMARY POSITION PURPOSE:
  Responsible for assisting with Faith Formation/Family Formation programs as well as the general operation of the Print Shop.
  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  Welcome and assist all who telephone, email, or come into the Children’s Ministry (CM) Offices.
  Register families in the Faith Formation (FF) Program by providing digital registration information, and assign children to classes
  Facilitate the Children’s Liturgy of Word (CLOW) every other Sunday.
  Edit and maintain the Children’s Ministry and Vacation Bible School pages on the parish website.
  Keep updated current and archived files on volunteers for the Children’s Ministry.
  Maintain updated information on the sacramental needs of the CM/FF children. Process paperwork and correspondence.
  Collect, record in the Ministry Platform, and file Baptismal Certificates and information sheets for those receiving Baptism and First Eucharist.
  Prepare 2nd grade, Older Sacraments, and OCIC & OCIY sacramental certificates for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist.
  Assist with volunteer recruitment and coordination.
  Manage the Print Shoop functions by maintaining paper supplies, interfacing with the copier service vendor, and making copies.
  Assist Children’s Ministry and Director of Faith Formation with projects as assigned.
  REPORTING AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
  The Ministry Assistant reports directly to the Coordinator of Children’s Ministry and is ultimately accountable to the Pastor. Works directly with all Faith Formation staff. Must maintain a working relationship with all staff members and be accountable to the community as a whole.
  SCHEDULE: 35 hours per week during regular office hours, with some evening and weekend hours as required
  EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIREMENT:
  Must be in full communion with the Catholic Church. The position involves knowledge of the Catholic Faith, particularly in religious education and sacramental preparation. The incumbent must recognize when it is necessary and seek advice/counsel from the Coordinator and the Director.
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, the ability to multitask, and the ability to work with limited supervision are required.
  Position also requires excellent computer skills with MS 365 products, the ability to learn/master Church Management Software, and proficiency with general office equipment.
  Minimum formal education is a high school diploma, college credits, or a degree; experience in Faith Formation ministry is preferred.
  Three plus years of experience in an administrative office position is required.
  Successful candidates must meet the requirements of Seton’s Safe Environment Program.
  SPIRITUAL DIMENSION:
  The Ministry Assistant must be in full communion with the Catholic Church and will support the mission of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton by treating each person they encounter, whether by telephone, email, written correspondence, or in person, in a manner consistent with the Gospel message.
  Essential is the ability to enter into relationships with the staff, volunteers, and parishioners with the dignity of one created in God’s image. A working knowledge and respect for the Catholic faith are critical.
  
  To learn more about the position or apply, please contact the Director of Faith Formation, Bruce Baumann, at bbaumann@eseton.org or by calling 972-398-5403