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Faith Formation Part-Time Administrative Assistant, Our Lady of the Lake, Verona, NJ

General Description

Our Lady of the Lake located in Verona, NJ is celebrating its 100th Anniversary this year and has grown into a vibrant parish of over 2500 families from Verona and the surrounding towns.  The Faith Formation Administrative Assistant is responsible for assisting the Parish Catechetical Leader (PCL) and the Youth Minister in the administration of the religious education and sacramental programs.

Qualifications/Skills

  • Practicing Catholic fully adherent to the Church’s teachings in faith and morals
  • Computer knowledge: familiarity with MS Office, Internet browsers, database software.
  • Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality.
  • Can work well with parents, catechists, students and staff.
  • Must be a team member.
  • Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision.
  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills.

Education and/or Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent education required.
  • Three years of administrative assistant experience.

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Please email your resume to barbara_yeates@ollverona.org to apply for this position.

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Family Faith Team Member/First Eucharist Coordinator
 
General Description
Church of the Presentation, a Roman Catholic Parish in the Archdiocese of Newark, is seeking a full-time member of our Family Faith Formation Team. Presentation is a large, active parish of over 4600 families from North New Jersey and southern New York state.
 
The Family Faith Team (3-4 staff members) is responsible for running a family-centered faith formation program for close to 500 families with children in grades 1-8 which includes an online curriculum as well as monthly Family Gatherings with varied themes and topics and special events.
 
Qualifications/Needs
Candidate should have at least 1-3 years experience (Volunteer or paid) in parish catechetical leadership and/or pastoral ministry. Candidate should have at least a BA in related field
This is a Full-time 40 hour a week position on staff
Hours are somewhat flexible, but candidates need to be available nights and weekends and are expected to be present when needed at parish celebrations and events
Position includes full benefits as offered by the Archdiocese of Newark
 
 
Interested applicants should send cover letter and resume to Fr. Bob Stagg, Pastor, at bstagg@churchofpresentation.org no later than April 30, 2023.
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Part Time Coordinator of Family Catechesis, Our Lady of Lourdes R.C. Church, West Orange, NJ
 
General Description

The Coordinator of Family Catechesis is the Parish Catechetical Leader. The goal(s) are to (i) form families in the Catholic Faith and Traditions and (ii) engage and accompany parents as well as children on their journey as disciples of Jesus Christ.

Requirements

Ability to communicate in a multi-cultural environment

Ability to use email/texting/software for bilingual communication.

Ability to maintain accurate records for faith formation children and families.

Ability to accompany and assess the faith development of individual children and families.

Proficiency or fluency in Spanish is preferred.

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor Science degree from an accredited university.

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To apply submit your resume to office5@lourdeswestorange.org

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Parish Catechetical Leader, St. Gabriel the Archangel Church, Saddle River, NJ

General Description

St. Gabriel the Archangel is located in the beautiful Saddle River Valley. For over fifty years, this Catholic parish has grown into a vibrant community of 1200 families from the surrounding towns of Saddle River, Ho-Ho-Kus, Waldwick and Ridgewood. The Parish Catechetical Leader is responsible for the direction and formation of the parish catechetical and sacramental programs in accordance with policies and guidelines of the Archdiocese of Newark.  

Qualifications/Skills

  • Practicing Catholic in compliance
  • Gives evidence of continuing personal spiritual growth
  • Has ability to work with all age levels: adult, youth and children.
  • Possesses pastoral discernment
  • Is able to handle conflict well
  • Is a self-starter
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
  • Outstanding organizational skills
  • Computer knowledge: Familiarity with MS Office 365, internet browsers, Google Suits,  Online registration platforms and database software, social media

Education and/or Experience 

  • Masters in theological studies and religious education preferred

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To apply submit your resume to ppula@stgabrielsr.org

02-06-2023

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Kitchen Assistance Manager, St. John's Church & Soup Kitchen, Newark, NJ
 
General Description

The Kitchen assistant position is responsible for all aspects of food production for meals served on site, contracted meal sites, and occasional catering events. The position also is responsible for meal production requirements, and keeping the kitchen clean, healthy, and safe per local and state regulations. Kitchen assistant also help with kitchen volunteers, while handling all food donations to the agency. 

Qualifications/Skills

  • At least 3 years of kitchen experience with a preference given least one year experience making large group congregate meals
  • Proficient in Microsoft PC and Windows applications
  • Good leadership and interpersonal communication skills
  • Effectively speak to, lead, and guide the volunteers that assist in the kitchen

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Please email resume and cover letter to:

info@njsoupkitchen.org

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Cantor for Sunday Mass, St. Francis Church, Hoboken

St. Francis Church is seeking a Cantor for the 9:30 AM   Mass on Sunday mornings.  St. Francis would like to make the 9:30 Mass “The Children’s Mass” singing appropriate hymns easily sung by the children attending Sunday school.  Music Director will work with Cantor to achieve this goal.

Parking is not a problem as the church has two parking lots.

Please send your resume to:

 robertmeyers@rocketmail.com

 Phone no. 212-470-2721  

2/27/23

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School Finance Manager

General Description

The School Finance Manager is responsible for oversight of day-to-day school finances.  The School Finance Manager reports to the Pastor, focusing on administrative aspects of the school financial operation in accordance with RCAN policies and guidelines. This enables the Pastor and Principal to focus more purposefully on their pastoral mission.

Qualifications/Skills

  • Excellent skills in communication, grammar, time management.
  • Strong problem solving, project management, and analytical skills.
  • Strong desire to work in a faith-based community, embracing all its complexities and challenges.

Education and/or Experience

  • College graduate or its equivalent required.
  • Major in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance preferred.
  • Five to ten years’ experience in business or management preferred.
  • Computer, Microsoft, IT skills and knowledge of accounting principles required.
  • Experience and knowledge of basic non-profit accounting practice, laws, and requirements.

Interested applicants please apply with a resume to Nancy Lystash: Nancy.Lystash@rcan.org

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Part Time Pastoral Associate

General Description

To work with other parish staff in providing clerical and administrative support to the pastor and the parish. To coordinate the ministries in the parish and liaise with the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center on pastoral matters.

Qualifications/Skills

  • Practicing Catholic
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Advanced computer skills for clerical activities
  • Ability to work within a team

Education and/or Experience

  • 2 or more years’ experience
  • Undergraduate degree

Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Interested applicants should send their resume to bsscbchurch@yahoo.com

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Part Time Parish Secretary

General Description

To work with other parish staff in providing clerical and administrative support to the pastor and the parish.

Qualifications/Skills

  • Practicing Catholic
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Advanced computer skills for clerical activities
  • Ability to work within a team

Education and/or Experience

  • Undergraduate degree

Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Interested applicants should send their resume to bsscbchurch@yahoo.com

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Notre Dame of Mount Carmel Church - Cedar Knolls

Director of Music Ministries, Full Time

General Description

The Director of Music Ministries is a professional musician who is rooted in an understanding and appreciation of the Roman Catholic Faith and its Liturgy.  The Director is responsible for planning, coordination, and execution of music within many parish celebrations and events. The Director knows and values the mission of the Church to Evangelize all peoples. The Director is passionate about the Vision and Mission of the parish of Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel Church.

Responsibilities

  • Direct all parish music programs
  • Work in collaboration with the staff and ministry leadership
  • Provide guidance and leadership in music implementation that serves the mission of the parish
  • Prepare and manage the Music Ministry budget
  • Develop, lead, and schedule a team of cantors to assist in liturgical celebrations
  • Develop, lead, support, and schedule supplemental musicians as needed
  • Develop and support all parish choirs
  • Encourage, develop, and support the congregational voices of God’s people to sing at all liturgies
  • Maintain a presence in the parish in collaboration with parish staff
  • Prepare and produce all electronic and print worship aides for parish liturgies
  • Arrange music or find suitable arrangements as necessitated by parish choirs and ensembles
  • Maintain and augment the parish music library
  • Ensure that all licenses and copyright permissions are available and current
  • Oversee maintenance of the parish sound system and sound equipment
  • Complete or update Virtus and safety training for working with children
  • Any other related responsibilities as designated by the pastor

Qualities

  • Practicing Catholic
  • Accomplished, organist/pianist
  • Ability to arrange/transcribe music for supplemental musicians  
  • A self-starter, eager to engage in the mission of the parish
  • Committed to team building
  • Values confidentiality
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management abilities
  • Excellent interpersonal skills 
  • Values accountability 

Education/Experience 

  • Bachelors’ degree (or higher) in music preferred
  • Understanding of Catholic liturgy
  • Prior experience as a liturgical musician preferred

Accountability

  • The Director of Music is accountable to the Pastor

Remuneration

  • The Director of Music Ministries is a full-time position
  • Salaried position (35 hours per week) with benefits
  • Compensation is commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience

To apply, send your resume, with a minimum of two references (one personal and one professional) to: NotreDameMusicSearch@gmail.com.

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Good Shepherd Parish - Irvington, NJ

Secretary of the Rectory

Job Description:

This is a full-time job.  The applicant will serve as the Secretary of the Rectory and will report directly to the Pastor.   It is expected to perform administrative responsibilities including preparation of the weekly bulletin, letters, reports, maintenance of the parishioner’s database, meeting the requirements of the parishioners (mass registration, issuance of certificates, etc.), among other administrative duties.

Requirements:

  • Practicing Catholic.
  • High School Diploma.
  • Intermediate experience working with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher (ability to create, edit, save, and send spreadsheets, documents, presentations).
  • English speaker. (Spanish is a plus but not essential for the position.)

Applicants can send the resumes at gsirvington@comcast.net with this reference in the Subject: “Open Position-Rectory Secretary” or call at 973 375-8568 for further information

 

Human Resources Contacts

Deacon John J. McKenna
Vice Chancellor/Executive Director
973-497-4125
DeaconJohnJ.McKenna@rcan.org

Christiane Mendoza
Human Resources Manager
973-497-4100
Christiane.Mendoza@rcan.org
Administrative responsibilities for policies, procedures and activities relating to all phases of human resources

Dennis Miller
Director of Employee Benefits
973-497-4095
Dennis.Miller@rcan.org
Administration of the Archdiocese’s pension plans, administration of the group medical, dental, life and disability programs for parishes, schools and institutions

Maria T. Joyner
Associate Director of Employee Benefits
973-497-4092
Maria.Joyner@rcan.org
Employee & Clergy claim questions, severance plan claims, disability and FMLA questions

Thomas Murphy
Director of Pension
973-497-4239
Thomas.Murphy@rcan.org
Administration of the Archdiocese’s pension plans

Elena Skinner
Associate Director of Pensions
973-497-4089
Elena.Skinner@rcan.org
Lay & Priests’ Pension plan calculations, administration and billing