Assistant Director of Campus Ministry and Parish Life
Assistant Director of Campus Ministry and Parish Life
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Job Description
Job title
Assistant Director of Campus Ministry and Parish Life
Reports to
Reports to and receives direction from the Priest/Director who serves as both Newman Center Director and Pastor of Saint Malachy Parish.
Location
Temple Newman Center & Saint Malachy Parish
Philadelphia PA
FLSA Status
Exempt
All resumes should be sent to .
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia and its entities is a Roman Catholic religious organization and that all employees are expected to respect and conduct themselves in accordance with the values teachings and morals of the Roman Catholic Church.
Job purpose
The Assistant Director serves in a dual capacity supporting both the Catholic pastoral mission at Temple University through the Newman Center and the parish community at Saint Malachy Parish. In collaboration with the Pastor this position provides leadership in faith formation pastoral care and community building across both communities creating bridges between campus ministry and parish life.
Duties and responsibilities
Campus Ministry (Newman Center)
- Assist in advancing Catholic culture at the Newman Center while maintaining an active welcoming presence
- Work collaboratively with student leaders and FOCUS missionary team
- Support liturgical life through:
- Assisting with weekday and Sunday Masses
- Managing sacristan duties and supplies
- Coordinating liturgical ministers (lectors servers extraordinary ministers)
- Organizing daily Adoration schedule and coverage
- Coordinate major campus events including Welcome Week Thanksgiving Dinner and Graduation Luncheon
- Maintain relationships with Newman Center alumni
- Participate in interfaith initiatives through the Universitys Interfaith Council
- Parish Ministry (Saint Malachy)
- Support and coordinate parish faith formation programs:
- Assist with RCIA program
- Support Youth Ministry initiative
- Collaborate in adult faith formation activities
- Coordinate parish outreach efforts
- Ensure homebound parishioners receive regular communion and contact
- Engage in community outreach and evangelization
- Oversee parish ministries:
- Train and coordinate ushers
- Support the Antiracism Committee
- Assist in developing new ministries as needed
- Assist with parish wide events:
- Coordinate Eucharistic processions
- Plan and execute parish retreat
Organize community events (outdoor celebrations brunches seasonal gatherings)
Administrative Responsibilities
- Assist with communications:
- Provide administrative support:
- Assist with fundraising initiatives and mailings
- Support financial processes including banking and online donations
- Help maintain proper records and documentation
- collaborate with parish safe environment coordinator to ensure community is in compliance with Archdiocesan policy
- Assist in maintaining coverage of both facilities as needed
Performs all other duties as required consistent with the campus ministry and parish life functions
Qualifications
Faith
- Must be a fully initiated practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church
- Demonstrated commitment to living and sharing authentic Catholic teaching
- Strong understanding of Church teachings and knowledge of supporting resources
Education
- Bachelors Degree required (Theology Pastoral Care or related field preferred)
- Pastoral experience working with young adults and diverse parish communities
- Demonstrated success in evangelization and ministry development
- Experience in campus ministry preferred
Experience
Skills and Abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to engage both students and parishioners
- Demonstrated leadership and program development capabilities
- Proficiency in current technology and social media platforms
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Creative problemsolving abilities
- Commitment to fostering inclusive welcoming communities
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Position requires presence at both locations throughout the week
- Must complete all required Archdiocesan Safe Environment clearances
- Valid drivers license and ability to travel between locations
Working conditions
Regularly required to provide assistance after normal office hours and on weekends via phone email or in person as needed.
Physical requirements
While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger handle or feel objects tool or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies up to 25 lbs.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
