Communications Manager Ascension Catholic Academy

WHO WE ARE

• Since our founding in 1890 Church of the Ascension has served as a place of sanctuary and celebration for the people of North Minneapolis. Ascension parish is a multi cultural Catholic community that provides a sanctuary in which all are invited to recognize acknowledge and live Gods presence.
• Ascension Catholic Academy (ACA) is a ministry of Ascension Catholic Church and is a consortium of four Catholic schools: Ascension in North Minneapolis St.
  John Paul II in NE Minneapolis St. Peter Claver in St. Paul and St. Pascal Regional on the east side of St. Paul. ACA provides centralized leadership and governance to ensure excellence accessibility and sustainability for our schools.
• Were committed to elevating the stories of our communities and we strive to ensure our scholars and their families have voice choice and agency in their
  educational experience.
• Were committed to welcoming all families as beloved children of God and to helping all scholars achieve academic excellence.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

• The Communications Manager supports the Advancement Department of Ascension Catholic Academy.
• This role is responsible for collaborating with the Director of Communications to develop execute and maintain timely and engaging communications for Ascension Catholic Church Ascension Catholic Academy and its schools.
• This position operates in alignment with Ascension Parishs mission of providing a sanctuary in which all are invited to recognize acknowledge and live in Gods presence.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Employment in and by the Roman Catholic Church is substantially different from secular employment. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is
  consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their behavior must not violate the faith morals or laws of the Church or the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis such that it can embarrass the Church or give rise to scandal. This position does not require that the employee be Catholic. It is expected
  that all employees respect Catholic doctrine and religious practices.

REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Write edit design and work with vendors to print and mail publications appeals and other printed materials. This includes but is not limited to:
• Semiannual Update booklets
• Annual report
• Christmas and Valentine cards
• Invitations to events
• Posters
• Weekly parish newsletter
• Remittance envelopes
• Enrollment materials
• Write appeal letters as needed for ACA and parish campaigns.
• With the Director of Communications ensure that Ascension Catholic Church ACA and its schools websites are regularly updated with comprehensive information about parish activity student success enrollment opportunities invitations to provide financial support and volunteer opportunities.
• Take and edit photographs of school and parish events classroom activities and extracurricular activities for use in social media publications and websites.
• Ensure that ACA branding is used correctly across the Academy.
• Maintain relationships with vendors for web-related services.
• Assist Advancement Team members with large events and special projects.

Benefits Overview:

Ascension Catholic Academy provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees health financial security and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical and dental insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents with options for a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) depending on the chosen health plan. Employees receive life insurance with the option for supplemental coverage as well as long-term disability protection. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match for retirement planning. Full benefit details terms and conditions are outlined in Ascensions Employee Handbook and plan documents available upon request. Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on employment status and length of service.

Salary Range:$50000-$60000annually

Ascension Catholic Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in communications marketing journalism or related field.

• Three (3) years of relevant communications experience within a non-profit or faith-based organization and a strong understanding of donor-centric communications.

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite particularly InDesign and Photoshop.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite particularly Word Excel and PowerPoint.

• Knowledge of and experience with Salesforce.

• Skilled in photography and use of a camera (not a phone camera).

• Experience using WordPress.

• Experience with iMovie or similar application.

• Superior writing and editing skills with the ability to write and edit compelling materials succinctly and persuasively.

• Excellent networking and relationship-building skills; confidence interacting with diverse work styles levels and functions.

• Thorough understanding of social and digital tools and channels and demonstrated experience producing such content. Must be proficient in relevant platforms including Facebook Instagram and LinkedIn

• Outstanding verbal written communication and presentation skills; able to clearly articulate complex issues and formulate recommendations to a wide variety of audiences.

• Strong organizational and project management skills that support delivering multiple priorities.

• Knowledge of the Catholic Church is a plus.

Required Experience:

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