Secretary

Are you a detail-oriented faith-filled individual who loves serving others Do you thrive in a busy mission-driven environment where no two days are the same If so we want to hear from you! Our Lady of Victory Pastorate St. Michael Parish in Sioux Falls SD is looking for a warm welcoming and organized Parish Secretary/Receptionist to join our parish family!

This is a part-time hourly professional position with the potential to grow into a full-time role for the right candidate. This position serves as the welcoming face and administrative backbone of our parish office requiring strong computer knowledge excellent communication skills and a friendly outgoing disposition. Benefits may be available depending on hours worked.

Front Office & Reception:

• Greet and warmly welcome parishioners visitors and others coming into the office
• Answer phones respond to inquiries and route calls appropriately
• Sort and distribute mail
• Operate all office machines; order toner staples and supplies as needed

Parish Administration:

• Maintain and update the parish calendar; schedule and track all parish events and activities
• Maintain complete and accurate data for each registered family
• Schedule Eucharistic ministers lectors greeters and altar servers
• Assist with food/gas voucher distribution
• Send out electronic prayer chains as needed

Liturgical & Sacramental Support:

• Prepare Mass intention lists
• Create edit and post Mass slides
• Prepare and distribute all baptismal certificates and letters
• Post all sacramental information into permanent parish sacramental records (books and online) including Baptism First Communion Confirmation OCIA Marriage and Death records
• Notify baptismal parishes of sacraments received at St. Michael Parish
• Prepare the Necrology report for the Diocese

Event & Program Support:

• Assist with funeral planning with funeral homes including livestreaming of funerals
• Assist with basket auction coordination and food donations
• Assist with 40 Days for Life Adoration scheduling and pilgrimage registration
• Maintain organization of front entry and holy water fonts
• Inventory and order items for sacristy office and kitchens as needed
• Provide clerical support for all parish staff as needed

• Willingness and ability to effectively make known the Catholic Churchs teachings through the varied ministry activities expected of this position
• Willingness and ability to act as an outstanding personal witness to the Catholic faith living both professional and personal life in accordance with the doctrines and moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church

• Excellent understanding and working knowledge of all desktop applications included in the Microsoft Office Suite (especially Windows Word Publisher & Access) and various web applications
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented collaborative environment; think strategically multitask and adapt to shifting priorities and deadlines
• Proven communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals while maintaining strict confidentiality

Our Lady of Victory Pastorate St. Michael Parish

Preference: Due to the mission nature of this position the qualified applicant will be an active Catholic in good standing with the Church.

Were excited to meet candidates who are ready to serve our parish community with joy and dedication! Please submit your resume and cover letter to:

Rechelle Dissing

Come join our parish family and make a meaningful difference every day through your service faith and dedication to our community!