Hybrid Director of Parish Relations and Special Projects bei Diocese of Fort Worth

The principal duty of all employees is to assist in the mission of the Church in the Diocese of Fort Worth.  This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

General Position Summary:  

Serves as the liaison to parishes for the Advancement Foundation, assisting especially with events that benefit and/or take place in parishes.

Principal Accountabilities:

Have a strong familiarity with Stewardship: A Disciple’s Response and further its concepts with parishioners, donors and parish/school staff members. Enhance knowledge of Church teaching on Stewardship. Attend the International Catholic Stewardship Council annual conference and the Region X Stewardship and Development Directors annual retreat as budget permits. Performs other clerical functions as assigned. Act as the Advancement Foundation liaison and develop a collaborative working relationship with parish leadership, staff members and pastors. Coordinate and implement an annual calendar of special events that support stewardship, planned giving, annual giving, #iGiveCatholic, and capital campaigns.

Typical Decisions and/or Recommendations Made in This Position:

Exercise discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance.

Supervision Given and/or Received:

 Moderate

Internal Contacts:

• Gift Processing Team, Accounting Team, Development Team

External Contacts:

• Lay Parishioners, Diocesan/Parish/School Staff Members, Clergy, especially pastors, Third Party Vendors, such as #iGiveCatholic, caterers and event planning firms

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:

• This position works in a typical office environment but is subject to stress due to the evolving and quickly expanding needs of the Diocese, tight deadlines and moderate workloads.
• Position may be remote, in-office, or hybrid.
• Ability to sit and perform computer work for lengthy periods of time.
• Able to access and maintain centralized departmental files.  Involves extending arms and reaching files stored in multiple levels on shelves, climbing up a stepladder to access files.
• Ability to accept work interruptions while remaining focused on duties.  
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance and up to 60 pounds with assistance.

Travel Requirements:

• Frequent travel, by car, will be required to Diocese Parishes or schools. Occasional overnight travel for conferences and meetings.

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience with event planning and coordination.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.

Knowledge and Skills Preferred:

• Demonstrated ability to listen empathetically, make peace, and de-escalate
• Demonstrated history of good judgement.
• Demonstrated aptitude for adaptability and flexibility.
• Ability to use various computer software programs; strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, especially in Word, Excel, Power Point and database programs, such as Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge.
• Ability to use various office machines (copier, fax, phones, calculator, scanner, etc.) or ability to learn.
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow directives from Supervisor in a timely manner.               
• Ability to receive, understand, retain, and complete verbal and written tasks.
• Ability to work independently as well as in teams.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and work efficiently with donors, staff, clergy, religious, and laity.
• Ability to honor and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work well with people from a diverse variety of audiences.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and communication skills.
• Background with Adobe Professional, Canva, Publisher, or InDesign preferred.

FLSA Designation:  Exempt, Full Time