August 26, 2008

• For Pastoral Associate Openings
  
• For DRE Openings and Youth Ministry Openings
  
• For Business Manager Openings
  
• For Campus Ministry and Young Adult Ministry Openings
  
• For Music Ministry Openings
  
• For Archdiocesan Pastoral Center and Agency Openings
  
• For Social Services Openings
  
• For School Openings
  
  Elementary
  Secondary
  
  
• For All Other Openings
  

PASTORAL ASSOCIATE and P.A. RELATED Opening

St. Cecilia Parish seeks a full-time Pastoral Associate.
St. Cecilia is a diverse and active community of 1900 households in Mount Prospect, IL.  The parish has a thriving religious education program.
We are seeking a certified pastoral associate who can work closely with the pastor in ministering to the needs of this active community, as well as work collaboratively with other members of the staff and parish ministries while providing leadership and development in a variety of areas of parish life.
Applicants should be certified with at least some previous pastoral experience.  A candidate for this position will be a professionally prepared lay minister who shares responsibility for the daily care of the faithful.  As an integral member of the pastoral staff, the Pastoral Associate assists in needs assessment, decision-making, planning and implementation of parish ministries and operations.
The Pastoral Associate will serve as a member of the Pastoral Staff; serve as staff liaison to at least two of the parish commissions and our St. Vincent de Paul Society outreach.  Responsibilities include coordination of the RCIA process, adult sacramental programs including Baptism and Marriage preparation, and formation of liturgical ministers and other parish leaders.  She/he develops prayer opportunities as well as formation opportunities for the parish adult community such as talks, retreats, and parish missions.  The new Pastoral Associate must be comfortable wearing many hats.
The Pastoral Associate participates in regular staff meetings, parish council meetings, seasonal planning meetings and serves on leadership teams in adult formation and liturgy. 
Archdiocesan guidelines are followed for salary and benefits.  If you are interested, please send resume to:
Fr. Michael Olivero
Pastor
St. Cecilia Church
700 S. Meier Road
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
E-mailed to Fr. Michael  Olivero, at molivero@comcast.net

PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH, Lake Villa, IL
Prince of Peace Catholic Church in Lake Villa, IL, seeks a full-time Pastoral Care Ministries Coordinator. Prince of Peace Parish is an active community of nearly 2400 households. The parish is located in Lake County, IL.
The Pastoral Care Coordinator must be a degreed professional trained in the pastoral care of the sick, elderly, homebound and bereaved and a practicing Catholic. Lay ministry certification, CPE or diaconate certification would be an asset. The Coordinator is to work collaboratively with members of the parish staff and parish ministries, providing leadership and development in parish life with an emphasis on recruitment, education and evaluation of ministers who provide prayer, sacrament and a ministry of presence. Send resume to:
Barb Ruhl
Business Manager
Prince of Peace
135 S. Milwaukee Ave.
Lake Villa, IL, 60046

ST. GILES PARISH, Oak Park, IL
St. Giles Parish in Oak Park, IL, seeks a full-time Pastoral Associate. St. Giles Parish is an active vibrant community of 1900 households with a thriving school and religious education program. The parish community is diverse and draws its membership from Oak Park and Chicago. St. Giles is a socially conscious parish with activities that reflect its commitment to peace and justice.

The role of the Pastoral Associate is to work collaboratively with other members of the staff and parish ministries, providing leadership and development in a variety of areas of parish life, with an emphasis on the formation of the adult community through prayer, hospitality, and service.

The candidate for Pastoral Associate will be a professionally prepared lay minister who shares responsibility for the daily care of the faithful. As an integral member of the pastoral staff, the Pastoral Associate assists in needs assessment, decision-making, planning and implementation of parish ministries and operations.

The Pastoral Associate’s pastoral responsibilities include coordinating the RCIA process, adult sacramental programs including Baptism and Marriage preparation, and formation of liturgical ministers and other parish leaders. She/he develops prayer opportunities as well as formation opportunities for the parish adult community such as Scripture sharing, talks, retreats, and parish missions.

The Pastoral Associate participates in regular staff meetings, parish council meetings, seasonal planning meetings, and serves on leadership teams in adult formation and liturgy.

A master’s degree in theology, pastoral ministry, or an equivalent field is preferred. Some pastoral experience is required.

Archdiocesan guidelines are followed for salary and benefits.
Resumes should be sent to Mary Lynn Dietsche at mldietsche@stgilesparish.org.

DRE, Other Catechetical and Youth Ministry Openings

• [Applicants for DRE positions must register with the Office for Catechesis at 312/243-3700.]
• The Archdiocese of Chicago through the TIGS (Together in God's Service) Lay Formation Program offers financial assistance, based on need, to individuals who hope to minister within the Archdiocese as Pastoral Associates or Directors of Religious Education. This assistance is offered in the form of scholarships that cover one-third the cost of each course taken, with an additional one-third waived by the theological school, and the student assumes the remaining one-third of the cost. Applications for assistance are normally processed from April through July of each calendar year. For more information, call Graziano Marcheschi, Director, Together in God's Service, at (847) 837-4550.
• For an updated list of Catechetical openings, please visit the website of the Office for Catechesis at www.catechesis-chicago.org/Openings/CurrentOpenings.htm
  
  

  For an updated list of Catechetical openings, please visit the website of the Office for Catechesis atwww.catechesis-chicago.org/Openings/CurrentOpenings.htm
  For more information on Catechetical openings, please contact Alexander Wroblicky at the Office for Catechesis, (312) 243-3700.
  

ST. CLEMENT PARISH, Chicago, IL
St. Clement Parish in Chicago is seeking a Director of Children and Family
Catechesis.

The Director of Children and Family Catechesis is a full time staff position with responsibility for the formation of children and their families.  This role includes directing the Parish’s Sunday morning catechesis program, while focusing on family participation in the child’s education as part of adult enrichment.  The Director also works closely with the parish’s school faculty and staff as a resource for curriculum and liturgies and in coordinating the unified sacramental preparation programs.  The Director is responsible for Children’s Liturgy of the Word and for the ongoing development of a youth ministry program.  The Director also coordinates the work of the Ministers of Care and the small group faith-sharing program.  Other responsibilities that present themselves as a parochial need and as being a member of the parish staff can be expected. 

St. Clement is a vibrant urban parish.  While being over 100 years old, it would have to be described as a ‘young’ parish.  St. Clement is known for ministry to a wide variety of populations, the fastest growing being young families. 

A Masters Degree in Religious Education or Theology and a desire to work in a collaborative style is essential.

Job description is available on request.
Interested parties may contact –Rev. Kenneth Simpson, Pastor (kcsimpson@stclementchurch.org)

ST. NICHOLAS PARISH, Evanston, IL
St. Nicholas Church in Evanston, Illinois is searching for an energetic, faith-filled Catholic to join our parish staff as a full-time Youth Minister. The Youth Minister invites and encourages young people to become involved in the life of the parish through a variety of spiritual, service and social opportunities. Responsibilities include recruiting both youth and adult volunteers into the Youth Group, participation in the Confirmation preparation program and ongoing catechesis, mentoring the peer ministry effort, involving youth in service projects and working closely with other parish staff to integrate parish youth into other ministries. Interest and experience working in a multi-cultural setting is highly desirable. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus. Application letters with resumes should be sent to Suzanne Lefevre, Business Manager, St. Nicholas Church, 806 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 or by e-mail to slefevre@nickchurch.org

BUSINESS MANAGER and other related Openings

CAMPUS MINISTRY and YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY Openings

Sheil Catholic Campus Ministry Center, Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois

Sheil Catholic Center at Northwestern University is opening a search for a campus minister/chaplain with primary responsibility to the professional schools at the University's Chicago campus.

For the past four year, the person in this position has provided quality pastoral care and a professional ethical Catholic-based framework in the areas of law, medicine, journalism, business and other health sciences through educational and formational programming. The Campus Minister/Chaplain helps students anchor their Catholic identity as well as represent the principles of Catholic thought in a variety of situations.

This position offers the challenge of developing new programs and building relationships with faculty, students and staff in multiple professional schools at a highly selective private university. He/She will seek opportunities to become part of the formation and education of these professionals, be able to facilitate multi-faceted discussions in the areas of ethics and Catholic thought, and maintain a pastoral presence to the schools. The campus minister will also build relationships for the purposes of financial development while working in conjunction with the overall program of the Sheil Catholic Center at the Evanston campus.

The successful candidate will have experience in pastoral ministry and Master's level training in theology, ethics or related field. The candidate will be a practicing Catholic and be able to work with independence, flexibility, and a sense of being part of a team. Priests, religious, and lay people are encouraged to apply.

This is a 12-month position. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Full benefits provided by the Archdiocese of Chicago.

Please submit cover letter and vitae to attn: Sheil Catholic Center, Attn. Chicago Search, 2110 Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL 60201 or sheil@northwestern.edu Web page www.sheil.northwestern.edu

Start Date: Sept 1, 2008. Position is open until filled.

MUSIC MINISTRY Openings

For an updated list of Music Ministry openings, please visit the website of The Office for Divine Worship at www.odw.org [click on Employment].

PASTORAL CENTER AND OTHER ARCHDIOCESAN AGENCY/OFFICE
Openings

Annual Appeal
Open Position: Benefactor Relations Coordinator
Requirements: College Degree or equivalent professional experience.  Three – five years experience in major gift fund raising and coordination special events. Will and able to travel throughout the diocese and to work occasional evenings, weekends. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good computer skills.
To apply, please contact:
Human Resources
155 East Superior
Chicago, IL 60611
312/751-8369
fax:312/751-5345

Office for Catechesis and Youth Ministry
Open Position: Coordinator/Youth Ministry –Vicariate II
Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Religious Ed. Or Administration & courses in Theology &Youth Ministry  required.  Certificate in Youth Ministry preferred. Excellent  written, verbal  and computer skills required. Practicing Catholic and active member of a parish community. Available for weekend and evening work. Must have a valid drivers license  and vehicle for local transportation.
To apply, please contact:
Office for Catechesis and  Youth Ministry       p.2
1025 West Fry Street
Chicago, IL 60623
312/243-3700

St. Joseph Seminary
Open Position: Part Time Evening Receptionist
Part-time  5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Requirements: Good communication and phone skills.  Able to work independently. Knowledge of school regulations and rules.
To apply, please contact:
St. Joseph Seminary
6551 N. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
773/973-9700
fax: 773/973-9718

Ministry in Higher Education
Open Position: Director Integritas Institute
Requirements: Graduate degree in Theology, Law or related fields preferred. Familiarity with computer programs. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of teachings of Catholic Church
To apply, please contact:
Ministry in Higher Education
700 S. Morgan Street
Chicago, IL
Fax:312/226-2361

Calvert House
Open Position: Business Manager/Institutional Development
Requirements: Degree required, preferably in Business or Marketing.  CFRE certification preferred.  Experience in business and/or development. Proficient in Quickbooks, Excel and Internet resources. Experience in database management, grant-writing and donor cultivation and fund raising.
To apply, please contact:
Ministry in Higher Education
700 S. Morgan Street
Chicago, IL
Fax:312/226-2361

FINANCIAL SERVICES
Open Position 1: Parish Operations Accounting Manager (Chicago, IL)
Requirements: Masters’ degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration, CPA preferred; thorough knowledge of Quickbooks or similar accounting systems; ten plus years of accounting experience; five plus years supervisory experience; excellent organizational and communication skills.
Open Position 2: POSC Coordinator of Accounting Services (office located at 1400 S. Austin, Cicero)
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration; Master’s degree or CPA preferred; thorough knowledge of Quickbooks or similar accounting software; five years plus of accounting experience in supervisory role; excellent communication skills and ability to give presentations to groups
To apply, please fax your resume to (312) 751-5345 or call (312) 751-8369 for more information.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, Chicago
Open Position 1: Programmer Analyst
Requirements: BA/BS or 15 years of working experience; minimum of 3 years of experience in application development along with application development cycle and RDBS; prefer individual with a combination of Microsoft.net, VB, VB Script, ASP, Java, Java Script, HTML, XML, MS SQL Server, COBOL, Crystal Report, Lawson, Tririga, and AS/400.
Open Position 2: Technical Support Trainee
Requirements: High School graduate, prefer college courses in information sciences; valid driver’s license and insurance; must have own transportation; understanding of IP networking; intermediate level support skills with the MS Windows OS’s (98/2000); ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 100 lbs; minimum of 1-2 years of computer hardware troubleshooting or installation experience, application installation and troubleshooting and IP network component installation.
To apply for any of the above positions, please fax your resume to (312) 751-5345 or call (312) 751-8369 for more information.

OFFICE FOR CATECHESIS AND YOUTH MINISTRY, Chicago, IL
Open Position 1: Chicago Scripture School Coordinator
Requirements: Master of Arts or Master of Divinity degree in Theology or equivalent with specialization in biblical studies; three years’ experience teaching adults in an adult faith formation or scriptural setting; working knowledge of Microsoft Publisher, Excel and Access; practicing Catholic and active member of a parish community; available for weekend and evening work.
Requirements: Masters degree in Religious Education, related field or the equivalent; three years in catechetical leadership; experience in working in multi-cultural environments; working knowledge of Microsoft Publisher, Excel and Access; practicing Catholic and active member of a parish community; available for evening and weekend work.
To apply for any of the above positions, contact the Office for Catechesis and Youth Ministry, 1025 W. Fry Street, Chicago, IL 60622; telephone (312) 243-3700, FAX (312) 243-3801.

CALVERT HOUSE, 5735 S. University Ave., Chicago, IL
Open Position: Campus Minister
Requirements: BA/BS Degree preferably in Religious Studies or Business; working knowledge of Microsoft Office; previous experience in campus ministry, especially in recruiting students or training student leaders; ability to maintain a flexible working schedule. To apply, please fax your resumeto (773) 288-1124 or call (773) 288-2311 for more information.

PARISH OPERATIONS, POSC Office, Archdiocese of Chicago, 1400 S. Austin, Chicago, IL
Open Position: POSC Accounting Assistant (Part-time, 10-12 hours a week)
Requirements: working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel; must have completed two or more accounting college classes; have access to a vehicle for travel between POSC offices and parish locations. To apply, please fax your resumeto (708) 222-9129 or call (708) 329-4045 for more information.

Office for Councils
Cardinal Meyer Center, 3525 S. Lake Park, Chicago, IL
Open Position: Secretary
Requirements: High School grad required.  Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, Access). Ability to create and maintain data Base.  Two to three years’ secretarial experience.
To apply, please contact:
Human Resources 
155 East  Superior
Chicago, IL 60611
312/751-5345
fax:312/751-5345

Archives & Records
Open Position: Processing Archivist
Requirements: Masters degree in Archival Administration or Library Science with a concentration of Archival Administration, or History required. One year experience in a professional archival and/or records management setting.
To apply, please contact:
Archives & Records Center
711 West Monroe Street p.2
Chicago, IL 60661
312/831-0711
fax:312/831-0610

New World Publications
Open Position: Circulation/Marketing/Manager
Requirements: BA Degree in Business or Marketing. Computer literate. Knowledge of Marketing, sales. Journalism experience. Understanding of Catholic faith community. Two plus years in sales. Multi-Media Savvy.
To apply, please contact:
Human Resources 
155 East Superior
Chicago, IL  60611
312/751-8369
fax:312/751-5345

 

Openings for SOCIAL WORKERS and GENERAL SOCIAL SERVICES
Please visit the website of Catholic Charities at www.catholiccharities.net , [click on Employment]

Openings in CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
Please call the Office of Catholic Schools at 312-751-5200 and ask for Teacher Personnel or log onto http://schools.archchicago.org for positions in the Archdiocese of Chicago.

Openings in CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
Please call the Office of Catholic Schools at 312-751-5200 and ask for Teacher Personnel or log onto http://school.archchicago.org/HSchPosSearch.aspx for positions in the Archdiocese of Chicago.

CARMEL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL, Mundelein, IL
Carmel Catholic High School in Mundelein, IL seeks enthusiastic, highly qualified applicants for the position of ADMISSIONS DIRECTOR to begin August 1, 2008.

Located approximately 30 miles northwest of Chicago, this FOUR-TIME Blue Ribbon school enrolls over 1400 students and has a professional and support staff of 150 dedicated, highly qualified individuals.

Please visit our website for more information:
www.carmelhs.org

Qualifications:

* Embrace a Vatican II Theology
* Bachelor's degree in education or related field (Master's preferred)
* Demonstrated experience in the area of private school admissions
* Excellent communication skills

Excellent salary and benefits package. Application deadline: July 15, 2008

For application packet contact:
Mr. Lawrence Setnicar, Director of Human Resources
Carmel Catholic High School
One Carmel Parkway
Mundelein, IL 60060
lsetnicar@carmelhs.org

St. Ann School, Lansing, Illinois
St. Ann School, Lansing, is seeking a full-time secretary. Strong communication and computer skills required. Please contact Elizabeth Gard at 708-895-1661, ext. 33 or elizabethgard@saintannschool.com for more information.

ALL OTHER Openings

Chicago Province of Jesuits
Position Opening:  Part-time Executive Assistant
Charis Ministries is a ministry of the Chicago Province of Jesuits, providing retreats and other spiritual programs for those in their 20s and 30s.  The Executive Assistant will provide clerical, administrative and personal support for the Executive Director.  The office is located at Loyola University Chicago’s Lake Shore Campus in Rogers Park, Chicago.

Requirements include an Associates Degree and 2 years strong administrative experience; strong organizational skills; excellent oral and written communications skills; proficiency with email, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Excel, Access Databases and other PC office applications.  The candidate must be detail-oriented; able to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team; able to multi-task; able to manage shifting deadlines and multiple projects; able to take initiative on projects; and possess strong editing skills.  S/he has a positive attitude that is supportive of religious activities, and enjoys working with people in their 20s and 30s.  S/he will be available to work 20-25 hours per week, Monday-Friday.

Charis Ministries will offer a competitive hourly salary for the most qualified candidate.
Email resume and cover letter to the attention of Ms. Lauren Berke at lauren@charisministries.org.  Learn more about us at www.charisministries.org.
Interviewing now for an early September start-date.

KOLBE HOUSE JAIL MINISTRY at ASSUMPTION PARISH
2434 S. California Avenue, Chicago. IL 60608, 773- 247-0070 Fax 773-247-0569
Full-time Associate Jail Chaplain
Kolbe House at Assumption is a parish-based ministry to those in Cook and Lake County Jails providing service to detainees, families, and post-release persons. See our website for more information: kolbehouseministry.org.

Qualifications:

• Pastoral Leadership training and or Pastoral Experience
• English/Spanish language capability
• Pastoral listening skills

General Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one ministry where there is a current need
• Be a pastoral support to current team members and volunteers
• Participation in Kolbe Assumption team meetings
• Help to discern more ways in which we can accompany released prisoners/detainees
• Foster ministry to families of incarcerated people
• Help with planning and ministry for Masses and services centered on the Santuario
• Assist in pastoral and liturgical support at Assumption Parish
• Provide hospitality to the poor seeking food or clothing

Education and Advocacy:

• Enhance and foster liturgical leadership with volunteers for jail
• Help develop two in-services for volunteers
• Help to recruit, form and supervise present and new volunteers
• Establish and present clear guidelines for orientation and preparation for jail ministry volunteers

General Liturgy:
v Lead religious services in jail or join team where needed
v Participate in training volunteers in liturgical for lay presiding

Retreats:

• Plan and facilitate retreat(s) for detainees
• Offer retreats for jail ministry volunteers and Assumption parishioners

Take on projects as needed

Fax Resume: 773-247-0569
Fr. Arturo Pérez Rodríguez
Director of Kolbe House

UNIVERSITY OF ST. MARY OF THE LAKE/MUNDELEIN SEMINARY, Instituto de Liderazgo Pastoral, Mundelein, iL

Title of Position: Associate Director - Instituto de Liderazgo Pastoral
Hours to be worked: Part-time position, including some evenings, Saturdays & Sundays.

Job Elements: With the Program Director and Director of spiritual formation, he/she will assist the overall formation process of the Aspirants and Candidates for the diaconate and their spouses.

Requirements: The Associate Director should be familiar with the Permanent Diaconate. She/He should possess a Master in the field of theology. He/she must possess a good knowledge of the Hispanic/Latino culture and the reality of the Hispanic community in Chicago and in the U.S; needs to be bilingual Spanish/English fluently speaking. She/he should possess organizational skills, supervisory and administrative skills needed to ensure the fulfillment of the requirements and different portions of the formation process. He/she should be open and value working in collaboration as part of a team.

For a complete job description please contact shessler@usml.edu. Interested candidates should send resume via e-mail to shessler@usml.edu

CATHOLIC THEOLOGICAL UNION, Chicago, IL
Catholic Theological Union (CTU), a graduate school of theology, has two openings.

The school is seeking an Events Coordinator for its campus in Hyde Park/Chicago.

The Events Coordinator supervises and coordinates all internal and external events at CTU. The main objective of the position is to ensure that that the participants (CTU’s guests) of the events enjoy their experience at CTU. It is also the responsibility of the Events Coordinator to maximize the use of CTU’s conference space. The Events Coordinator works directly with the students on campus, the staff, faculty, marketing and the food service, housing, and maintenance departments. The Events Coordinator also supervises the student work force as needed.

Candidates should have proven experience in event planning and be comfortable in the context of a Catholic institution of higher learning. He/She must have superior oral and written communication skills, as well as attention to detail and the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines. Must be able to work well under pressure and be capable of performing multiple tasks simultaneously. Must be a team player and work well with minimal supervision. Flexibility is a must.

Qualified candidates will also possess advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and other database programs. Previous experience with an academic environment or other nonprofit experience is a plus.

Please e-mail cover letter and resume, with salary requirements to mconnors@ctu.edu

In addition, the school is also seeking a Program Coordinator.

The Program Coordinator position is one of support and organization. The Program Coordinator collaborates with both the Hesburgh Sabbatical Program Director and the Director of the Institute of Religious Formation, in fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the programs and Catholic Theological Union. This person provides critical support through responsible management of all aspects of the programs’ office.

Candidates should have proven experience in office management and be comfortable in the context of a Catholic institution of higher learning. He/She must have superior oral and written communication skills, as well as attention to detail and the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines. The position also calls for flexibility, excellent interpersonal skills, project coordination experience, and the ability to work well with all levels of administration and staff. Must be a collaborative person and work well with minimal supervision.

Qualified candidates will also possess advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and other database programs. This position also requires strong Internet research skills. Previous experience with an academic environment or other nonprofit experience is a plus.

Catholic Theological Union is the largest Catholic graduate school of theology and ministry in the United States with a diverse and international student body and a variety of academic and pastoral programs at the masters and doctoral level.

Please e-mail cover letter and resume, with salary requirements to cguzman@ctu.edu



UNIVERSITY OF ST. MARY OF THE LAKE / MUNDELEIN SEMINARY, Lay Ecclesial Ministry Formation Program, Mundelein, IL

Title: Administrative Assistant, Together In God’s Service
Reports to: Director, Lay Ministry Formation Programs
Hours To Be Worked: Twenty-six (26) hours weekly, Some Saturdays Required
Part-Time, exempt, with benefits

Job Summary: The Administrative Assistant develops, coordinates and implements various elements of the program with the TIGS program Director. Specifically, the Administrative Assistant supervises the office staff ensuring that all records (attendance, course approvals, etc) are maintained. The AA facilitates communication between the office and participants through various means. The AA assists in the preparation of all Formation events (days, evenings and retreats). The AA attends all the formation events with the Director, providing support and connecting with participants. The AA assists with planning the formation calendar and ensures that dates and facilities are secured for all formation events. The AA is a primary resource for the Director in assessing current formation and in strategizing for the future. The AA participates in the meetings of the TIGS Theological Council.

Job Elements:

1. Oversee design and management of TIGS database, ensuring it is kept consistently updated and supervises maintenance of all participant files and records.
Track TIGS participants’ attendance at formation events
Ensure that participants’ academic coursework is correctly recorded
Communicate with participants regarding missing forms and late fees, as necessary.

2. Coordinate communication with participants and business personnel at the academic institutions.
Send TIGS participants reminders of upcoming formation events in timely fashion
Coordinate, with C&G staff, TIGS materials for annual promotional mailing
Ensures that, through Administrative Assistant, participants’ assessment meetings with the Director are scheduled
Notifies participants regarding requirements of and schedules Integration Seminars

3. Faculty and Formation Presenter Liaison
Communicate with formation presenters regarding A/V, handouts, and other support needs.
4. Supervise creation and maintenance of TIGS Publications
Assist in preparation of annual program brochure
Maintain Participant Directory
Update Participant Handbook

5. Scheduling and Space Coordination
Work with LMFP Program coordinator in securing meeting spaces for all TIGS formation events

6. Formation Days
Supervise preparation of all handouts
Create worship aids
Gather prayer environment materials
Prepare the space
Coordinate, with LMFP Program Coordinator when appropriate, food/refreshments needs for formation events

Roles and Relationships

In the absence of the Director, the Administrative Assistant consults with Director by pone or confers with the Associate Director of the LMFP or with the Provost regarding decisions that are both serious and urgent.

ACADEMIC DEAN: Provides Academic Dean of the University any necessary faculty documentation—Curriculum Vitae, CBC, etc.

DIRECTOR OF LAY ECCLESIAL MINISTRY FORMATION PROGRAM: Reports to and works closely with the LMFP Director, especially with regard to calendaring and innovations in regard to formation programming.

FORMATION PRESENTERS: Serves as liaison to presenters; Ensures, through LMFP Secretary and Administrative Assistant that contracts are prepared and stipends issued.

PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS: Assists with recruitment of incoming students; handles student concerns/inquiries as needed

PARISHES/AGENCIES OF THE ARCHDIOCESE: Provides information about program through annual mailing and responds to inquiries.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Catholic Church and of the Archdiocese of Chicago
• Experience in Administration and concern for detail
• Understanding of Adult development process
• Demonstrated interpersonal, collaborative and pastoral skills
• Sensitivity to cultural/racial differences and demonstrated to work well
  with others
• Commitment to quality formation for laity
• Flexibility and Adaptability

This position is part-time, with benefits. Working hours: 26 per week, typically three days in the office, but also variable because of evening and week-end responsibilities.
Interested candidates should e-mail their resume to shessler@usml.edu

CATHOLIC THEOLOGICAL UNION, Chicago, IL
Want a Challenge? Enjoy Diversity? Like People? Then Student Services Coordinator at Catholic Theological Union is the position for you.

Catholic Theological Union (CTU) is the largest Catholic graduate school of theology and ministry in the United States with a diverse and international student body.

The Student Services Coordinator (SSC) manages all campus housing and parking. The SSC also oversees student insurance and the student work force. The SSC works directly with students, the staff, faculty, and the facilities department.

Candidates should have proven experience in property management and be comfortable in the context of a Catholic institution of higher learning. He/She must have superior oral and written communication skills, as well as be attentive to detail. Setting priorities and meeting deadlines are an essential part of the job. The SSC must be able to work well under pressure and be capable of performing multiple tasks simultaneously. We need a team player and who can take responsibility.

Qualified candidates should also have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and other database programs. This position also requires strong Internet research skills. Previous experience with an academic environment or other nonprofit experience is a plus.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume, with salary requirements to mconnors@ctu.edu

CATHOLIC THEOLOGICAL UNION , Chicago, IL
Catholic Theological Union (www.ctu.edu) Is a fully accredited Roman Catholic graduate school of theology and ministry located in the university community of Hyde Park in Chicago. With a student body of 500 and 85 employees, CTU is the largest Catholic school of theology in the United States. Owned by a corporation of twenty-five religious communities, its diverse and international student body includes candidates for priesthood as well as lay men and women preparing for ministry in the church and for related service to the wider community, and it offers a variety of academic and pastoral programs at the masters and doctoral level. CTU currently has two open positions:

OPENINGS in Other Dioceses

OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL PARISH, Darien, IL
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish in Darien, Illinois is seeking to fill the position of Youth Minister to oversee the high school and junior high school Religious Education programs as well as to guide the faith journey of our teens. Applicants should have appropriate formal theology training.
Experience is a plus; energy, vision, and enthusiasm a must. OLMC is located at the juncture of I-55 and Cass Avenue in Darien.
Contact Fr. Mike O'Keefe at 630 852 3303.

PORTIUNCULA CENTER FOR PRAYER. Frankfort, Illinois
The Portiuncula Center for Prayer is seeking a Programming / Marketing Coordinator. The Programming/Marketing Coordinator will collaborate with the Administrator in long range planning, research, design, administration and execution of the PORT's sponsored programs, coordinate all aspects of programs and retreats to include scheduling, marketing and contracting with presenters, will assess ways to best use the resources of the campus ministries to meet the needs of the people of God, incorporate the PORT vision and mission into the program offerings while creating a balanced calendar of program offerings.

The Programming/ Marketing Coordinator prepares marketingbrochures, news releases and determines mailing groups forPORT's programs, develops and executes marketing plan for each program andpursues creative methods of marketing and conducts post-program marketing review.

Requirements:
Masters Degree in Administration,Theology,Spirituality or related field required. Previous training inTheology required.

Qualifications:
Management, program design, research, oral presentation and written skills required.
Interested individuals should apply online at www.Provena.org/Careers EOE

ST. ISIDORE PARISH, Bloomingdale, Illinois
St. Isidore Parish was canonically founded on March 5, 1920. The first mass was celebrated by 45-families and founding pastor Rev. John Wester on Easter Sunday in March 1921. Today, St. Isidore is the second largest parish in the Diocese of Joliet with approximately 6,200 registered families.

The Position: Stewardship-Development Director
The Director of Development will have an opportunity to foster a greater sense of ownership among members seeking gifts of time, talent and treasure. The parish is debt-free and recently completed a Master Plan that includes a capital campaign in the near future. The position reports directly to the Parish Administrator, Tom Norton.

Responsibilities

• Implement the new Strategic Development Plan, which includes events, School Annual Fund, Parish Annual Fund and Stewardship along with other relationship building and fundraising activities
• Cultivate and steward key relationships including donors and prospects
• Work with Director of Communication to create consistent messaging in public relations, press releases, newsletters, collateral materials and brochures
• Collaborate with Formation Commission to align fundraising and marketing strategies
• Manage and enhance policies and procedures related to fundraising and marketing in partnership with Pastor, Parish Administrator, Parish Council and Parish Leadership

Qualifications and Characteristics Desired

• The successful candidate will be a high-energy person of poise, integrity and dedication to the mission of the Parish. In addition, s/he will be an articulate spokesperson, effective writer and communicator, able to speak convincingly and passionately about St. Isidore Parish and its ministries. S/he will operate enthusiastically and successfully in a complex and dynamic environment and partner effectively with the Parish Administrator, Pastor, lay leadership committees and parishioners. S/he will bring:
• Development experience with a proven track record of success
• Experience in all aspects of development is preferred, including: major gifts, capital campaigns, foundation relations, annual giving, events and planned giving
• Experience and success in the solicitation of major gifts is desired
• Effective management skills and supervision experience, with proven ability to work collaboratively as a colleague and team builder
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and quality relationships with a variety of constituencies
• Ability to apply fund-raising techniques imaginatively and entrepreneurially

Salary Range

• $45,000 - $60,000
• Includes excellent benefits package (health, vision, dental, retirement)

For more information please visit http://www.stisidoreparish.org. Nominations and applications including cover letter, resume and salary history may be sent via e-mail to: developmentsearch@stisidoreparish.org. Please be certain all attachments are in Word document form.

ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER PARISH, Chatham, IL
St. Joseph the Worker Parish in the Springfield Diocese is seeking a Director of Faith Formation, a full-time, 12-month position with benefits.

The Catholic community of St. Joseph the Worker Parish is a vibrant, faith-filled community comprised of 1000 + family households located in rapidly growing Chatham, Illinois (Springfield).

The successful candidate will be a practicing Catholic and have five + years experience at a director’s level with hands-on proficiency in the creation, administration and execution of fait based programs upon which the foundation of a strong Catholic faith is built for all current and prospective members of our parish.

The position requires a forward thinking, enthusiastic leader with the ability to organize and execute within a rapidly changing environment with minimal direction. The candidate must be able to provide concise budgets, program overviews, schedules and materials and must be able to prepare and present comprehensive and concise program reports to parish leaders on a regular basis.