Job Title:  Appeals Coordinator (Part Time /30 hours per week)

Location: Catholic Pastoral Center (Colorado Springs, CO)

Date Open: Open Now

Desired Start Date:  As soon as practical.

Pay Rate:  $21.00 - $22.00 per hour.

Hours:   Monday through Friday 8:00am - 2:00p.m. (30 hours/week) 

Benefits:  30+ hours employees eligible for health, vision and dental coverage; receive holiday pay and earn discretionary time off; may participate in employee pension plan.

Position Summary:   To assist the Director as the project manager for the Annual Diocesan Ministry Appeal (DMA), Vocations Appeal and upcoming Catholic Schools Appeal.  Every employee of the Stewardship and Development team is expected to exemplify a spirit of service to others, in words and actions, to support clergy and religious; volunteers; colleagues; parish communities, and all others in a compassionate, professional, truthful, and friendly manner.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage all the pieces of the different annual appeals in collaboration with the Director and with the assistance of third-party vendors.
• Work with the Director and third-party vendors to design and execute all marketing collateral for the appeals. This includes: Bishop communication pieces; brochures; remit envelopes; posters; video scripts; implementation materials for parishes; all parish communication pieces; ad material for the Catholic Herald (Wrap, Double Truck, Half Page Ads); the appeal website and relevant social media content.
• Generate, print and mail reminder letters, acknowledgement letters and end of year tax statements.
• Serve as the point of contact for third party vendors including program consultants, mail house, data analysts, videographer, graphic designers, etc.
• Implement the DMA grants program by communicating with parishes, schools, grant committee and outside ministry applicants on the grants process, timeline, and overall procedures.
• Create and publish an impact report for the DMA annually based on information provided by the Finance Office.
• Create and run queries in ParishSOFT and Raisers Edge for data analysis and segmentation.
• Help maintain ParishSOFT and Raiser’s Edge by identifying where missing data valves and errors occur by generating queries and correcting errors and missing data.
• Produce monthly reports on the status of DMA for the diocesan ebulletin, E-vangelize.
• Produce weekly email updates on the DMA to Priests, Deacons and parishes with parish DMA promotional materials.
• Develop and maintain relationships with pastors and other clergy and laity to assist with the different appeal program implementation, including some travel to parishes and locations within diocese.
• Generate monthly reminders for donors who wish to receive a paper reminder monthly.
• Generate quires for all appeal related mailings as well as end of year giving statements.
• Clean up mailing queries by identifying errors, duplicates and missing data to ensure clean, accurate and successful mailings.

Additional Administration Duties:

• Answer inbound calls from donors, professionally, with high energy and a positive attitude.
• Assist and attend events to recognize donors.
• Assist with other diocesan development efforts as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education or Formal Training/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Marketing, Nonprofit management or English preferred or minimum of 3 years of related nonprofit fundraising, development or communications experience.
• One to three years in a similar position. Experience in the development office or customer service-related field preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, the ability to prioritize and organize multiple projects, meet deadlines, problem-solve and multi-task, make good judgments and perform effectively under pressure.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive professional relationships with diverse constituent groups of all ages and backgrounds.
• Excellent computer skills, specifically MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Mail Merge)
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge and ParishSOFT, or similar CRM database or ability to learn quickly.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to thrive and work effectively, independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of fundraising principles and procedures preferred.
• Ability to enthusiastically articulate and promote diocesan goals and philosophies related to stewardship and development.
• A high degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality

Work Environment

• Most of the assigned duties are performed in an office environment.

To Apply:  Please send resumes to Hr@diocs.org.  For further information or questions, please contact Human Resources at the Catholic Pastoral Center:  719-636-2345

Job Title:  Controller

Location: Catholic Pastoral Center (Colorado Springs, CO)

Date Open: Open Now

Desired Start Date:  As soon as practical.

Pay Rate:  $110K - $120K 

Hours:   Monday through Friday 8:00am - 5:00p.m.  

Benefits:  Full Time employees eligible for health, vision and dental coverage; receive holiday pay and earn discretionary time off; may participate in employee pension plan.

Position Summary:   To further the spiritual and religious mission of the Diocese by managing the temporal goods of the Diocese by supervising, managing and coordinating the workflow of the Diocesan accounting. This position maintains all financial records for the Diocese (including fixed assets), oversees the Parish Methodology, oversees accounting for the Diocesan Ministry appeal, provides diocesan payroll services, and reviews budgets and financial records for all parishes.  It establishes and maintains accounting databases for the Priests Pension Plan, the Lay Employees’ Pension Plan, the Priests' Post Retirement Benefits Other Than Pension, and the Catholic Foundation. 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Oversees all accounting functions for the Diocese of Colorado Springs, Catholic Foundation, Priest Retirement, Lay Employee Pension Plan, Priest Post Retirement Benefits other than Pension.

• Develop and implement policies and procedures for finance, accounting, and cash management for the Diocese, and affiliated organizations as needed.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations.
• Generate Payroll semi-monthly, provide all associated reports for payroll, including quarterly reports and W-2.
• Prepare tax deposits, reports, and 1099R forms for Catholic Foundation, Priest Retirement, Lay Employees’ Pension Plan.
• Manage a variety of complex temporarily restricted accounts and review documentation for new annuitants, parish designated funds and permanently restricted funds.
• Manage the Diocesan budget in coordination with other ministries in accordance with Bishop’s goals.
• Incorporate quarterly performance measures into the budgeting process to align budget allocations with an approved budget.
• Oversee and coordinate financial information for the general journal entries.
• Develop, Implement and maintain cashflow forecasting.
• Answer financial questions from all ministries of the diocese, presenting financial information in both written and verbal form.
• Oversee the coordination of the work of auditors at the fiscal year-end, gathering information. preparing reports, answering questions and researching information for diocesan accounts and Catholic Foundation.
• Maintain oversight of filing system for all diocesan accounting functions including diocesan accounts, Catholic Herald, Diocesan Ministry Appeal and Employee Benefits.
• Implement and maintain internal controls for prudent financial management.
• Maintains custodial accounts for associated diocesan groups.
• Direct the fixed asset process.
• Maintain accounting process for Flex Plan.
• Generate financial reporting for the Diocese and affiliated organizations as needed.

Oversees Parish Accounting

• Defines diocesan-wide accounting procedures for approval by appropriate parties.
• Oversee parish budgets' review and communications with parishes involving accounting systems and updates to parishes on changes in accounting procedures.
• Verify financial information from all parishes in Diocese through various reports.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with diocesan approved CPA's, parish business managers and pastors and oversees the parish financial review process.
• Prepare parish amalgamation of financial reviews for banks, insurance companies and the Catholic Herald.
• Perform training and education for diocesan staff as well as parish staff.
• Provide resources for ParishSOFT parish accounting multi-user prototype, maintain working relationship with outside support and diocesan IT department.
• Ensure appropriate accounting guidelines and Internal control structure is in place.

Education or Formal Training/Experience

• College degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
• Three years’ supervisory experience in addition to experience with not-for-profit and/or church accounting, web based accounting databases and payroll.  In addition, experience with data processing and electronic spreadsheet is desired.  Knowledge of Financial Edge and ParishSOFT accounting software preferred.  Practicing Catholic in good standing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of not-for-profit accounting practice.
• Knowledge of, ability to learn, FASB regulations, which directly affect work.
• Ability to process and maintain complex financial information with an extremely high degree of accuracy following accepted accounting principles, under strict deadlines.
• Ability to explain complex financial information, troubleshoot accounting problems, and train others in proper procedure, with a tolerance for those possessing varying degrees of accounting skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, relating to a broad base of constituents with diplomacy, tact, patience, and an attitude of service.
• Ability to be flexible, to multi-task, and to change priorities as necessary.
• Ability to present technical accounting information to groups and individuals.
• Ability to supervise others effectively and prioritize the workload of the accounting department.
• Demonstrated knowledge of payroll and PC based accounting databases (prefer Financial Edge and ParishSOFT) including report writing and design.
• Ability to work in positions requires a high level of trust and a high level of fiscal responsibility.
• Ability to work independently, with attention to detail, while being responsive to phone and walk-in inquiries. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information.
• Good oral and written skills, including experience with electronic communication and protocols.

Work Environment

• Most of the assigned duties are performed in an office environment

To Apply:  Please send resumes to Hr@diocs.org.  For further information or questions, please contact Human Resources at the Catholic Pastoral Center:  719-636-2345

Job Title:  Weekend Host (Part-time; see Hours below)

Location: Franciscan Retreat Center (Colorado Springs, CO)

Date Open: Open Now

Desired Start Date:  As soon as practical.

Pay Rate:  $16.00 per hour.

Hours:   Saturdays and Sundays - 7:45a.m.-12:30p.m. or 12:15p.m. - 5:00p.m.  

Benefits:   Part time employees earn discretionary time off and may receive holiday pay (depending on work schedule).

Job Description:  

Summary:  Must always maintain an understanding and appreciation of the philosophy and Mission Statement of the Franciscan Retreat Center.  Responsible for guest interface during weekend hours.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for reporting any events/emergencies to the Director or on-call individual
• Responsible for taking payments for items purchased through the gift shop/making change
• Responsible for guest check-out as well as responding to any guest needs
• Responsible for preparing coffee for morning/afternoon coffee services
• Responsible for taking down coffee service in morning/afternoon
• Responsible for running mugs through dishwasher
• Responsible for cleaning kitchen and making sure coffee pots are cleaned
• Responsible for trashing out of meeting rooms at appropriate times
• Responsible for tidying up the restrooms – trashing out
• Responsible for restocking hand towels and toilet paper in restrooms
• Responsible for cleaning up any leftovers from meeting rooms after groups leave
• Responsible for changing water dispensers when empty
• Other miscellaneous duties may be required as needed with regard to turn around

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Must be dependable, flexible, and self[-motivated.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED (General Education Degree)
• One to three months related experience and/or training
• Or equivalent combination of experience and education

Language:

• Ability to read and understand/interpret documents such as safety rules, operating / maintenance instructions and procedural manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports
• Ability to communicate effectively with groups of guests or employees of the organization

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to add subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to apply common sense with an understanding to carry out details of written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problem solving involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of the tasks/duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee frequently is required to stand, sit, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear; taste or smell.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee may need to lift/ carry or move 25-50 pounds when replacing water bottles on dispensers.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

To Apply:  Parish applications can be found on this page at right, under "Related Documents" column.  Please send completed applications and resumes to Hr@diocs.org.  For further information or questions, please contact Human Resources at the Catholic Pastoral Center:  719-636-2345

Location:  Corpus Christi Catholic Church (Colorado Springs, CO)

Part-Time Position (Non-Exempt/19 hours per week - may vary depending on scheduled activities)

Date Open:  Open Now

Date Closed:  Until Filled

Pay Range:  $20 - $23 per hour

Benefits:   Part time employees earn discretionary time off and may receive holiday pay (depending on work schedule).

Summary of Job Duties:  The Youth Minister reaches out to all high school students (14-18) and middle school students in the faith community, provides formal catechesis, and enables youth to become missionary disciples.  The Youth Minister will also work with 8^th grade and youth in preparation for Confirmation

Minimum qualifications:

• Practicing Roman Catholic with a commitment to his/her faith
• Knowledge of Scripture, Catechism and Church documents
• Teaching experience in religious education preferred
• Able to communicate with all age groups from varying cultural and social backgrounds
• Skilled organizer and director of catechetical programs
• Familiar with uses of media and technology for program implementation

Education:  College degree in related area or equivalent education with experience

To Apply:  Parish applications can be found on this page at right, under the "Related Documents" column.  Please send completed applications and resumes to Carole Heindel, Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2318 North Cascade, Colorado Springs, CO 80907; or e-mail to cheindel@corpuschristicos.org.

Location:  St. Peter Catholic Church (Monument, CO)

Part-Time Position with possibility of Full Time: (Non-Exempt / Max 25 hours per week (PT) - Max 35 hours per week (FT)

Date Open:  Open Now (Part-time starting January 1, 2025, or until filled. Full-time possibility starting on June 1, 2025)

Date Closed:  Until Filled

Pay Range:  $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:   Full-time employees earn discretionary time off, medical, and dental benefits, diocesan pension. Benefits included upon request. 

Summary of Job Duties:  The Director of Faith Formation plays a crucial role in supporting the mission of the Church within the Diocese of Colorado Springs. This job description provides an overview of key responsibilities and activities but is not exhaustive; duties may shift with the needs of the parish. The Director reports to the pastor and collaborates with various ministry leaders, including the Confirmation Ministry, Youth Ministry, RCIA, and St. Peter Catholic School.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Leadership and Coordination
Faith Formation Program: Organize, direct, and implement catechetical programs for children in grades K-6, including RCIC for children and teens, while ensuring sacramental preparation for Reconciliation and First Communion. Organize registrations, attendance sheets, curriculum and all details related to running Faith Formation program.
● Sacramental Preparation: Coordinate sacramental preparation for Reconciliation and First Communion, ensuring compliance with diocesan guidelines.
● Christian Initiation (RCIC): Oversee Christian Initiation of Children and work with families to meet special needs or at-home catechesis where appropriate.
● Parent Catechesis: Provide parents of students in faith formation continuous opportunities for education and community-building. Parents with children in Sacramental programs should be required to attend additional catechesis, chosen and implemented by the Director of Religious Education. Organize, maintain & schedule the Parent Coffee and Donuts on Sunday morning at the same time as Faith Formation.
● Program Evaluation: Regularly assess the effectiveness of catechetical programs and materials.

Administration
● Curriculum Implementation: Ensure the curriculum aligns with diocesan and national guidelines.
● Sacramental Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and sacramental preparation.
● Event Coordination: Organize and schedule Faith Formation classes, parent meetings, catechist meetings & trainings, Vacation Bible School, and other parish events including but not limited to: All Saints Day Party, Nativity Play, May Crowning & Monthly Family
Adoration Nights.
● Program Communication: Ensure communication with families and the parish community through emails, handbooks, and weekly bulletins.
● Gifts and additional programs: Decide, organize, purchase, expense & wrap gifts for Catechists: Catechetical Sunday, Advent, Lent and end of year gifts for catechists. Coordinate activities, select gifts for families, and provide additional opportunities for spiritual growth—such as Bingo sheets, Rosary Challenges, and Advent and Lent initiatives—to encourage greater family engagement in the Catholic faith.

Collaboration and Communication
● Parish Staff Collaboration: Work alongside the pastor, school principal, teachers & employees, catechetical leaders, and other parish ministries.
● Safe Environment Compliance: Coordinate Safe Environment lessons, ensuring that volunteers, students, and staff comply with diocesan requirements.
● Catechist and Volunteer Support: Recruit, train, and supervise catechists and volunteers, providing spiritual formation and logistical support.

SUPERVISION OF CATECHISTS AND VOLUNTEERS
● Catechist Recruitment and Training: Recruit, interview, and train catechists for all faith formation programs.
● Volunteer Coordination: Supervise volunteers, ensuring they are supported, appreciated, and provided with necessary training and spiritual formation.
● Catechist Certification: Ensure that catechists receive diocesan certification and continued professional development.

Minimum qualifications:

• Practicing Catholic, with a strong understanding of Catholic theology and the Second Vatican Council.
• Proficiency in computer software including Google Sheets, Forms, Docs, Flocknote, and ParishSoft.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with diverse community members
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Education: 

•  Bachelor’s degree in religious education or a related field preferred but not required.
•  At least two years of experience in a church or parochial school setting as a teacher, catechist, or administrator.
•  Eligible for Advanced Religious Education Certification and compliance with Safe Environment requirements.

To Apply:  Parish applications can be found on this page at right, under the "Related Documents" column.  Please send completed applications and resumes to Father Gregory Golyzniak at ggolyzniak@diocs.org

Job Title: Children’s Ministry Coordinator

Location: Parker, CO

Submit applications by: Jan. 31, 2025

Start date: As soon as practicable

Reports to: Director of Faith Formation

Supervises: Volunteers

FLSA: Non-Exempt Full time, 30-40 hrs/week, with benefits

Hourly: $20.00-$22.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Sunday through Thursday with frequent evenings

Job summary: We are seeking to further develop a vibrant faith formation program for elementary school-aged children and their families, helping children to take their first steps into a living relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church.

Employer summary: Ave Maria Catholic Parish glorifies God by helping people to encounter the living God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, as they come to know, love and serve Him together. The parish comprises a K-8 school and nearly 3,000 registered families.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Oversee faith formation programs for elementary school-aged children, helping children to experience the joy that comes from knowing the God who loves them and enabling them to interpret their experiences in the light of the Gospel.

• Coordinate weekly religious education classes for children in grades K-5 and help children and their families prepare for the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, and Eucharist.
• Coordinate with Ave Maria Catholic School teachers to assist students through sacramental preparation.
• Develop fun, engaging and spiritually nourishing activities during the summer and at other times to help children to discover the joy and beauty of their Faith.

• Work intensively with the families/parents of our children, re-proposing the Gospel to them and helping them to be the first and best catechists of their children. Find ways to help the family as a whole to experience the power of the Gospel and the help that comes from belonging to the Church community.
• Recruit, train and support catechists and other volunteers through training, retreats, materials and feedback, helping them to grow in their own faith and experience the joy of sharing the gift that is our life in Christ. Maintain clear and constant communication with volunteers, including regarding schedules, safe environment training, etc.

• Work together collaboratively with the other members of the faith formation team, pursuing a shared vision of the life that God desires to share with us and the joy of the Gospel.
• Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to:

• Collaborate and coordinate with other parish and diocesan employees
• Maintain accurate records
• Foster respect and the dignity of all, maintaining confidentiality and avoiding gossip or slander.

Requirements:

• Zeal for the Gospel of Jesus Christ and love for His Church, particularly for the young
• Bachelor’s degree in religious education or Catholic theology
• Experience teaching and lesson-planning in a Catholic setting
• Effective public speaking
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Solid commitment to prayer, discipleship and teamwork, demonstrated by frequent reception of the sacraments, adherence to Church teaching, participation in parish life and openness to working with others

Benefits: 

Full Time employees eligible for health, vision and dental coverage, receive holiday pay and earn discretionary time off; participate in employee pension plan.

Physical requirements:

Frequent public speaking, walking, standing, sitting, bending, operating standard office equipment, working with others, and exposure to the noise of happy children.

The employee is expected to be a practicing Catholic in good standing, faithful to the magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church, and an active member of a parish. They are expected to conduct themselves according to the teaching, goals and mission of the Church, modeling Christian virtues in every aspect of their lives. Every employee must undergo a background check and training regarding diocesan standards.

The description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making compensation decisions.

Please submit resume and the Diocese of Colorado Springs job application

https://www.diocs.org/Portals/0/Documents/Offices/Human%20Resources/Revised%20Parish%20Application(2)%208-7-19.pdf?ver=9vBVeoMf6eFTrYcHU9zQDQ%3d%3d

to Michelle Borras at mborras@avemaria.church

Location: St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church

Date Posted: January 2025

Closing Date: Until filled

Job Title: Part Time Early Childhood Lead Teacher

Date position will become available: As soon as possible

Salary range: $16.50- $18 per hour, commensurate with experience

Benefits: Part time employees earn discretionary time off and may receive holiday pay (depending on work schedule).

Schedule: Tentative Monday through Friday, 9 AM- 2 PM about 25 hours per week.

Qualifications:

● Possess active Child Development Associate (CDA) or ECT qualification

● 2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred)

● Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

● CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

● Meet state specific guidelines for the role

● Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.

● Teach in a manner consistent with the academic, social, moral and religious teachings of the Catholic Church

. ● CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

● Bilingual in Spanish and English, preferred but not required

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:

Child growth and development:

● Has knowledge of, articulates, and applies concepts, principles, theory and practices of early childhood development to build and maintain a positive, nurturing and supportive relationship with children and families. Successfully engage and challenge children of differing abilities.

● Plans and implements appropriate STEAM Education in children's learning activities to enhance skill development in all domains of learning. Creates individualized learning experiences that advance the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of children.

Classroom management:

● Ensures that the classroom environment (including outdoors) is clean, safe, calm and educational, in accordance with; Colorado Child Care Licensing. Requests, maintains, and prepares materials so they are adequate, appropriate and safe.

● Individually documents in databases including Procare, and performs observations/assessments to track student progress and learning.

Families:

● Demonstrates acceptance of all children and their families, including those with special needs, behavioral challenges, and diversity of culture, race, ethnicity and parental choices. Support the development of positive relationships between children and their families, while maintaining professional boundaries.

● Facilitates family engagement, increases parents' knowledge about child development and shares knowledge about individual children via home activities, Parent/Teacher Conferences, Happy Notes, and regular communication.

Professionalism:

● Takes initiative, is flexible and adaptable in a fast paced work environment.

● Demonstrates positive attitude and uses common sense. Maintains interaction with children, families, staff and community partners that is warm, sensitive, honest, natural, calm, respectful, and appropriate. Demonstrates sense of humor, flexibility and adaptability. Collaborates and shares with co-workers and respects their opinions and contributions.

● Is prepared, punctual and engaged in meetings and work duties to include teaching, staff meetings, events, etc.

● Adheres to all program policies and procedures and accepts other duties as assigned. ● Uses discretion and maintains confidentiality with matters of children, families, staff and program.

● Accepts supervision from the Program Director/Assistant Program Director and agrees to work together to provide a quality early learning experience aligned with the program’s mission.

Summary of Additional Expectations:

● Attend all meetings and/or trainings as required outside of normal contractual day

For more information on the position, please contact:
Angela Nobile Eng, Child Care Director at anobileeng@saintgabriel.net

Please send a resume and two letters of recommendation. Child Care Center: St. Gabriel the Archangel Early Learning Center Address: 8755 Scarborough Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80924. Phone: 719-528-8407