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:  Corpus Christi Catholic School (Colorado Springs, CO)

Full-Time Position: Non-Exempt - Salaried / 40 hours per week (7:15am -3:15pm Monday - Friday)

Date Open:  Open Now (will become vacant on December 2, 2024)

Date Closed:  Until Filled

Pay Range:  $27,000.00 - $30,000.00 

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

Summary of Job Duties:  Supervision of students, preparation of materials and lessons for class, support discipline guidelines, supervise recess, lunch, rest time, and dismissal duty, assist with classroom and playground cleanup, carry out small and large group instructional activities, maintain licensure training, updates, and PDIS requirements, attend on-site and off-site professional development meetings, attend
after-hours school functions as needed.

Minimum qualifications:

• Practicing Roman Catholic with a commitment to his/her faith
• High-school diploma or equivalent
• Some school experience or working with children preferred
• Personable, professional, and enjoys working with children and families
• At least 18 years of age
• Basic clerical and organizational tasks
• Montessori background favorable

Education:  Lead teacher applicants must have Group Lead qualifications through PDIS.

To Apply:  Please send completed applications and resumes to Carole Heindel, Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2318 North Cascade, Colorado Springs, CO 80907; or e-mail to cprochaska@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