Assistant to the Director of Religious Education (part time) - St. Jane de Chantal Parish

Archdiocese of Washington•Bethesda, MD

73d•Onsite

About The Position

Working under the supervision of the Director of Religious Education (DRE) the Assistant to the Director of Religious Education (ADRE) will support the Faith Formation program of the parish and all its functions to ensure a robust and successful catechetical program. The ADRE will foster relationships with our school, staff, clergy, catechists, parents, and our Faith Formation students with care and enthusiasm. The ADRE will work in the Seton Center Office of Religious Education on a part time basis not to exceed 19 hours per pay period.

Requirements

Confirmed and practicing member of the Catholic Church
Experience with a Faith Formation or religious education program
Excellent written and verbal skills
Flexible work schedule that requires evenings and some weekends as needed
Strong time-management skills and a solid grasp of office skills programs and software with a focus on MS Office software products
Ability to set priorities to get things done and be able to transition from independent work to working as a member of a team
Ascend and descend flights of stairs
Be able to be quick on your feet especially on busy Tuesday evenings when class is in session
May be required to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds
Must be VIRTUS certified

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with the ParishSoft database preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain documents, record retention and keep documents organized
Exhibit a pleasant demeanor at all times and a have a willingness to help with whatever is needed with a sense of proactivity and initiative
Understand and maintain compliance with diocesan guidelines and procedures
Proficiency with the ParishSoft database preferred
Record sacramental records in parish office ledgers
Support and help arrange and execute special events, sacraments, retreats , etc
Flexibility of schedule requiring work each Tuesday evening & occasional weekends
Help the DRE and catechists prepare each week for class each Tue evening
Communication and program marketing, communication via multiple platforms (i.e. mailings, email, website, etc) with stakeholders such as parish staff, parents, and volunteers
Develop and populate master calendar for the Faith Formation program as well as understand packet materials to parents and catechists
Serves as receptionist and performs clerical and secretarial duties