Associate Director for Evangelization Integration

Archdiocese of San Antonio•San Antonio, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Director for Evangelization Integration plays a key role in advancing the Archdiocese of San Antonio’s mission of evangelization and missionary discipleship through a collaborative, pastoral approach that supports parish and diocesan ministry leaders. This role involves shaping and evaluating pastoral plans, contributing to ongoing formation efforts, and fostering vibrant parish communities of faith across all stages of life. The Associate Director provides direct support to the Director of Evangelization and Missionary Discipleship to advance the archdiocesan vision and mission in the set initiatives of the Evangelization and Formation team, potentially crossing various ages and demographics and involving collaboration with other Associate Directors. The position is active in outreach to parishes and deaneries throughout the Archdiocese with an emphasis on evangelization initiatives for parish leaders, which may include parish visits, deanery meetings, developing and giving workshops and trainings, and implementing archdiocesan guidelines and initiatives. The fundamental basis of this role is an integration of the New Evangelization and Missionary Discipleship in pastoral de conjunto to serve the multicultural pastoral needs of children, youth, young adults, adults (as couples, and men and women as individuals) and seniors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in any area of ministry, or related field.
Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in parish youth ministry development and evaluation.
Experience using key catechetical documents such as Catechism of the Catholic Church, the Directory for Catechesis, Evangelii Gaudium to guide parish ministry.
Must be a Roman Catholic in good standing with the Church.
Reliable transportation.
Valid driver license.
Valid vehicle insurance.
A thorough working knowledge of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the General Directory of Catechesis, the National Directory for Catechesis, Christus Vivit, Renewing the Vision, and current developments in the Church’s theology of the vocation of the laity.
Excellence in organizational management, setting and achieving goals and objectives, and managing a budget.
Past success working with committees and the ability to cultivate existing committee member relationships.
Strong public relations skills with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders that include parishes, groups, other churches, as well as within and beyond the Pastoral Center.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; a passionate communicator with excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills, including: professional tact and courtesy, and ability to express ideas clearly, creatively, and logically, both orally and in writing.
Passion, idealism, integrity, positive attitude and mission-driven.
Experience with computer software and thorough proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite. Other publishing programs preferred.
Keen sense of missionary spirit and missionary zeal.
Must be detail oriented, organized, self-motivated, work well independently and on a team; passion, idealism, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven and self-directed.
Must have good critical thinking and problem solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual in English and Spanish preferred.
Bi-cultural background to recognize and engage different social realities and challenges is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop new formation and workshops, as needed, based on the vision and guidelines of the Department for Pastoral Ministries.
Offer trainings and workshops in Evangelization and Formation for parish ministry leaders throughout the Archdiocese.
Communicate with parish ministry leaders to develop a sense of supportive presence, offer outreach and formation, and help make them aware of training opportunities.
Create, contribute and manage content for communications to parish leaders and relevant audiences, including collaboration with the appropriate DPM staff for promotional efforts.
Assist in maintaining up to date contact information for parish leadership across areas of evangelization and formation ministry.
Work with the Director in identifying current resources, models and best practices used in identified areas of ministry.
Promote and implement best practices across all areas of evangelization and formation.
Develop and maintain local partnerships and relationships with Lay Ecclesial Movements, internal and external Church organizations connected to their specialized area of ministry.
Serve as a resource and guide for pastors and parish ministers for general practices common to all areas of evangelization and missionary discipleship.
Organize, analyze, and present data related to ministry leaders in these areas, and make recommendations based on available data.
Serve as the lead or support the lead and appropriate staff for events and initiatives connected to evangelization and formation as assigned by the Director.
Offer formation to Deacons as well as formation at Mexican American Catholic College as requested.
Assist the Director in maintaining and implementing sacramental guidelines and ministry policies by promoting them with parish leaders.
Identify pastoral needs of ministry leaders and respond appropriately, including awareness of when ministry leaders need referral for guidance or services with other offices, or situations needing referral beyond the scope of pastoral and ministerial support.
Ensure the mission, vision, values and priorities of the archdiocese are communicated clearly and carried out effectively, efficiently and collaboratively within the assigned office.
Regularly engage in personal growth, professional development, theological study, prayer, charity and justice work, and spiritual formation.
Foster a “Pastoral de Conjunto” environment by leading by example, resolving issues, and making sound decisions.
Adhere to safety training and protocols on a daily basis and take precautionary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of self and others.
Responsible for protecting the confidentiality of any information or material obtained in the service with the organization.
Adherence to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Morals Policy is mandatory.
Take a solution-oriented approach in interactions and undertakings, and be a team member that promotes collaboration and commitment to the Mission and Vision of the organization.
Perform other duties as assigned.