Campus Ministry Coordinator

St Labre Indian School • Ashland, MT

14d • $37,017 - $48,113

About The Position

Shall lead the catechetical and liturgical endeavors in the faith development of students and staff.

Requirements

• Bachelors (B.A.) and/or Master’s degree (M.A.) or equivalent in Catholic theology and/or pastoral ministry and/or education.
• Work experience in a multicultural environment.
• Experience facilitating liturgical functions.
• Experience leading liturgical music in various functions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain materials of a highly confidential nature.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the general public.
• Willingness to work with teachers, staff, students, and other members of the community.
• Respect of the teachings of the gospel of Jesus Christ in private, personal, and public life.
• Commitment to the mission of the Roman Catholic Church in Native American education.
• Sensitivity to and appreciation of Native American people and their cultures.
• Ability to teach moral and spiritual values to youth.
• Ability to serve as an appropriate role model for students.
• Valid MT driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for students in school functions, prayer, liturgical services, community events, and other special events pertaining to their spiritual growth and development.
• Coordinate with the Director of Mission and Ministry Integration and pastor of St. Labre Parish.
• Lead in the planning, implementing, and evaluating of all student and staff retreats, service projects, mission trips, and other liturgical functions.
• Plan, lead, and implement music for all liturgical functions.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate a regular prayer and liturgy schedule for students and staff; coordinate the implementation with principals.
• Serve as a mentor and support for students and staff by being a daily presence on campus, specifically in the school buildings.
• Serve as an assistant for the Mission and Ministry Department at all St. Labre schools and as called upon by the directors and principals of St. Labre.
• Serve as a member on the Mission Quest and Catholic Schools Week committees.
• Maintain a regular presence at the St. Labre dormitory in consultation with the Director of Schools and Dormitory Supervisor.
• Maintain a regular presence at the St. Labre Homes in consultation with the Director of Youth & Family Services and the Group Home Manager.
• Attend parent-teacher conferences in all schools as requested.
• Attend other staff meetings as requested.
• Assess regularly the needs of students and staff members; recommend special functions, liturgies and activities to meet their needs.
• Dialogue and consult with the Native American Catholic community and other Native Americans who participate in traditional Native American spiritual practices to enculturate the liturgical life of the school.
• Maintain one’s personal growth in the Catholic faith and model regular attendance at church services.
• Plan, lead, and implement Works of Mercy opportunities for 9th and 10th grade High School students.
• Collect, approve, and document Works of Mercy hours for our High School Students.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time