Immigrant and Refugee Ministry Associate

4000 ARCHDIOCESE OF SEATTLE PAYROLL SVC • Seattle, WA

4d • $27 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

This position will provide support in the nurturing of our Cabrinian ministry. General responsibilities include promotions, recruiting parishes and volunteers, developing resources, and planning and leading events. The position coordinates with archdiocesan ministries and others on collaborative projects. The position works with individual Catholics to share their stories and promote justice for immigrants. The position provides logistical and event support for the annual Catholic Immigration Summit. This is a 12-month, half-time position.

Requirements

• Willingness and ability to support the mission of the Church by extending the ministry of the Archbishop.
• Ability and desire to use God-given gifts and talents in service of the local Church in support of the collaboration between lay and ordained ministers.
• Bachelor’s degree or experience in theology, pastoral ministry, nonprofit project management, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience project coordination, especially the start-up phase of new projects or ministries with emphasis in serving immigrant & refugee or other marginalized communities.
• Demonstrated successful ability to accomplish goals through collaboration and organization.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with individuals and groups of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Must possess a valid Washington driver’s license to travel with the Archdiocese of Seattle.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual abilities encouraged

Responsibilities

• Mother Cabrini Missionary Disciples: work with other IRM staff to recruit, respond to, and support individuals and parishes looking for ways to accompany and support immigrants. Track participation.
• In coordination with lay leadership at parishes and schools, offer dialogues, events, Chutes and Ladders immigration game, etc.
• Court Accompaniment: support parish accompaniment teams through forming, training, outreach, accompaniment, and follow up.
• Create resources and assets for individuals and parishes including ways to accompany immigrants, advocating for justice for immigrants, learn more, and deepen their faith.
• Use local and national events to encourage concerned Catholics to take action “this just happened, do this in response”
• Assist with annual immigration summit promotion and provide staff support during the summit, usually the first Saturday in October; and other Immigrant and Refugee Ministry events as needed.

Benefits

• Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level