Parish Life Coordinator

St. Theresa Catholic Church•Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Parish Life Coordinator plans and carries out activities that bring the parish community together, including Bible studies, the parish picnic, family activities, the fish fry, pancake breakfasts, Soup & the Spirit, the Fall Speaker Series, and funeral support. The role is the primary point of contact for parish lay ministries, including the 55+ Ministry. It is hands-on and requires close attention to detail and commitment to the parish’s standard of excellence at every event. The position primarily serves the parish and may assist the school in limited capacities when requested. The role plans and manages events from scheduling and coordination through setup, execution, and cleanup. It coordinates with the Chief Operating Officer, Pastor, clergy, music ministry, parish staff, volunteers, ministry leaders, and facilities team. The position involves some nights and weekends, particularly around parish events and funerals; the parish is willing to flex time as appropriate for evening and weekend work. The employee works in a fast-paced environment where priorities and plans may change rapidly. The role is closely connected to the Pastor’s ministry and requires adherence to established dress codes and conduct standards. Work may involve driving to off-site locations and travel within and outside the parish to meetings and other events. Parish buildings and vehicles are tobacco-free, and the employee may be exposed to Roman Catholic prayer, liturgical celebrations, and other religious ceremonies, conduct, and speech.

Requirements

Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Catholic Church.
Experience planning and executing events.
Working knowledge of Catholic teaching, parish life, and the liturgical year.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to the parish’s standard of excellence for events.
Organization and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple events at once.
Clear and prompt written and verbal communication.
Ability to work well with volunteers and ministry leaders of all ages.
Pastoral sensitivity when working with grieving families.
Ability to lift and carry event supplies and equipment and assist with setup and cleanup.
Valid Texas driver’s license.
Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout employment.
Local candidates only; no recruiters.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent work experience in event planning, hospitality, parish life, or ministry will be considered.
Volunteer coordination experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and run the parish picnic, family activities, fish fry, pancake breakfasts, and Soup & the Spirit, including menus, vendors, supplies, setup, and cleanup.
Develop and manage event calendars, budgets, and timelines in coordination with the Chief Operating Officer.
Recruit, schedule, and coordinate volunteers for parish events; be on site and hands-on to manage details and resolve issues. The position has no supervisory responsibility over staff.
Serve as the primary point of contact for lay ministries, including the 55+ Ministry, and support ministry leaders with scheduling, communications, and event needs.
Coordinate parish Bible studies and the Fall Speaker Series, including scheduling, space, materials, facilitators and speakers, hospitality, and promotion.
Coordinate parish support for funerals; serve as a point of contact for families; work with the Pastor, clergy, music ministry, and parish staff; and organize receptions and the volunteers who staff them.
Communicate event information to staff, volunteers, and the parish community through the bulletin, email, and other parish channels.
Coordinate facility use, equipment, and room reservations with the facilities team and parish calendar, and track attendance, costs, and feedback to inform future planning.
Assist the school in a limited capacity when requested, including with school events that overlap with parish life.
Adhere to the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout employment.
Adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards.