Project Data Management Support Specialist (PT)

Archdiocese of Los Angeles•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

The Project & Data Management Support Specialist works under the supervision of the Vicar for Women Religious to increase the department’s responsiveness and address data requests from Consecrated Women Religious in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Archdiocesan employees are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the goals and mission of the Roman Catholic Church. The specialist manages and maintains records for approximately 114 religious institutes, 1,149 individual women religious, more than 800 residences or convents, and ministry locations. The role also supports data needs related to diverse forms of consecrated life, including Consecrated Virgins living in the World and Hermits. Responsibilities include maintaining information on institute leadership, facilitating data exports for specific inquiries, identifying and guiding technology initiatives, overseeing assigned project data, coordinating data production, and conducting research.

Requirements

Knowledge of the mission and organizational structure of the Catholic Church.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
Two years of experience in data management.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Access, Word, and Excel.
Effective written and oral communication and office etiquette.
Skills in filing, recordkeeping, and assembling reports.
Ability to work independently and responsibly.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual; fluency in English and Spanish is desirable.

Responsibilities

Create and manage a database of Consecrated Women Religious in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.
Maintain and update records for approximately 114 religious institutes, approximately 1,149 individual women religious, more than 800 residences or convents, and ministry locations.
Create a database for diverse forms of consecrated life, including Consecrated Virgins living in the World and Hermits.
Update information about the leadership infrastructure of women’s religious institutes in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.
Facilitate solutions for exporting data in response to specific inquiries, such as sisters’ ministry locations by region.
Identify and recommend technology to support the department.
Provide direction, guidance, and oversight for departmental technology initiatives and projects.
Provide vision for integrating technology into assessment and monitoring of Consecrated Women Religious project progress.
Oversee and manage assigned project or departmental data to ensure it meets predetermined contractual or policy requirements.
Coordinate data production by the assigned department and other data developers.
Conduct research, obtain information, and organize and summarize data.
Research general information and histories or foundations of congregations using the internet.
Review department files for accuracy and completeness and, as needed, request or research departmental archival information.
Handle sensitive or confidential situations with tact and diplomacy and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Perform other duties as assigned.