Coordinator of Catechesis at Benedictine

Atchison, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Liturgical coordination, Student mentorship, Curriculum development, Event management, Public speaking, Team leadership, Evangelization, Administrative support, Problem solving, Communication, Team building, Sacristan training, Religious education, Strategic planning, Relationship building

Industry

Description

Description Department: Ministry Job Status: Full-time FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: Director of College Ministry Grade/Level: B.A. 4 year degree Amount of Travel Required: Variable Work Schedule: 40 hours/week, weeknights/weekends Positions Supervised: Ministry Student Leaders ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assist Chaplain with the Coordination of Chapel Team Assist the Chaplain in excellent execution of all Liturgies on campus. Be in attendance at all Student Masses to coach student leaders. Train all students on the Chapel Team to be the Lead Sacristan at all Masses. Train student leaders to lead their peers in liturgical roles including EMHC, lector, usher, server, and sacristan. Coordinate the logistics of major liturgical events on campus such as signature event Masses, processions, and consecrations in collaboration with the Chaplain. Responsible for administrative work, events management details, and meeting with the student leadership team. Lead OCIA Team and Program Oversee and execute the OCIA program and curriculum Develop the curriculum and have it approved by the Chaplain and Director. Teach in accord with our current practices on campus. Lead the OCIA Student Team Train students to give talks, lead small groups, and mentor candidates. Lead Ministry leaders to engage volunteers in the OCIA program. Collaborate with the Evangelization Team, FOCUS and SPO, and Athletic Coaches to reach out to and invite non-Catholic students to attend OCIA. Lead the Love and Responsibility Team (L&R Team) Continue the development for the L&R curriculum to: Give an attractive account of the Gospel to students struggling with sexual identity, gender identity, and similar disorders Uphold the teaching of the Roman Catholic Church while charitably ministering to these students. To teach and train all Benedictine College Students to evangelize effectively to others who struggle with sexual identity confusion Collaborate between all the different offices and support groups on campus to have an understanding of the resources available to students and ensure all groups are in line with our practices and procedures. Coordinate speakers and events to encourage healthy dating relationships and chastity for all students. Requirements POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s) Communication, Oral – Excellent oral communication skills in large group settings and one on one. Energetic – Ability to sustain irregular hours working with college students. Must be able to seek out and engage students. Leadership – Ability to mentor students through relationships - with the ability to affirm men and women in their identity and vocation in the world; to identify strengths and weaknesses in students and foster their personal development; and to lead others using a Christian-servant style of leadership Organization and Planning – Ability to structure multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and keep inventory. Ability to plan, staff, direct, and control work tasks and events. Problem Solving – Ability to think through strategic issues and develop innovative solutions to problems. Team Building – Ability to build and maintain team cohesion and goal accomplishment. Must have an interest in building a dynamic campus community. Education B.A, preferably in Theology, Evangelization, Youth Ministry, or related field. Experience Applicants for this position preferably have a minimum of two years of higher education experience in teaching, college ministry, youth ministry, or related field. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Abilities Stand F Walk F Sit F Handling / Fingering F Reach Outward O Reach Above Shoulder O Climb O Crawl O Squat or Kneel O Bend O Push / Pull 12 lbs or less F 13-25 lbs F 26-40 lbs F 41-100 lbs O Lift /Carry 10 lbs or less C 11-20 lbs C 21-50 lbs C 51-100 lbs O Over 100 lbs O N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation. O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) EOE

Responsibilities

The Coordinator of Catechesis assists the Chaplain in executing campus liturgies and managing the Chapel Team. They also oversee the OCIA program and the Love and Responsibility curriculum to support student spiritual and personal development.