Director of Operations at St Francis Xavier Catholic Church Kansas City

Kansas City, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Staff Supervision, Payroll Management, Human Resources, Vendor Contract Management, Bidding Process, Outreach Coordination, Workflow Analysis, Process Improvement, Communication, Organizational Skills, Independent Work, Teamwork, Discretion, Compliance

Industry

Description

Description The Director of Operations will work closely with the pastor and staff across three Kansas City, Missouri parishes—St. Therese Little Flower, St. Francis Xavier, and St. James–Midtown—to implement the pastor’s vision and strategic priorities. The Director will oversee parish operations, finances, facilities and staff while advancing outreach efforts that serve the poor and strengthen the parishes’ presence in the community. This is a full time position based upon 40 hours per week. Essential Duties · Evaluate staff workflows and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity. · Prepare and submit regular financial reports (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annually) to the pastor, relevant staff, and finance committees—including the annual certification letter to the Bishop. · Ensure timely and accurate financial data entry in required diocesan systems. · Oversee preparation and submission of annual 1099 forms. · Ensure contribution statements are distributed to donors in compliance with federal tax regulations. · Assist the pastor with recruitment, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and terminations. · Manage payroll, employee benefits, and human resources functions for both staff and pastor. · Act as liaison between the parishes and diocesan offices, ensuring effective communication and coordination of key activities. · Oversee office administration and manage the upkeep of parish buildings and grounds. · Manage vendor contracts and lead the bidding process for services and projects. · Lead and coordinate parish outreach initiative serving the community. · Develop systems to assess community needs and measure impact. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities · Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to convey information clearly and professionally. · Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling sensitive matters. · Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. · Proven ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks from start to finish. · Collaborative team player with the ability to build respectful and constructive working relationships. · Skilled in analyzing workflows and implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. Qualifications · Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required. · Minimum of 5 years leadership experience in operations, nonprofit management or parish administration. · Demonstrated experience in financial oversight and staff supervision. · Prior experience working in parish operations or ministry strongly preferred. · Familiarity with Catholic Church structure and the spiritual mission of parish ministry is a plus. St. Therese Little Flower, St. Francis Xavier and St. James Catholic Churches offer a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, retirement plans including a 403b plan and a defined benefit pension plan. Paid time off includes generous Vacation and Sick leaves, plus paid Holidays. Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person training prior to hire.

Responsibilities

The Director of Operations will implement the pastor’s vision across three parishes by overseeing operations, finances, facilities, and staff, while advancing community outreach efforts serving the poor. Essential duties include managing financial reporting, human resources functions, office administration, and leading vendor management and community initiatives.