JOB DESCRIPTION

The Director of Parish Operations supports the Pastor and leads the staff of St. John Fisher Parish by overseeing the parish’s physical, financial, and ministry resources, ensuring that all initiatives and administrative functions operate efficiently. As a committed person of faith who upholds Catholic values and demonstrates responsible stewardship, the Director of Parish Operations fulfills an essential role in helping the parish fulfill its mission.
The Director is responsible for managing parish business affairs, overseeing financial stewardship, and assisting the pastor with ministry leadership. This individual serves as the primary liaison between St. John Fisher Parish and the Office for Parish Service and Support (OPSS) of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, which provides accounting services. This role requires professional expertise in multiple areas—such as organizational leadership, human resources, facilities management, and pastoral ministry—as well as strong business and financial acumen. The Director must have effective independent judgment, organization, and leadership abilities.

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

• Create and maintain personnel files
• Maintain employee job descriptions in collaboration with the Pastor
• Track sick days and paid time off (PTO)
• Collect and report employee timesheets to OPSS weekly
• Administer all employee benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability leave, vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and workers’ compensation
• Assist the Pastor with recruitment, hiring, staff counseling, terminations, and restructuring
• Support implementation of personnel policies as directed by the Pastor and Archdiocese
• Conduct or assist with periodic staff meetings, one-on-one’s, and evaluations
• Research and make recommendations on salary and benefits as needed

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

• Has a minimum of 3 years’ experience in relevant fields
• Is committed to professional development in the diocesan context
• Must be in full compliance with the Diocesan Child and Youth Protection Policy

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide executive leadership and supervision for parish staff, reporting directly to the Pastor
• Manage day-to-day parish operations, leading all business initiatives and supporting the pastor in all ministry initiatives
• Collaborate with OPSS on the tracking, implementation, and management of all parish finances
• Work with the Finance Council and Facilities Manager to develop and execute short- and long-term maintenance plans for parish buildings and property
• Oversee major maintenance projects, capital campaigns, and ongoing initiatives

OTHER DUTIES

• Collaborate with the Facilities Manager to maintain parish property and infrastructure
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with the Pastoral and Finance Councils.
• Meet regularly with the Pastor and participate in Council and Archdiocesan meetings as appropriate