May 5, 2008

• For Pastoral Associate Openings
  
• For DRE Openings and Youth Ministry Openings
  
• For Business Manager Openings
  
• For Campus Ministry and Young Adult Ministry Openings
  
• For Music Ministry Openings
  
• For Archdiocesan Pastoral Center and Agency Openings
  
• For Social Services Openings
  
• For School Openings
  
  Elementary
  Secondary
  
  
• For All Other Openings
  

PASTORAL ASSOCIATE and P.A. RELATED Opening

DRE, Other Catechetical and Youth Ministry Openings

• [Applicants for DRE positions must register with the Office for Catechesis at 312/243-3700.]
• The Archdiocese of Chicago through the TIGS (Together in God's Service) Lay Formation Program offers financial assistance, based on need, to individuals who hope to minister within the Archdiocese as Pastoral Associates or Directors of Religious Education. This assistance is offered in the form of scholarships that cover one-third the cost of each course taken, with an additional one-third waived by the theological school, and the student assumes the remaining one-third of the cost. Applications for assistance are normally processed from April through July of each calendar year. For more information, call Graziano Marcheschi, Director, Together in God's Service, at (847) 837-4550.
• For an updated list of Catechetical openings, please visit the website of the Office for Catechesis at www.catechesis-chicago.org/Openings/CurrentOpenings.htm
  
  

  For an updated list of Catechetical openings, please visit the website of the Office for Catechesis atwww.catechesis-chicago.org/Openings/CurrentOpenings.htm
  For more information on Catechetical openings, please contact Alexander Wroblicky at the Office for Catechesis, (312) 243-3700.
  

ST. CLEMENT PARISH , Chicago, IL
St. Clement Parish in Chicago is seeking a Director of Children and Family Catechesis.

The Director of Children and Family Catechesis is a full time staff position with responsibility for the formation of children and their families. This role includes directing the Parish’s Sunday morning catechesis program, while focusing on family participation in the child’s education as part of adult enrichment. The Director also works closely with the parish’s school faculty and staff as a resource for curriculum and liturgies and in coordinating the unified sacramental preparation programs. The Director is responsible for Children’s Liturgy of the Word and for the ongoing development of a youth ministry program. The Director also coordinates the work of the Ministers of Care and the small group faith-sharing program. Other responsibilities that present themselves as a parochial need and as being a member of the parish staff can be expected.

St. Clement is a vibrant urban parish. While being over 100 years old, it would have to be described as a ‘young’ parish. St. Clement is known for ministry to a wide variety of populations, the fastest growing being young families.

A Masters Degree in Religious Education or Theology and a desire to work in a collaborative style is essential.

Job description is available on request.
Interested parties may contact –
Rev. Kenneth Simpson, Pastor
(kcsimpson@stclementchurch.org)

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC CHURCH , Glenview, Illinois
OLPH parish is a large, active suburban parish of approximately 4000 families located in Glenview, IL outside of Chicago. The parish is seeking to hire a full time Associate Director of Children and Family Catechesis with responsibility for the religious education efforts to its children and families with a focus on family participation in their child’s education.
The Associate Director of Children and Family Catechesis :
Administers Religious Education Program :

• Recruits, trains and forms catechists
• Convenes parish Religious Education Board

Coordinates Parent Involvement :

• Develops and administers Parent Sacramental Programs

(First Communion, First Reconciliation, Confirmation)

• Convenes Parent Board
• Recruits, trains and forms parents/parishioners to prepare Family Liturgies
• Recruits, trains and forms parents/parishioners to prepare Children’s Liturgy of the Word

Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Religious Education or equivalent or in the process of completing degree
• Teaching Experience
• Familiarity with current textbooks and programs
• Passion and conviction about family-centered Religious Education
• Background in Theology and Liturgy
• Excellent organizational skills
• Flexibility
• Ability to work well with a variety of liturgical expressions and personalities

Contact: Send cover letter, resume and references to: Rev. Thomas Hickey
1775 Grove Street, Glenview, IL 60025
teh@olphchurch-il.org

BUSINESS MANAGER and other related Openings

OLD ST. MARY’S , 1500 S. Michigan Avenue
Old St. Mary’s is the oldest parish in the Archdiocese. We are celebrating our 175 th Anniversary this year. But our present beautiful, modern church opened in 2002. Our parish and school are rapidly growing in the exciting and developing South Loop.

Our Business Manager, Kathy Samp, will be retiring effective July 1, 2008

We are now seeking a person to fill her position as Business Manager. The Business Manager assists the pastor with stewardship of the financial, physical plant, and personnel resources of the parish in accordance with Archdiocesan policies.

The Business Manager should be a person of faith committed to Gospel values. The individual should have general knowledge of business law, in depth knowledge of the principles of accounting, and is skilled in use of Quick Books accounting software. The candidate should be knowledgeable and/or ready to learn payroll processing and personnel policies, procedures, selection, benefits, federal and state laws. The candidate must be computer literate in an office suite (word processing, spreadsheet, and database).

Interested candidates should mail or email their resume to:
Fr. Michael Kallock, CSP
Old St. Mary’s
1500 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605
kallock@oldstmarys.com

ST. LUKE PARISH , River Forest, IL
St. Luke Parish in River Forest is seeking a leader as our Development and Stewardship Director. Our vibrant parish needs an individual to build on our success within the Parish School Development program, someone with proven capabilities to expand it to a parish wide program. Our vision is to increase participation within our 1,500 household parish, while securing its financial position for years to come.

This position will manage the Parish School’s fundraising events while working with dedicated parents, as well as foster the relationships we have with our alumni and continue to develop our parish endowment, with particular interests in infusing new ideas into our Stewardship programs.

We are looking for a great team player, who enjoys producing measurable results.

Candidate must be a practicing Catholic whose life models the faith and teachings of the Church. This is a full-time position with Archdiocesan benefits. The Director is a member of the parish staff and will report directly to the Pastor. Salary and benefits based on education and experience, according to the Archdiocesan scale. B.A. degree and 3-5 years of experience in a similar role are preferred.
Interested candidates should send their resume to:
frken@earthlink.net
Fr. Ken Fischer
St. Luke Church
528 Lathrop Ave.
River Forest, Il 60305

CAMPUS MINISTRY and YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY Openings

MUSIC MINISTRY Openings

For an updated list of Music Ministry openings, please visit the website of The Office for Divine Worship at www.odw.org [click on Employment].

PASTORAL CENTER AND OTHER ARCHDIOCESAN AGENCY/OFFICE
Openings

CONTROLLER’S OPERATIONS , Chicago, IL
Open Position: Accounts Payable Clerk
Requirements: High School graduate; one (1) to three (3) years of accounts payable experience; general computer aptitude; ability to work overtime as needed. To apply, please fax your resumeto (312) 751-5345 or call (312) 751-8369 for more information.

OFFICE FOR THE PROTECTION OF CHILDREN, Chicago, IL
Open Position: Secretary
Requirements: High School graduate, some college preferred; knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and Access; bi-lingual in English and Spanish preferred; two (2) to three (3) years previous high level secretarial experience; ability to maintain confidentiality. To apply, please fax your resumeto (312) 751-5345 or call (312) 751-8369 for more information.

CALVERT HOUSE, 5735 S. University Ave., Chicago, IL
Open Position: Campus Minister
Requirements: BA/BS Degree preferably in Religious Studies or Business; working knowledge of Microsoft Office; previous experience in campus ministry, especially in recruiting students or training student leaders; ability to maintain a flexible working schedule. To apply, please fax your resumeto (773) 288-1124 or call (773) 288-2311 for more information.

FAMILY MINISTRIES , Chicago, IL
Open Position: Secretary/Ministry Assistant
Requirements: Bi-lingual in English/Spanish; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint; ability to develop and design print materials; excellent verbal and writing skills; minimum two (2) years office experience. To apply, please fax your resumeto (312) 751-5345 or call (312) 751-8369 for more information.

PARISH OPERATIONS, POSC Office, Archdiocese of Chicago, 1400 S. Austin, Chicago, IL
Open Position: POSC Accounting Assistant (Part-time, 10-12 hours a week)
Requirements: working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel; must have completed two or more accounting college classes; have access to a vehicle for travel between POSC offices and parish locations. To apply, please fax your resumeto (708) 222-9129 or call (708) 329-4045 for more information.

OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, Chicago, IL
Open Position: TECHNICAL SUPPORT AIDE
Requirements: Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 100 lbs.; aptitude for computers with some prior computer hardware or programming classes. To apply, please fax your resumeto (312) 751-3888 or call (312) 751-5249 for more information.

New World Publications
Position: News Editor – Katolik (part time)
Requirements: Prefer Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or Communications. Certified ATA translator English/Polish. Three plus years writing and editing materials in Polish required. Basic writing and editing skills, knowledge of computer word processing programs required. Basic understanding of the Catholic Church required.
Human Resources
155 East Superior St., Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 312-751-8369 fax: 312-751-5345

Openings for SOCIAL WORKERS and GENERAL SOCIAL SERVICES
Please visit the website of Catholic Charities at www.catholiccharities.net , [click on Employment]

Openings in CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
Please call the Office of Catholic Schools at 312-751-5200 and ask for Teacher Personnel or log onto http://school.archchicago.org/HSchPosSearch.aspx for positions in the Archdiocese of Chicago.

ALL OTHER Openings

Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth , Des Plaines, IL
The congregation, with national offices near O’Hare Airport, has an opening for a full-time

Administrative Assistant/Project Coordinator supporting the national directors of Development and Communications.

Job responsibilities: To provide administrative/project support for the Development and Communications offices, which work in concert to advance the mission and ministry of the Congregation. The coordinator extends hospitality to office guests/vendors and, resolves and/or refers administrative problems and inquiries to the appropriate source, while exhibiting professional business etiquette in all matters.

Primary duties:

• Understands and promotes the mission and ministry of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth.
• Puts into effect the goals and objectives for the Development and Communications offices.
• Treats with confidence all matters that come to her/his attention in the process of carrying out the job

For the Development Office: (25-30 hours per week)

• Answers telephone and transfers calls.
• Sorts and distributes mail.
• Assists Database Manager with data input and donor correspondence
• Assists with preparations for meetings and events.
• Organizes and maintains development supplies.
• Assists the Director of Development as needed

For the Communications Office: (10 – 15 hours per week)

• Manages project tracking system.
• Tracks stories and photos for the quarterly newsletter.
• Assists with mailings (monthly, specialty and the like).
• Assists with weekly posting to the web site.
• Assists with special projects, such internal and external publicity for sisters marking Jubilee years, creation of a video archive, planning communications & events for the 125 th anniversary of the congregation in the U.S. (2010), etc.

The ideal candidate should have the following skills:

Typing, computer knowledge (Word Processing, Database, Spreadsheet – a general working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Desktop Publishing), Telephone/Receptionist and Correspondence. Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge and/or Adobe InDesign and Adobe Dreamweaver a plus.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma (minimum) and will be familiar with the Catholic Church. He or she should be flexible, be able to multi-task, have previous office experience – and a sense of humor.

Competitive salary & benefits package. Position available immediately.

Please submit resumes to:
Judith Horak
Nat’l. Communications Director
Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth
310 N. River Road
Des Plaines, IL 60016

Or e-mail cover letter with resume to jhorak@nazarethcsfn.org

Materials received by Friday, May 16, will be given priority treatment.

CHARIS MINISTRIES , Chicago, IL
Charis Ministries is an apostolate of the Chicago Province of Jesuits, providing retreats and other spiritual programs for men and women in their 20s and 30s. Charis Ministries is seeking a part-time Business Manager. In this part-time position (20-25 hrs/week), the Business Manager provides leadership and implementation of the finance, accounting, operational and HR aspects of the ministry. S/he executes the day-to-day bookkeeping, financial reporting and budget evaluation. S/he also is responsible for the administrative needs for personnel, equipment and services. The Business Manager is under the supervision of the Executive Director. S/he interacts extensively with the staff and members of the Finance Committee of the Board.

Responsibilities include - Finance & Accounting functions such as providing reports, developing budgets, evaluating cost effectiveness of marketing activities, helping assess fit with Mission/Ignatian measures as established by the Strategic Plan, etc.; Human Resources functions such as assisting with personnel hiring, salary & benefits administration, coordinating performance reviews, etc.; and Operations functions such as project management, coordinating purchasing-maintenance-and repair of office equipment, and coordinating computer back-up, maintenance and support.

The successful candidate will have at least 3-5 years of office management experience, preferably with a small not-for-profit or other church organization, with exposure to HR responsibilities. S/he must have strong communications and computer skills, be self-directed, have strong problem solving skills and be detail oriented. Must be proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Prefer someone with a finance/accounting background and at least an Associates Degree. Experience with Peachtree Accounting system is highly desired. We are looking for a Business Manager who has dedication to a small team environment and has a strong interest in our ministry to those in their 20s and 30s.

Charis Ministries will offer competitive compensation for the most qualified candidate for this permanent, part-time position. Start date is May 15, 2008, but will remain open until the position is filled. E-mail cover letter and resume to charis@charisministries.org, to the attention of Ms. Jenéne M. Francis, Managing Director

STAUROS U.S.A., Chicago, IL
Stauros U.S.A., a Chicago-based ecumenical non-profit organization that serves those who suffer and those who care for the suffering, seeks a creative and pastoral Executive Director to guide and expand the organization. Currently, projects include: 1) a quarterly journal entitled “Suffering”; 2) a Bible study trip to the Holy Land for persons with disabilities and caregivers; 3) periodic symposia/conferences on aspects of suffering; 4) a monthly e-reflection; 5) a prayer registry.

The ideal candidate for this halftime position has a background in theology/pastoral ministry and identifies with the issues of the suffering. S/he is capable in administration, fundraising and marketing, can function as the public representative for the organization, and can collaborate with the Board of Directors, the constituency and contributors. More information on Staurus is available at www.stauros.org
Send applications and resumes to:
Alan Melkerson
680 Rockefeller Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045
FAX: 707-516-2984
E-mail: amelkerson@aol.com

THE UNIVERSITY OF SAINT MARY OF THE LAKE / MUNDELEIN SEMINARY , Mundelein, IL
The University of Saint Mary of the Lake / Mundelein Seminary is seeking a faculty member in Field Education and Pastoral Life, who will also be an Associate Dean of Formation. As associate dean, the person will be a member of the Formation Team of Mundelein Seminary, working as a formation advisor with a number of graduate seminarians in their human and pastoral formation. The person also will place, have oversight of, and evaluate students in Clinical Pastoral Education and certain other field education programs. As a member of the Pastoral Life Department, he or she will teach Pastoral Care and Counseling and an elective in the Department of Pastoral Life.

Applicants should be Catholic Christians in good standing with the Church; committed to theological education; hold at least a Master’s degree in psychology, pastoral care/counseling or related fields; possess a Catholic understanding of the relationship between psychology and spiritual and human formation. Religious are especially encouraged to apply.
Send resume to Dorothy Riley, Field Education Search, University of Saint Mary of the Lake / Mundelein Seminary, 1000 E. Maple Ave, Mundelein IL 60060 E-mail: driley@usml.edu

CATHOLIC THEOLOGICAL UNION , Chicago, IL
Catholic Theological Union (www.ctu.edu) Is a fully accredited Roman Catholic graduate school of theology and ministry located in the university community of Hyde Park in Chicago. With a student body of 500 and 85 employees, CTU is the largest Catholic school of theology in the United States. Owned by a corporation of twenty-five religious communities, its diverse and international student body includes candidates for priesthood as well as lay men and women preparing for ministry in the church and for related service to the wider community, and it offers a variety of academic and pastoral programs at the masters and doctoral level. CTU currently has two open positions:

POSITION # 1: CTU HELPDESK COORDINATOR
The Helpdesk Coordinator will supervise the IT Help Desk. The Coordinator manages the day-to-day activities at the Helpdesk, ensuring the efficient and effective function of the IT Department by performing a wide variety of assignments and responsibilities. Candidates should hold a Bachelors Degree and have a minimum of 2-3 years experience in a supervisory/leadership role.
Essential Functions: manage the Help Desk as the first level of support for faculty, staff and students from Monday through Friday during CTU office hours, with a regularly scheduled lunch break (occasionally, additional hours may be required); research various problems to provide appropriate responses to end users or departmental staff; be able to do basic troubleshooting and assist users through simple procedures; produce and organize printed and electronic publications; help Faculty with editing their website pages for periodic changes and updates; provide support for computer labs and library computers; train Help Desk assistants to provide guidance and technical assistance; offer training to new employees, staff and faculty in office productivity applications through specific training and generalized technology workshops; must be capable of walking to various buildings and ascending and descending stairs; load printers with paper and other forms; must be capable of lifting and carrying 30 lbs.; provide basic support for hardware, peripherals, and network access; provide basic support for office productivity applications such as Microsoft Windows, Word, e-mail, and other software; and do other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor
Interested candidates should email their resumes and salary requirements to ksledge@ctu.edu

POSITION #2 :ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT FOR CTU RECRUITMENT & ADMISSIONS
This position serves as multi-dimensioned support to the Director in the department of Recruitment and Admissions at Catholic Theological Union. Administrative support includes standard clerical tasks, including the facile use of the computer, and details of office management. In addition, working as a departmental team is critical to the CTU community of learners.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Admissions and Recruitment - Provide support to Admissions Director (as needed)
Financial Aid - Assist with the processing of student loans; maintain financial aid and student loan files; participate as a member of the Scholarship Committee, updating the database with Committee decisions and generating financial aid letters to students; u pdate National Student Loan Data System
QUALIFICATIONS: The Assistant in the Recruitment & Admissions Office must hold a Bachelors Degree. The candidate must possess strong interpersonal, communication and decision-making skills with the ability to relate positively and appropriately to prospective & continuing students and faculty advisors. In addition, the applicant must have the ability to sort, organize, coordinate and manage all details of work with a high level of efficiency and accuracy. Flexibility and adaptability in managing a variety of tasks in a busy setting is important. The applicant must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and/or WordPerfect, Excel) and an Access 2000 database or the ability to learn a new database quickly. Punctuality and dependability required. Previous experience in recruitment and admissions or a background in theology would be helpful. The candidate must be at home in the environment of a Catholic institution; and be able to work in a collegial manner in achieving the mission of the school.
Please e-mail cover and resume to admissions@ctu.edu

OPENINGS in Other Dioceses

ST. NORBERT COLLEGE , De Pere, WI
St. Norbert College has an opening for a full-time Campus Minister. This position is responsible for coordinating monthly campus ministry events, collaborating on department and division-wide offerings, serving as the department liaison to diocesan campus ministry association, and supervising student interns. In collaboration with the student interns, the Campus Minister will: coordinate retreat experiences, faith-sharing groups, and educational programs (including those meant to enhance inter-religious appreciation); develop new initiatives to reach students from diverse religious backgrounds; and coordinate community-building events.

The preferred candidate will have 3 years experience in professional ministry (ministerial experience in higher education setting preferred), possess a bachelor’s degree in theology or religious studies (master’s degree in theology or ministry preferred), and have the ability to relate and communicate with college students. Experience in serving students from diverse religious contexts is a plus.

St. Norbert College is a Catholic, liberal arts college embracing the Norbertine tradition. We are committed to providing an educational environment that is intellectually, spiritually, and personally challenging. Please visit the website at http://www.snc.edu/mission for information regarding the College mission and the Campus Ministry department's relation to it.

SNC offers an outstanding benefits package including health and life insurance, retirement plan and tuition waiver. For an employment application, please go to: http://www.snc.edu/hr/positions/. Click on the link for this position and an employment application will appear on the bottom of the page. You may also request an application by calling (920) 403-3555. EOE.

Applications received by May 2, 2008 are ensured of receiving full consideration. Please submit a cover letter, resume and application to:
Staffing Specialist
St. Norbert College
100 Grant Street
De Pere, WI 54115

PORTIUNCULA CENTER FOR PRAYER , Frankfort, IL
An Association of Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart is seeking an Administrator of the Portiuncula Center for Prayer in Frankfort, Illinois.

Reporting to the President of An Association of Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart, this position is responsible for overseeing the personnel and administering the operations of the retreat center including properties, programs and finances; also responsible for managing all aspects of the retreat center’s operations in accord with the mission and philosophy as approved by An Association of Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart.

Bachelor’s degree with three years of administrative experience required. Candidate must possess strong organizational, management and computer skills. Candidate will need necessary understanding of finances to develop the annual budget and rates as well as the ability to work in a collaborative manner with staff and other campus personnel. Candidate must be able to present a positive and professional image of the retreat center.

A partnership with the Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart means a competitive wage rate in a great work environment.
Interested individuals should apply online at:
www.Provena.org/Careers
EOE