Saint Gerald

Job Openings

Director of Family Formation

Reports to: Director of Evangelization & Discipleship
FLSA Status: Exempt
Type of Employment: Full-Time (30 hours)
Please send cover letter and resume to Sheri Kirk at skirk@stgerald.org.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:
As a member of the Evangelization & Discipleship team, the Director of Family Formation will participate in planning, coordinating, and executing evangelization and discipleship activities, programs, and events, as directed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Employees of the Catholic Church are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. The Director of Family Formation is required to be an active, practicing Roman Catholic, in good standing.

General
  • Manages schedules for Family Formation, Catechists, Confirmation, RCIC, including dates for Sacraments.
  • Establish curriculum for children and parents in accord with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
  • Ensure all adult volunteers are Safe Environment Certified.
  • Must be responsible for the budgets of the programs and all duties at the request of the pastor.
Family Formation
  • Plan, organize, and execute the Family Formation program for K-6 children and parents.
  • Recruit, train, and lead the catechist and volunteer teams ministering to children and parents.
  • Advertise Family Formation and register families.
  • Forms relationships with parents, children, and catechists to accompany them on their faith journey.
  • Facilitate communications with staff, catechists, and families.
  • Creates and oversees ministry to children of the parish (e.g.
  • Children’s Liturgy of the Word, VBS) and to parents (speakers, classes, etc.).
  • Partners with the Evangelization Team for family life/marriage enrichment.
  • Partners with the Youth Ministry Team at St. Columbkille parish for Teen Faith program and recruits St. Gerald parishioners to lead Y-Disciple small groups for teens.
Sacramental Preparation
  • Oversees the sacramental preparations for the children and youth of the parish including Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation retreats.
  • Plans the liturgies for 1st Reconciliation, 1st Holy Communion, and Confirmation, working with the Archbishop, parents, and catechists.
  • Plan and direct RCIC program for parents and children who are behind on their sacraments of 1st Reconciliation, 1st Holy Communion, and Baptism.
  • Choose curriculum for Confirmation and communicate expectations to parents, students, sponsors, and catechists.
Other Activities, Programs, and Events
  • Involves planning, organizing, and executing, as directed.
  • Recruiting others to assist.
  • Works with the marketing and communications director appropriate to the activity.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Possess and able to consistently demonstrate the following personal and professional qualifications:
    • Committed to regular personal prayer time and encouraging and accompanying others in this area.
    • Strong understanding of theology and teachings of the Catholic Church.
    • Must have flexibility in work hours with availability to parishioners.
    • Ability to train and teach others.
    • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field.
  • 2+ years of pastoral ministry experience.
  • A passion for ministering to youth and families and desire to see family ministry as integral to making disciples.

Facilities Manager

Reports to: Business Manager & Pastor
FLSA Status: Exempt
Type of Employment: Full-Time
Please send cover letter and resume to Sheri Kirk at skirk@stgerald.org.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Oversees and manages the church and school buildings and grounds. Assures a safe and welcoming environment is consistent in all St. Gerald facilities. Performs day-to-day maintenance tasks as needed and gives direction to others in regard to assigned tasks. This position manages all volunteers, contractors, vendors and others assigned for parish building work. Provides advice and input in regard to on-going plant and facility maintenance, including architectural, mechanical, electrical, sound, HVAC, plumbing, interior and exterior finishes. Primary contacts with vendors for bids on projects, reviews bids with business manager and pastor, as needed and offers recommendation in regard to selection, based on quality of work, pricing and availability to complete projects on schedule.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Employees of the Catholic Church are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Individuals' public behavior must not violate the faith, morals, or laws of the Church or the Archdiocese of Omaha, such that can embarrass the Church or give rise to scandal. The following areas represent the major functions of the Facilities Manager position:

Leadership/Management
  • Lead and provide direction to volunteers, contractors and vendors, providing effective communication, appropriate direction and expression of gratitude for services and/or work provided.
  • Build relationships with volunteers vendors, crafts and trades personnel to promote on-going support, quality of workmanship and effective pricing and/or donation of services.
  • Prioritize promote and support the goals and objectives of the school to the greater community.
  • Prioritize and manage time effectively. Follow through with commitments in designated timeframes.
  • Motivate and manage volunteers and workers to assure effective use of skills and abilities.
  • Develops on-going preventive maintenance plan, recommends priorities for projects and addresses immediate maintenance needs.
  • Supervises custodial employees on all campuses.
Administration
  • Assure compliance with all building codes and regulations.
  • Maintain appropriate maintenance records and files, including schematics, blue prints, warranties, contracts, etc.
  • Develop and maintain a preventive maintenance schedule for all building and facilities. Work with the business manager to develop the annual budget detail to Finance Committee.
  • Secure bids for projects, equipment or other facility needs.
  • Attend meetings that are deemed necessary. Meet with the Pastor and/or Business Manager as needed to review and coordinate facility maintenance needs.
  • Work with Safety Committee on all aspects of the electronic security system and all other safety policies.
Facilities/Maintenance
  • Regular inspection of facilities to assure on-going maintenance needs, proper functioning of systems and a safe, clean environment is maintained.
  • Ensure daily maintenance of facilities, including inventorying, tracking and ordering supplies as needed.
  • Assure appropriate action is taken if any unsafe situation is reported or observed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Possess and able to consistently demonstrate the following personal and professional Possess and able to consistently demonstrate the following personal and professional qualifications:
  • Project management skills to plan and direct volunteers/contractors/vendors to meet timelines and schedules.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and trust.
  • Demonstrated ability of overseeing/managing commercial facilities.
  • Strong working knowledge of all aspects of facility management, i.e. HVAC, Mechanical Systems, Plumbing, Electrical Systems, Sound Systems.
  • Oral and written communication skills to effectively provide information to internal and external customers/vendors/consultants/contractors.
  • General understanding of bidding process and ability to assess bids and/or involve volunteers with skills in specialized areas to assist.
  • Flexibility and ability to accept and lead through change.
  • Self-motivation and a sense of urgency.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • 5-10 years of management experience to gain skills in directing, overseeing, motivating, managing and leading people and projects.
  • 5 or more years of experience managing a commercial property to gain general understanding for oversight in facilities management disciplines.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so qualified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.