Pastoral Associate - Salary

To assist the pastor, in collaboration with the parish staff and leadership, in carrying out the pastoral ministry of the parishes to ensure the mission of the parish is carried out and that the parish meets its pastoral obligations in every area of parish ministry and administration.  

• Collaborates with the Pastor and parish staff in implementing the mission of the parishes. This is accomplished by participating in the comprehensive planning, implementation, and evaluation of the parish’s programs, goals, and objectives, with specific focus on pastoral ministry
• Assists the pastor in the daily operation of the parishes. This involves collaboration with the pastor and regional staff in the overall pastoral care of the parishes. This may include the direct coordination of one or more specific ministries, e.g., sacramental planning, educational formation, pastoral ministry. Attends and participates in regional, Archdiocesan, and national professional meetings and organizations as approved and as appropriate.
• Assists the Director of Pastoral Ministries in the areas of Liturgy, Faith Formation. Sacramental Preparations, Multicultural Ministries, Evangelization
• Assists the Director of Operations in the areas of Administration, Accounting, HR, Facilities, School Liaison
• Lead the parish family in implementation of Partners in the Gospel 
• Special Projects

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Primary:

• Willingness and ability to support the mission of the Church by extending the ministry of the archbishop. • Ability and desire to use God-given gifts and talents in service of the local Church in support of the collaboration between lay and ordained ministers. • Active member of a parish/faith community and in good standing with the Church. • Strong desire to assist with the growth of the Church.

Experience:

• Seven years’ experience in parish ministry and Church management is a plus. • Ability to facilitate meetings, primarily among parishioners, councils, commissions and general public. • Possess emotional intelligence skills and ability to build trust with the pastor and leadership team members and parishioners. • Demonstrate understanding, respect and support of the Catholic Church teaching, mission and values. • Experience with leadership, interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. • Possesses strong initiative and a strong desire to achieve results. • Experience and competence in standard management software tools (Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks). • Experience with Human Resources activities. • Experience with working in a team leadership environment. • Experience or familiarity with continuous process improvement. • Can be entrusted with highly confidential information.

Other Elements:

• Desire to grow in personal faith life and enthusiasm for sharing the joy of the Gospel. • Curiosity to learn and understand the many works of the Church in Western Washington and desire to apply professional skills to support further effectiveness of those efforts. • Flexibility and emotional intelligence in working with small and large groups of different stakeholders in consensus decision-making scenarios. • Strong working knowledge of, or strong willingness to learn, Catholic parish structures and organizations. • Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of people, including multicultural communities. • Willing and able to work some evenings and weekends. • Must possess vehicle, valid Washington driver’s license and insurance to travel throughout the Archdiocese of Seattle

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.

Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.