What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Engagement Coordinator position at Catholic Diocese Of Fort Worth?

Job Description

Position : Coordinator Community Engagement

Date Revised : February 7, 2025

Reports to : Director Finance and Stewardship

Location : St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church

5201 Cross Timbers Road

Flower Mound, TX 75022

www.fwdioc.org

The principal duty of all employees is to assist in the mission of the Church in the Diocese of Fort Worth. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

General Position Summary :

The Coordinator Community Engagement is accountable for the development, coordination, and support of St. Philip community service activities, missions, and community engagement activities. Responsible for recruiting, developing and managing volunteers, as well as maintaining relationships with community partners to ensure successful initiatives. Accountable for the efficient and effective communication of activities through multiple channels.

Principal Accountabilities :

Coordinate ongoing parish-wide service projects, such as monthly lunch program, Mission Day and Neighbor Days.
Focal point for annual Giving Tree Program ensuring the coordination of volunteer activity working with Catholic Charities, St. Vincent de Paul, other area charities and parishioners in need.
Provide ongoing monitoring of partnerships with community organizations to ensure consistency with Catholic teachings. Strategically plan one-time service events with community partners.
Accountable for proper communication of activity through weekly bulletin, social media and parish website.
Act as liaison with parish service ministries, including, but not limited to St. Vincent de Paul, Haitian Pilgrims, Christ Child Society, and Women of St. Philip.
Responsible for maintaining a consistent and predictable office presence and availability for walk-in and appointment visits.
Foster mutually responsive relationships with parish staff and the parish community. Assist with parish events such as Meet & Greet, Parish Festival, periodic weekend Mass hospitality, St. Philip Day celebration, etc.
Learns from mistakes, demonstrates good judgement, and chooses effective leadership styles which foster comradery, respect, accountability, discipline, discipleship, healthy conflict management, and a can-do spirit in accordance with the Catholic faith.
Responsible for all other projects, tasks, etc., as assigned.

Record Retention Responsibilities :

Manages the proper storage and disposal of confidential information and personally identifiable information (PII) in accordance with policy and law.

Securely maintains a current work process binder for each major area of responsibility.

Typical Decisions and / or Recommendations Made in This Position :

Minimal decisions and / or recommendations.

Volunteer selection, development, and direction.

Community Engagement strategy recommendations

Supervision Given and / or Received :

Moderate supervision given and or received.

Supervise numerous volunteers & volunteer activity

Receive guidance from Director Development and Stewardship

Internal Contacts :

Pastors, Priests, and employees.

External Contacts :

Parishioners, diocese vendors, local, state, and federal agency representatives, and auditors.

Working Conditions and / or Physical Requirements :

This position works in a typical office environment but is subject to stress due to the evolving and quickly expanding needs of Parish, tight deadlines and moderate workloads.

Ability to sit and perform computer work for lengthy periods of time.

Ability to accept work interruptions while remaining focused on duties.

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds without assistance and up to 60 pounds with assistance.

Travel Requirements :

Infrequent travel, by car, may be required associated with community engagement events.

Education and Experience Preferred :

Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Catholic Church.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and / or equivalent in experience required.

Previous personnel, volunteer management experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills Preferred :

Demonstrated ability to listen empathetically, make peace, and de-escalate

Demonstrated history of good judgement.

Demonstrated aptitude for adaptability and flexibility.

Ability to use various computer software programs; strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, especially in Word and Excel.

Ability to use various office machines (copier, phones, scanner, etc.) or ability to learn.

Ability to meet deadlines and follow directives from Pastor or supervisor in a timely manner.

Ability to receive, understand, retain, and complete verbal and written tasks.

Ability to work independently as well as in teams.

Ability to provide excellent customer service and work efficiently with staff, clergy, and laity.

Ability to work well with people from a diverse variety of audiences.

Excellent organization, prioritization, and communication skills.

Proficient in conversing, reading and writing in English; Spanish a plus.

Skill in public speaking

Skill in strategic planning

Skill in writing and editing various documents

Ability to always maintain strict confidentiality

Ability to effectively lead and coordinate the work activities of volunteers

Bilingual Spanish / English a plus

FLSA Designation : Non-Exempt, Part-time 20 hours per week. Onsite.

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