What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Coordinator, part time, Saint Jude Parish, Sacred Heart Church, Shadyside position at Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh?
January 15, 2025
Saint Jude Parish, Sacred Heart Church, 310 Shady Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Communications Coordinator, non-exempt position. 18 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.
Hours and days to be determined in conjunction with Pastor and Bulletin printing schedule.
Reports to: Business Manager
Minimum Qualifications:
EDUCATION: High school degree or its equivalent (preference may be given to applicants with any secretarial/business-related, post-secondary training or certification(s). College graduates may also apply.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two (2) years of job-specific experience
SUMMARY OF JOB: Serves as primary contact person for the administrator, staff, and parishioners for all matters pertaining to the dissemination of parish information via print, audio / visual, and internet modes. May be required to create special correspondences, programs, worship aids, letters to parishioners, etc. under specific direction of the Pastor.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
POSITIONS REQUIREMENTS:
Communications Coordinator, non-exempt position. 18 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.
Hours and days to be determined in conjunction with Pastor and Bulletin printing schedule.
Reports to: Business Manager
Minimum Qualifications:
EDUCATION: High school degree or its equivalent (preference may be given to applicants with any secretarial/business-related, post-secondary training or certification(s). College graduates may also apply.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two (2) years of job-specific experience
SUMMARY OF JOB: Serves as primary contact person for the administrator, staff, and parishioners for all matters pertaining to the dissemination of parish information via print, audio / visual, and internet modes. May be required to create special correspondences, programs, worship aids, letters to parishioners, etc. under specific direction of the Pastor.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Possess strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Proficiency with software including but not limited to: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Publisher), social media platforms, and content design tools (Canva).
- Ability to operate office equipment including desktop computer, copier, facsimile machine, scanner, and telephone
- Coordinator and editor of weekly bulletin, includes print and on-line versions
- Responsible for weekly email communication to parishioners via Flock Note
- Maintains parish website including content, format, presentation, etc.
- Responsible for all parish social media platforms including but not limited to: Facebook and Instagram
- Prepares and disseminates priests’ mass schedule
- Maintains phone system outgoing messaging
- Administers BRIVO door access system
- Additional duties as assigned by the business manager or pastor
POSITIONS REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be a Citizen of the United States or properly documented to work in the United States
- Must be completely compliant with all requirements of the Diocesan Safe Environment for Children Policy
- Must have a bank account which allows for the direct deposit of bi-monthly pay
