Diocesan Positions

Last updated:  03/06/2020

If you have any questions regarding this information, please contact  Jeanne Lausten, Chancery Office, (765) 269-4604 or jlausten@dol-in.org.  The postings below are all positions available in the diocese and listed in order of posting, the newest first.
 

Transition Team Coordinator
 
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Transition Team Coordinator.  Ideal candidate will be responsible for the successful transition and implementation of the Uniting in Heart 2030 Pastoral Plan into the pastorate structure.  This role will provide guidance and assist in the transitional  activities associated with implementing the Uniting in Heart plan.
 
Some of the essential duties of this role include:
 
*The ability to understand, live out and advocate for the Bishop’s Uniting in Heart 2030 Pastoral Plan based on the 3 Pillars of Mission, Community and     Witness.
*Help each parish transition team prepare a summary report for incoming pastors.
*Participate in all leadership and formational activities  so as to live the same habits, practices and standards that we are asking of the pastorates.
*Provide assistance to pastors as they build their pastorate leadership teams and form their finance and pastoral councils.
*Act as a designated resource and liaison to an assigned group of pastorates to help them as they navigate the process.  Must be able to build a strong  trustworthy relationship with assigned pastorates.
*Ability to travel throughout the pastorates
*Serve as a source of stability and confidence that pastors and leadership teams may rely upon through a time of change.
*Ability to help implement solutions.
 
Ideal candidate will possess:
 
*A Bachelor’s degree or combination of  relevant education and experience.   
*3-5 years’ professional experience.
*Experience in a parish setting or working within a ministry.
*Experience on or working with a parish pastoral or finance council.
*Able to manage multiple projects/tasks and deadlines with ease.
*Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, clergy, employees and volunteers and cross collaborate with all team members.
 
Interested and qualified candidates should submit resume to jlausten@dol-in.org
 

Director of Evangelization and Pastoral Ministries
Lafayette, IN

We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Director of Evangelization and Pastoral Ministries.   Ideal candidate will provide leadership, management and direction to the Evangelization and Pastoral Ministries Mission Team.  This includes the integration and coordination of Family Life, Worship and RCIA, Hispanic Ministry, Youth and Young Adult, and Catechetical programming that aims at Evangelization, Catechesis and Sacramental preparation for youth and adults in all stages of faith development. 
A minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Leadership, Management, Catechetics, Theology or related degree is required.   Three to five years’ experience in parish life or diocesan offices is preferred.  Project management, strategic and operational oversight responsibilities required.  Work in curriculum development for a religious environment would be helpful.  Strong faith and ability to lead the team mission in a collegial manner.  Strong  interpersonal and mentoring abilities required.

Qualified candidates can submit resume to jlausten@dol-in.org
 

Executive Assistant
Office of the Bishop
Lafayette, IN

We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Executive Assistant to support  the mission of the Office of the Bishop by providing administrative support and managing daily operations of the Bishop's office.  Ideal candidate will manage the communication and office needs of the Bishop utilizing in-depth knowledge of diocesan operations, procedures and personnel.

Education/Experience:  Associates degree or equivalent experience required.  A Bachelor’s degree is preferred .  Minimum of 3 years office experience, preferably as an executive or administrative assistant. 
 
Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills.  Able to transcribe dictation.
• Excellent phone skills and interpersonal ability to reflect “first impression” of the diocese.
• Knowledge of executive style-correspondence and protocol.
• Strong computer skills essential, especially Microsoft Office applications, to include Excel.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff employees and volunteers.
• Knowledge of Spanish, both reading and writing is preferred.
• Knowledge of website development is preferred.
• Well-acquainted with Church documents, Scripture, and resources.  Possess respect for and ability to uphold Catholic Church teaching.  Practicing Catholic in good standing.
• Able to honor and maintain confidentiality.
• Able to pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols.

 
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jlausten@dol-in.org

Manager of Information Systems
Chancery
Lafayette, IN

We are currently seeking candidates for the Manager of Information Systems located at the Chancery in Lafayette, IN.  This newly created position will be responsible for the alignment of the technology and information systems to the vision of the ministry and business administration of the diocese. 
The manager is responsible for:

1) managing technology vendors,
2) project management of information system projects,
3) analysis of business requirements and applying these requirements to the delivery of solutions,
4) oversight of diocesan technology infrastructure and
5) deploying and maintaining cloud based business applications.
 
The Manager of Information Systems will be diligent in strategic planning and will be responsible for the successful development and execution of strategic technology plans.  The Manager will communicate and collaborate effectively all levels within the Bishop’s Office, with parishes and schools. 

A Bachelor's degree that demonstrates studies in various technology disciplines and/or business administration will be considered.  We are looking for a minimum of 10 years of experience in managing technology teams, vendors and management of business and/or technology projects.  Skills related to technology or enterprise architecture and business communications are beneficial.   

A respect and ability to uphold and live by the teachings of the Catholic Church is required.

Please submit resumes and cover letter to jlausten@dol-in.org
 

Youth and Young Adult Evangelization Specialist
Catholic Pastoral Center
Lafayette, IN
 
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Youth and Young Adult Evangelization Specialist at our Catholic Pastoral Center in Lafayette, IN.  This position will oversee diocesan efforts in forming youth and young adults as disciples of Jesus Christ.  This person will collaborate with pastors and parish teams in carrying forward the bishop’s vision for youth evangelization as well as coordinating major diocesan youth formation programs.  Qualified candidates will  have a Bachelor’s degree in theology or a related field (Master’s degree is preferred).  Five years of experience in youth ministry or catechetical setting with strong written, oral and digital communication skills is desired with good ability in presentation and change leadership skills.  Knowledge of the Church’s teaching regarding evangelization and youth formation is required.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit resume to jlausten@dol-in.org
 

Adult Evangelization Specialist
Catholic Pastoral Center
Lafayette, IN
 
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Adult Evangelization Specialist at our Catholic Pastoral Center in Lafayette, IN.  This position will oversee diocesan efforts in forming adults as disciples of Jesus Christ.  This person will collaborate with pastors and parish teams in carrying forward the bishop’s vision for adult evangelization as well as coordinating major diocesan adult formation programs.  Qualified candidates will  have a Bachelor’s degree in theology or a related field (Master’s degree is preferred).  Five years of experience in catechetical or education setting with strong written, oral and digital communication skills is desired with good ability in presentation and change leadership skills.  Knowledge of the Church’s teaching regarding evangelization and adult formation is required.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit resume to jlausten@dol-in.org