Parish Positions
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Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana Employment Opportunities within Individual Parishes Last updated: 3/29/2023If 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. Access the Employment Application here.
Coordinator of Youth Formation
St. Boniface/St. Lawrence Pastorate
Lafayette, IN
We are currently seeking candidates for the full-time position of Coordinator of Youth Formation. Ideal candidate will provide vision, support, and initiative programs that offer the opportunity for children and family religious education and faith formation.
Essential Duties:- Coordinate and direct an array of religious education/family formation programs; make recommendations and offer alternate solutions to youth faith programs or ministries as Pastor deems necessary.
- Direct and resource programs of religious education and faith formation for children.
- Recruit, train and support volunteers; be responsible for evaluating quality catechists for effective task completion.
- Administer the catechetical programs of the Parish.
- Monitor the program budget annually and monitor on a regular basis.
- Seek to find ways to increase involvement in wider (secular) community outreach.
- Establish an effective working relationship with staff, parishioners, and parish councils.
- Plan and implement annual Vacation Bible School program.
- Participate in parish diocesan, deanery, and parish staff meetings, coordinating catechetical ministry with other ministries.
- Allow for creativity and innovation in youth oriented ministry while adhering to the protocols and directives of the Church in this regard.
Education/Experience:- Bachelor’s degree in religious education, theology or related area or a combination of education and experience plus 2 to 4 years related experience.
- Strong supervisory, administrative, organization leadership and program planning experience required. Parish and/or diocesan experience desired but not necessary.
- Knowledge of Microsoft office products.
- Practicing Catholic who respects and upholds Catholic Church teaching.
- Well-acquainted with Church documents, Scripture, and resources.
Qualified candidates should submit resume to rhillman@parish.dol-in.org
Director of Evangelization and Adult Faith Formation
Archdiocese of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
Our Church: Saint Simon the Apostle Catholic Church is located in the Northeast corner of Indianapolis, Indiana. We have a thriving parish of over 1,300 families. Saint Simon seeks to promote the Holy Eucharist as the source and summit of everything we do. We help to develop the faith life of parishioners through fostering personal encounters with Jesus Christ, and provide opportunities in which parishioners can grow in love of one another and the wider community. We strive to be men and women that are open to God’s call and support one another in our efforts to become saints.
The Position: The Director of Evangelization and Adult Faith Formation will be responsible for the design, maintenance and evaluation of the areas of adult religious formation and education, with a primary focus on evangelization. The applicant should be a practicing Catholic in good standing; have knowledge of and experience with Catholic doctrine and practices; and have the ability to work together with the Pastor, Parish Pastoral Team, and Volunteers. The applicant should have strong interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills.
Hiring Requirements: The applicant must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ through regular participation in the sacramental life of the Church, reading of Sacred Scripture and personal prayer. The applicant must be able to produce a letter of good standing from their pastor. The applicant must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Theology, Religious Education, or Pastoral Ministry; a Master’s Degree is preferred. The applicant must also have experience in ministry and availability on some nights and weekends.
To receive a more detailed job description and/or to apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and list of references, in confidence, to:
Father Doug Marcotte
Pastor
8155 Oaklandon Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46236
Bookkeeper (part-time)
St. John Vianney Catholic Church
Pastorate of St. John Vianney and Holy Spirit at Geist Catholic Churches
Fishers, Indiana
St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Fishers, Indiana, in the Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana, and part of the pastorate with Holy Spirit at Geist, is seeking a part-time Bookkeeper. This position can have flexible hours. This position reports to the Pastor and will work closely with both the Pastorate Director of Operations (DOO) and the Pastor.
Primary Responsibilities:- Enter all transactions (cash, checks, online giving) into accounting software, to various income accounts.
- Process payments for vendors. Handles and records incoming cash, credit card transactions and/or other receipts, if applicable.
- Records and maintains journal entries, general ledger, accounts payable and accounts receivable, if applicable.
- Reconciles monthly bank reconciliations.
- Prepare monthly financial reports and annual parish budget.
- Prepare monthly reports on restricted funds for staff and volunteer leaders.
- Review monthly automated journal entries from payroll vendor.
- Prepare year-end tax documents (1099-NEC) for independent contractors.
- Record depreciation monthly
Education / Experience / Skills:
- College-level accounting coursework
- Minimum of one year experience in accounting or related position
- Very strong organizational and communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience with a computer-based accounting system helpful
- Ability to learn and become proficient in SAGE accounting software
- Possess respect & ability to uphold Catholic Church Teachings
- Able to honor & maintain confidentiality
- Able to pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols
Please submit a resume and cover letter to Father Dale Ehrman, St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 15176 Blessed Mother Blvd., Fishers, IN 46037 email to: dehrman@dol-in.org
Pastorate Office and Facilities Manager
Interacts with the Human Resources Generalist at the GLCAO for all personnel matters pertaining to the pastorate.
St. Thomas Aquinas Church
West Lafayette, IN
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Pastorate Office and Facilities Manager that will oversee logistics for 20-30 annual ministry activities, social and community events (orders supplies, arranges cleaning and maintenance of facilities prior to and following events, etc.)
Serves as liaison with Greater Lafayette Central Administrative Office (GLCAO), external vendors, other pastorates and local governmental agencies (police, fire, city services).
Manages operations staff (operations, office and maintenance staff).
Essential Duties:
Develops a collaborative relationship with the GLCAO providing for the timely flow of documents and information essential to the highest level of effective operation for both the pastorate and GLCAO.
Interacts with the Facilities Management Manager at the GLCAO for facilities matters pertaining to the pastorate.- Coordinates operations expenditure approvals with pastor oversight and assists with budgetary process for the pastorate.
- Manages all general office administration.
- Schedules and helps to lead regular staff meetings as well and one-on-one meetings with the pastor to ensure effective sharing of essential knowledge and information.
- Serves as primary point of contact for parishioners and pastorate staff relative to the daily administration of the pastorate.
- Maintains excellent pastorate operational records (personnel, facilities and current contacts).
- Manages custodial maintenance functions.
- Maintain and manage church van and approval of van drivers.
- Assist as needed with logistics of liturgical environment.
- Serve as staff liaison for the annual parish picnic in August during Blockbuster.
- Oversee ordering of church supplies for office, kitchen, and general use, including liturgical supplies.
- Brings ideas, plans and best practices to the pastorate from diocesan meetings.
- Manages major repairs, renovation and capital projects in accordance with diocesan policies.
- Facilitates the volunteer Facilities Committee and communicates with members to plan projects, budget for future needs, and coordinate with other groups and events on the campus.
- Manages pastorate project plans in collaboration with the Facilities Committee; identifies needs and required action, tracks and communicates status to relevant stakeholders, identifies challenges to plan progress and completion and makes necessary corrections, and implements initiative as applicable progress and identifies follow-up actions.
- Communicates with all clergy and staff to ensure all necessary information such as project plan status, new assignments and status of regular responsibilities is communicated to and by team members in a timely manner, identifies and addresses any challenges to progress and success.
- Ensures pastorate security, leasing, rental, use of pastorate facilities and acts as liaison to local government agencies.
Education/Experience:- Purchasing/Accounting Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent. A Bachelor’s degree in office administration, business management or related are preferred.
- At least 3 years’ experience in Business, Operations, Facilities Management or related area preferred.
- 3-5 years in an office setting desired.
- Experience in a parish, non-profit or ministry setting desired.
- Experience in Church management is a plus.
- Possess, respect and ability to uphold Catholic Church’s teachings.
- Possess initiative and a strong desire to achieve results.
- Experience in change management a plus.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, Infinias key fob software, camera security software.
- Able to honor and maintain confidentiality.
- Able to pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols.
- Able to make real time decisions pertaining to the requirements of the job.
Other Skills and Abilities:- Knowledge of and participation in the faith. (A practicing Catholic who adheres to and supports Catholic teaching desired.)
- Highly effective written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership skills whereby effective in motivating staff and individuals who are not accountable to them in the delivery of timely results.
- Is approachable and personable such that staff and parishioners are confident in engaging them for their leadership, knowledge, and support.
- Empathetic toward the care of parishioners during difficult emotional and spiritual life situations.
- Highly motivated to protect confidentiality in all matters.
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff – clergy, employees and volunteers – and cross-collaborate with all team members.
Interested and qualified candidates shoudl submit their resume to: frtom@boilercatholics.org
GENERAL MAINTENANCE STAFF
St. Mary Cathedral and St. Ann Church Pastorate Lafayette, IN
Church of the Blessed Sacrament Pastorate West Lafayette, IN
St. Mary Cathedral/ St. Ann Church Pastorate and Church of the Blessed Sacrament Pastorate are currently seeking candidates to fill full-time positions for the General Maintenance Staff. These hands-on positions will work under the supervision of our Facilities Manager to support all aspects of building/grounds maintenance and repair for each Pastorate. Prefer HVAC certification with electrical and plumbing experience desired. ay is commensurate with experience. The full time positions includes benefits (health, dental, vision, paid holidays, and 403(b) retirement plan). Send your resume to Jeanne Lausten jlausten@dol-in.org
Accountant/Bookkeeper (part-time)
St. Elizabeth Seton Pastorate
Carmel, Indiana
St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Carmel, Indiana, in the Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana, is a thriving pastorate that is committed to building the Kingdom of God through a wide variety of engaging activities and liturgies throughout the week and weekends.
We are currently seeking a part-time Bookkeeper who can ensure that the books are up-to-date and accurate at all times. This position can have flexible hours for the right candidate. This position reports to the Director of Operations (DOO) and will work closely with both the DOO and the Pastor.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Month-End Close, Reporting, Other duties as assigned
Activities include but are not limited to:- Prepare bank deposits
- Review deposits prepared by volunteer money counters
- Enter all transactions into accounting software
- Process payments for vendors either by check, ACH, or wire transfer
- Prepare and process preschool tuition payments from families who pay by ACH
- Reconcile checking accounts monthly and savings account quarterly
- Prepare monthly financial reports for DOO
- Prepare monthly financial reports for staff members responsible for a budget
- Prepare year-end tax documents (1099-NEC) for independent contractors
- Assist DOO with budget preparation and other financial tasks as needed
- Coordinate with accounting volunteers during SetonFest, our 3-day can’t miss event of the summer with live bands, food tents, rides, bingo, etc.
- Skills:
- Proficient with spreadsheets
- Organized and detail oriented
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Experience with Sage a plus
- Required: Associate’s degree with accounting coursework or accounting vocational certificate with solid Financial Accounting 101 knowledge
- Preferred: Two years of Bookkeeping, Accounts Payable, or Accounts Receivable experience
Please submit a resume and cover letter to Father Brian Doerr, St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, 10655 Haverstick Road, Carmel, Indiana 46033 or email to: fr.bdoerr@dol-in.org.
Business Office Assistant (part-time)
St. Elizabeth Seton Pastorate
Carmel, Indiana
We are currently seeking candidates for a part-time Business Office (Bookkeeper) Assistant at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Carmel, IN. This is a pastorate that is growing and busy with many activities and liturgies. St. Elizabeth Seton is located east of the intersection of Keystone and 106th Street. Currently, the Pastorate is pursuing applications to bring a Business Office Assistant to our pastoral team. This employee will work closely with the Director of Operations and the Pastor.
Tasks and responsibilities are varied and include:Prepare bank deposits
Review deposits prepared by volunteer money counters
Enter all transactions into QuickBooks accounting software
Accounts Payable – Process payments for vendors either by check, ACH, or wire transfer
Prepare and process preschool tuition payments from families who pay by ACH
Reconcile checking accounts monthly and savings account quarterly
Prepare monthly financial reports for DOO
Prepare monthly financial reports for staff members responsible for a budget
Prepare year-end tax documents (1099-NEC) for independent contractors
Assist DOO with budget preparation and other financial tasks as needed
Coordinate with accounting volunteers during SetonFest
Please submit a resume and cover letter to Father Brian Doerr, St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, 10655 Haverstick Road, Carmel, Indiana 46033 or email to: fr.bdoerr@dol-in.org.
General Maintenance Staff
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Carmel, IN
Our Lady of Mount Carmel currently has an opening for a full-time maintenance position to assist our Director of Maintenance in the maintenance, renovation and upkeep of the church, school, parish buildings, and grounds. Candidates should have some basic skills and understanding of plumbing, painting, wall repair and HVAC. To apply, please send your resume to Jody Dalton at daltonj@olmc1.org
High School Youth Ministry Specialist
St Elizabeth Seton Pastorate
Carmel, IN
St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, a large, vibrant suburban parish, seeks to hire a part time High School Youth Ministry Specialist. The High School Youth Ministry Specialist will serve as a leader of the weekly high school youth ministry Sunday meetings. The Specialist will also be the organizer of participation in special events for high school youth such as Destination Jesus, National Catholic Youth Conference, Fall Break Mission Trip, etc. The High School Youth Ministry Specialist will work closely with the Middle School Youth Ministry Specialist to create collaborative events for both age groups. The Specialist will attend Formation Team meetings and Staff Meetings when possible.
Please submit a resume and cover letter to Greg Fleckenstein, St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, 10655 Haverstick Road, Carmel, Indiana 46033 or email to: greg.fleckenstein@setoncarmel.org .
AV Room Tech
Church of the Blessed Sacrament
West Lafayette, IN
We are currently seeking candidates for a part-time position (10-15 hours) of an AV Room Tech at Church of the Blessed Sacrament in West Lafayette, IN. This position will provide Audio Visual support to the Parish.
Essential Duties:- Set up AV room equipment prior to events.
- Operate AV room equipment during and throughout events.
- Monitor sound feeds to ensure quality.
- Correct media system problems.
- Create slideshows and slides as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:- 6 months related experience is preferred; on the job training available.
- Knowledge of PowerPoint, Keynote and basic computer programs on PC & Mac is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees and volunteers.
- Able to honor and maintain confidentiality.
- Able to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, nights, evenings, and weekends as required.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume to jlausten@dol-in.org
Office Assistant
St. Boniface/St. Lawrence Pastorate
Lafayette, IN
We are currently candidates for the position of Office Assistant.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Greet parishioners and make them feel comfortable in person and over the phone.
- Create a calendar and schedule for Rel Ed special events.
- Assist with CCD enrollment
- Record keeping
- Day-to-day office tasks
Qualifications and Education Requirements- High School Diploma
- Two years + of experience working in customer service or administration preferred
- Organizational skills
- Basic math and some accounting skills
- Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
- Bilingual
Preferred Skills:
• Critical thinking, evaluation, and analytical skills
Applications accepted by email to:
Ryan Hillman @ RHillman@parish.dol-in.org &
Jenny Haro @ Jharo@parish.dol-in.org
Coordinator of Music and Liturgy
Saint Bernard Church
Crawfordsville, IN
Saint Bernard Church is seeking a Coordinator of Music and Liturgy to manage and coordinate various aspects of music, to oversee music program and grow the choirs. This person will be in charge of directing music for masses, weddings and funerals as well as the high holy days. Saint Bernard has two weekend masses in English (Sat at 5:30 pm and Sun at 9:30 AM) and the weekend responsibilities would primarily entail overseeing those masses.
Education/Experience:High School Diploma or equivalent, plus related experience. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Knowledge and experience in Catholic liturgical music preferred.
Proficiency in voice, keyboard, guitar, or choral performance and some knowledge of these instruments.
Possess respect and ability to uphold Catholic Church teaching.
Able to honor & maintain confidentiality.
Able to pass and maintain diocesan child safety protocol.
Submit your resume to Father Bower at:
father@stbernardcville.org
Director of Evangelization
St. Bernard Church
Crawfordsville, IN
St. Bernard Church in Crawfordsville, Indiana, is seeking a full-time Director of Evangelization. We strive to bring all souls in our county closer to Jesus Christ and His Church. This includes our college ministry at Wabash College and a growing population of Hispanics.
Essential Duties:
1. The Director will assist the Missionary Pastor with the pastoral care of the Pastorate to include fostering evangelization, pastoral planning, and supervision of staff and volunteers in the following ministry areas: Lifelong Faith Formation, Liturgy and Music, Pastoral Care and Community Care, Campus Ministry, other Parish Ministries, and Outreach.
2. The Director supports, accompanies, and equips the leaders in these areas to focus their attention on parishioners and into the community at large as they strive to facilitate making disciples of Jesus Christ, building vibrant communities of faith, and inspiring men and women to be witnesses of Christ to the world.
Education / Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Theology or related area (or equivalent experience).
At least three years of experience in parish ministry and/ or management of a non-profit organization (preferred).
Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing.
Fully committed to the Catholic Church's teaching. Mature discipleship evidenced in ability to comfortably witness the faith.
Strong ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team among clergy, staff, and volunteers.
Proficiency with computers, especially Microsoft Office programs, is required.
Able to pass and maintain Diocesan child safety protocols
Submit your resume to Father Bower at:
father@stbernardcville.org
Youth Minister (part-time)
Muncie Pastorate
Muncie, IN
The Muncie Pastorate is seeking a part time youth minister. This position reports to the Director of Evangelization. This position will serve to support the pastorate to ensure that opportunities for ongoing faith formation for middle school and high school aged youth and a comprehensive youth ministry program are provided for the pastorate. This person will work with the Pastor and Director of Evangelization to ensure that necessary collaboration and cross training occurs among all areas of ministry and discipleship.
Education/Experience:- Bachelor’s degree in Theology/Religious Studies or equivalent preferred
- Experience with religious formation program in a Catholic parish or school
- Demonstrated skills in program organization and administration
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, clear and kind in person and in writing
- Practices a deep prayer life rooted in regular participation in the Sacraments of the Catholic Church
- Desire to know God, and to share God’s love with children and their families
- Able to adapt to a flexible schedule (frequent evenings and weekends) while also holding regular office hours at some time during the week
- Diligent and thorough about following up with people and tasks
- Prefers working in a collaborative, creative process within a team
- Competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point
- Able to pass and maintain diocesan child safety protocol.
Essential duties include:
The youth minister serves the pastorate by building and overseeing a ministry team that will support pastoral needs of the youth of the parish (Junior High and High School). Along with organizing and overseeing events and spiritual formation for the youth, the youth minister will also oversee and develop a team of volunteers who assist in youth ministry.
Qualified candidates should submit resume to:
Jason Hart, Director of Evangelization at jhart@parish-dol.in.org