Description
Office of the Marriage & Family Life
Full-Time, Benefit Eligible
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This full-time position is responsible for the coordination and direct engagement to support and build married life throughout the Diocese of Green Bay. This position is responsible for the planning, preparation, and implementation of the Diocesan Marriage Preparation process, marriage enrichment opportunities, and assists and supports parishes to develop effective programs to nurture and support Married and Family Life. These efforts and activities will be carried out according to the laws, documents, and doctrines prescribed by the Roman Catholic Church (the Church) and the policies and procedures of the Diocese of Green Bay.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
“Embrace the mission and vision of the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay and work in accordance with Catholic Teachings and the moral and ethical values of the Catholic Church.”
- Bachelor’s degree in Theology or Pastoral Studies with a focus on the sociology or psychology of married life, plus a minimum of three years’ experience in the field in a related diocesan or parish position.
- Must have experience ministering to engaged/married couples, with knowledge of the theology, spirituality and Christian social practices pertaining to married life in today’s society.
- Must have a demonstrated working knowledge of applicable Church documents on married life, particularly, Casti Connubii Familiaris Consortio, Amoris Laetitia and Theology of the Body.
- Must have a working understanding of the Church’s teaching on the interconnectedness between married and family life.
- Must be a practicing Catholic and a member in good standing.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Strong written and oral communications skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Canva and Acrobat pro keeping website and calendars updated.
- Collaborative leadership and listening skills.
- People-oriented, with the ability to complete multiple projects and tasks as required.
- The ability to train and work with couples who help present the various family life programs.
- Ability to make clear and accurate presentations to groups.
- Ability to work on weekends as needed and to travel to offer services in various parts of the diocese.
- Must be detail-oriented, patient, able to make decisions in collaboration with others, and to meet deadlines.
- Ability to prioritize, to remain flexible, and complete projects independently and on a timely basis.
PREFERRED:
- Bilingual: English/Spanish
If interested in this position, please apply at:
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.