Coordinator - Hourly

ARCHDIOCESE OF SEATTLE PAYROLL SERVICES; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCHDIOCESE OF SEATTLE PAYROLL SERVICES seeks a Family Ministry Coordinator to organize family faith formation, catechesis, retreats, workshops, and parish missions. The role includes coordinating marriage and parenting programs, family events, and connections to parish life for children and parents.

The position supports youth ministries and elementary religious education, develops home-faith resources, and leads volunteer recruitment and training within the parish community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pastoral Ministry, Theology or Education is preferred.
• Catholic ministry experience in family ministry or religious education is highly valued.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Outlook, social media, Canva and Adobe Creative Suite is expected.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate family faith formation programs, catechesis, retreats, workshops and parish missions.
• Organize marriage and parenting ministry activities and family events.
• Plan and support youth ministries and children’s religious education.
• Develop resources for parents to practice the faith at home and connect families with parish life.
• Coordinate volunteer recruitment, training and schedules for family ministry.

Skills

Tech & Communication

Coordination & Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Pastoral Ministry, Theology or Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Outlook

Facebook

Instagram

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

CMS/Website Management

Job description

Family Ministry Coordinator1. Family Faith FormationCoordinate faith formation opportunities for children, parents, and families.Organize family catechesis, retreats, workshops, and parish missions.Develop resources that help parents practice the Catholic faith at home.Create opportunities for families to pray together and learn about Scripture.Coordinate family-oriented Advent, Lent, and Easter activities.2. Marriage and Parenting MinistryOrganize programs for married couples, including communication, conflict resolution, prayer, and spirituality.Offer parenting workshops addressing different stages of family life.Develop opportunities for couples to strengthen their marriages.Coordinate marriage enrichment events and retreats.Connect couples and parents with appropriate professional or pastoral resources when additional help is needed.3. Family EventsPlan regular parish events specifically designed for families.Examples:Family movie nightsFamily game nightsParish picnicsFamily service daysFather/child and mother/child eventsAdvent and Christmas celebrationsFamily Lenten activitiesEaster activitiesFamily pilgrimage daysMake sure events are welcoming to families with children of different ages.4. Connecting Families to Parish LifePersonally welcome new families to the parish.Develop a system for contacting families who have recently registered.Help families find ministries where they can participate.Encourage parents and children to become involved in service, liturgical ministries, youth ministry, and small groups.Identify families who have stopped participating and develop appropriate ways to reconnect with them.5. Family Service and OutreachCreate opportunities for families to serve together.Coordinate family participation in parish outreach programs.Develop service projects involving parents and children.Connect families with local charitable organizations.Encourage families to see service as part of their Catholic identity.6. Parent CommunicationMaintain regular communication with parents through email, parish communications, and social media.Create a monthly or quarterly Family Ministry Newsletter.Provide parents with practical resources for prayer and faith formation at home.Maintain an updated calendar of family activities.Make sure parents know about opportunities available to their families.7. Small Groups and Community BuildingDevelop small groups for married couples and families.Recruit and train family-group leaders.Help families build friendships with other Catholic families.Create groups based on particular needs, such as young families, parents of teenagers, or newly married couples.Encourage families to gather outside of formal parish programs.8. Support for Families in Difficult SituationsHelp identify families experiencing significant challenges.Coordinate pastoral support for families experiencing illness, death, separation, unemployment, or other difficulties.Connect families with parish resources and appropriate professional services.Work closely with the pastor, deacons, and other pastoral staff when a family requires additional pastoral attention.9. Volunteer Recruitment and FormationRecruit parishioners to serve in family ministry.Develop volunteer teams rather than personally doing every task.Train volunteers in hospitality, child safety, communication, and Catholic family ministry.Schedule and coordinate volunteers for family events.Thank and recognize volunteers regularly.10. Youth MinistriesLead and grow ministry opportunities for early childhood through high school aged children.Plan and facilitate monthly youth gatherings or special events.Build authentic relationships with young people through teaching, mentoring and discipleship.Elementary School Religious Education Support: Provide engaging, faith-filled lessons and support for elementary religion classes. Collaborate closely with Our Lady of Hope teachers to develop meaningful learning experiences that help students deepen their knowledge, understanding, and love of the Catholic faith.Coordinate service projects, outreach and social-justice opportunities for youth.Qualifications: Education and ExperienceA Bachelor’s degree in Pastoral Ministry, Theology or Education is preferred.Catholic Ministry Experience: Experience working in a Catholic parish, particularly in family ministry or religious education is strongly valued.Technology & Communication Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Outlook, Facebook, Instagram, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, and website/content management platforms.Communication & Organization: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities, coordinate schedules, and work effectively with staff, volunteers, families, and parishioners.Compensation DOEAny offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.