Hispanic Ministry Coordinator

St. Stephen, Anoka; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Stephen’s Catholic Community in Anoka, MN seeks a Hispanic Ministry Coordinator to support liturgy, sacramental processes, and bilingual parish life.

The role reports to the Pastor and Associate Pastor for Hispanic Ministry and advances collaborative outreach between English- and Spanish-speaking communities. The coordinator will provide administrative support, translate worship materials, coordinate events, and engage volunteers to strengthen the parish’s multicultural ministry and faith

Qualifications

• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is essential for bilingual ministry work.
• Experience coordinating administrative tasks in a faith-based setting is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for liturgy and bilingual services.
• Translate worship guides, bulletins, announcements for bilingual communication.
• Manage sacramental records and certificates with precise recordkeeping.
• Be present at Hispanic liturgical celebrations.
• Serve as contact for baptisms, quinceañeras, weddings, funerals, OCIA, and other needs.
• Recruit, train, and lead Hispanic lay volunteers.
• Support adult catechesis in Spanish as needed.
• Facilitate initiatives that integrate English and Hispanic communities.
• Assist with community events and serve as staff liaison for major celebrations.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

St. Stephen’s Catholic Community exists to seek, love, and serve Jesus Christ. In support of this mission, the Hispanic Ministry Coordinator plays a vital role in strengthening parish life by providing administrative support, sacramental processes, and community engagement for the Hispanic community.This position provides direct support to the Pastor and Associate Pastor for Hispanic Ministry, encourages the parish’s multicultural ministry, and fosters collaboration between English- and Spanish-speaking communities.

General Expectations

Employment in and by the Church is substantially different from secular employment. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their behavior must not violate the faith, morals, or laws of the Church or the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, nor can it embarrass the Church or give rise to scandal. It is required that this employee be Catholic.

Administrative & Liturgical Support

• Provide administrative support for liturgy, worship, and bilingual services and events, including sacramental processes for the Hispanic community.
• Translate worship guides, bulletins, announcements, and other materials to ensure clear and timely bilingual communication.
• Manage sacramental record requests and baptismal parish notifications, prepare sacramental certificates, and ensure precise sacramental recordkeeping in coordination with the Faith for Life Assistant.

Community & Pastoral Ministries

• Be present at Hispanic liturgical celebrations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for inquiries for, but not limited to: baptisms, quinceañeras, weddings, funerals, OCIA, formation, new parishioner registration, and other community needs.
• Recruit, coordinate, lead, train, and act as liaison for Hispanic lay leadership and ministry volunteers.
• Support adult catechesis in Spanish as needed.
• Facilitate initiatives that integrate English and Hispanic communities and promote a welcoming environment.
• Assist with community‑building events and serve as staff liaison for major celebrations (e.g., Our Lady of Guadalupe, Las Posadas, quinceañeras, baptisms, weddings, prayer events, etc.).

Faith Formation & Youth Engagement

• Work with the Faith for Life Director to support bilingual catechetical communication and formation with Spanish‑speaking parents about expectations, attendance, schedules, costs, etc.
• Translate into Spanish parish formation and materials as needed.
• Collaborate with Faith for Life and Youth Ministry staff to promote participation across all St. Stephen’s ministries.
• Assist in planning young adult ministry initiatives and events.

Archdiocesan & Compliance Coordination

• Maintain compliance with PCYI requirements for Hispanic ministry volunteers which includes Essential 3 training, background checks, and required video courses.
• Serve as liaison with Archdiocesan Latino ministry initiatives and events.

Dedication & Commitment

• Be dependable, reliable, and available during scheduled work hours.
• Demonstrate engagement, consistency, and flexibility when ministry program needs arise.
• Recognize when additional effort is needed and ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Attend required parish meetings, programs, and professional development opportunities.

Teamwork & Collaboration

• Work collaboratively within a multicultural parish community.
• Foster an environment of cooperation, positive morale, and teamwork.
• Partner with staff and volunteers to strengthen community engagement and leadership development.