Hispanic Ministry Coordinator & Community Leader

Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vicariate Hispanic Ministry Coordinator position at the Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte leads Hispanic ministry efforts across parishes, supporting pastors and lay leaders in forming and coordinating programs that nurture the Catholic faith.

This role emphasizes bilingual communication, cross-cultural pastoral care, and collaboration with the Diocesan Director of Hispanic Ministry to implement the USCCB’s National Hispanic Pastoral Plan.

Qualifications

• Formation/Certification in Hispanic Pastoral Leadership (S.E.P.I., Notre Dame, Catholic University).
• Minimum of 2-4 years working in Hispanic Ministry at the parish level.
• 2+ years working in Hispanic Ministry at the diocesan level. (optional)
• Must be a practicing Catholic in full communion with the Roman Catholic Church.
• Pastoral experience in working with multiple cultures is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accompany the Hispanic Faithful in their journey of Faith; serve as a resource for parish Pastors.
• Maintain close communication with Pastors; offer diocesan resources for Formation and Continuing Education to parish catechists.
• Offer preparation for liturgical ministries and workshops (Lectors, Extraordinary Ministers, ushers).
• Provide training in Family crisis support (Pastoral de Duelo) and other culturally specific needs.
• Prepare and guide days of reflection and retreats.
• Assist the Pastor in reaching out to Hispanics unable to participate in weekly Mass.
• Maintain financial records for Vicariate programs; present budget to the Vicar Forane.
• Support the Safe Environment program.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

MS Office

Communication skills

Listening & empathy

Social media familiarity

Education

Formation/Certification in Hispanic Pastoral Leadership (S.E.P.I., Notre Dame, Catholic University)

Job description

The Vicariate Hispanic Ministry Coordinator position at the Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte leads Hispanic ministry efforts across parishes, supporting pastors and lay leaders in forming and coordinating programs that nurture the Catholic faith.

This role emphasizes bilingual communication, cross-cultural pastoral care, and collaboration with the Diocesan Director of Hispanic Ministry to implement the USCCB’s National Hispanic Pastoral Plan.