Parish Administrative Assistant & Office Coordinator

ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF CORPUS CHRISTI; Beeville (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Catholic Church in Beeville, Texas is seeking an Administrative Assistant for the parish office to support the Pastor, Pastoral Associate and parish staff.

The role covers data and records management, phone and email support, supplies and inventory management, communications work, managing space use, supporting ministries and committees, and collaborating with parish volunteers; a welcoming, confidential presence is essential in our church office.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an office environment.
• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment screening (criminal history, MVR, drug screening).
• Certification in Safe Environment training provided by the Diocese is required.

Responsibilities

• Record sacraments and funerals in parish registers; prepare sacramental certificates as needed.
• Manage weekly contributions and reconcile in ParishSoft; coordinate weddings and funerals.
• Answer phones, transfer calls, and take messages for pastor and business manager.
• Organize and file correspondence; prepare weekly bulletins; maintain office supplies.
• Maintain Mass calendar, keep parish office orderly, and inform leaders of operations.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking / prioritization

Critical thinking

Independent work

Confidentiality & discretion

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

ParishSoft

Office hardware & software

Job description

St. Joseph Catholic Church in Beeville, Texas is seeking an Administrative Assistant for the parish office to support the Pastor, Pastoral Associate and parish staff.

The role covers data and records management, phone and email support, supplies and inventory management, communications work, managing space use, supporting ministries and committees, and collaborating with parish volunteers; a welcoming, confidential presence is essential in our church office.