Parish Assistant to the Director of Operations - Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Edgewater Maryland

Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington; Edgewater (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington is seeking a full-time Parish Assistant to support operations at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Edgewater, Maryland. This entry-level role involves managing visitor interactions, assisting with sacramental processes, and maintaining parish communications. Ideal candidates are bilingual, possess strong computer skills, and have a friendly demeanor.

Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.
• Engaging personality with strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of the Catholic Church is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors and manage intake processes for sacraments.
• Oversee parish communications and maintain the database.
• Assist with online giving and manage the Money Counting Ministry.

Skills

Active Listening

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Discretion

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Publisher

Parish Management Database

Job description

Parish Assistant to the Director of Operations - Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Edgewater Maryland

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Job Description

OLPH is seeking a bilingual full-time Parish Assistant to the Director of Operations, especially as our parish secretary retires at the end of June. This role involves being the first point of contact for visitors and callers, supporting the clergy, and assisting with various parish functions.

Essential Functions

• Welcome visitors and callers, providing assistance and information.
• Manage intake processes for baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
• Maintain the Parish Management Database (Ministry Platform) and serve as the primary contact for its use.
• Oversee online giving via OnlineGiving.org, creating and editing giving pages and assisting users.
• Design LED sign announcements using WatchfireIgnite.com.
• Manage the Money Counting Ministry, train counters, and ensure accurate deposits.
• Handle parish communications, including correspondence, event calendars, and weekly summaries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Friendly, engaging personality with active listening skills.
• Discretion and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in English; Spanish speaking skills are a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively, prioritize tasks, and solve problems.
• Computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Publisher, and parish databases.
• Knowledge of the Catholic Church is preferred.

Additional Information

Position is full-time (30-40 hours/week) and entry-level. The role involves supporting parish operations and working closely with clergy and staff. Contact Eileen Thaden at [phone], ext. 4 or [e-mail] for more details.