Parish Communications Coordinator

Bridgeport Diocese; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgeport Diocese is seeking a Parish Communications Coordinator to prepare and publish the weekly parish bulletin and electronic newsletter, maintain the parish website, and manage social media communications. The role ensures timely, accurate, and engaging information about Mass schedules, events, ministries, and announcements across channels.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, creative, and comfortable working with digital communication tools in a parish setting.

Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and communications skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Experience with website content management systems and social media platforms.
• Basic graphic design and layout skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard office tools.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines and work independently.
• Professional, courteous, and collaborative with parish staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and publish the weekly parish bulletin and newsletter.
• Maintain and update the parish website with current information.
• Create and publish posts on parish social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram).
• Coordinate announcements, Mass schedules, events, and ministries across channels.
• Assist with promotional materials and general communications for parish activities.

Skills

Writing & editing

Organizational skills

CMS & social media

Graphic design

MS Office

Time management

Team collaboration

Tools

Constant Contact

CMS

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Parish Communications Coordinator is responsible for preparing and publishing the weekly parish bulletin and electronic newsletter, maintaining the parish website, and managing social media communications. This position ensures that parishioners receive timely, accurate, and engaging information about Mass schedules, parish events, ministries, announcements, and other church activities. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, creative, and comfortable working with digital communication tools.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Weekly Parish Bulletin and Newsletter

• Collect announcements, event details, ministry updates, and other information from the Pastor, parish staff and ministry leaders.
• Prepare, format, and proofread the weekly parish bulletin and newsletter for accuracy, grammar, spelling, and consistency.
• Coordinate submissions and ensure all content is received and published according to established deadlines.
• Communicate with the publishing company and ensure the weekly bulletin is submitted on time.
• Prepare the weekly electronic newsletter with similar content as the bulletin and distribute through Constant Contact.
• Update recurring announcements, Mass schedules, special collections, seasonal information, and upcoming events.
• Coordinate the inclusion of advertisements, special announcements, and diocesan communications as needed.

Website Management

• Maintain and regularly update the parish website with current information (ie: Mass schedules, parish events, announcements, registration information, and ministry details.)

• Update calendars, forms, links, photos, and other website content as needed.
• Ensure website information is accurate, easy to navigate, and consistent with parish communications.

• Identify outdated information and make corrections promptly.
• Coordinate website updates with the Pastor, parish staff and ministry leaders.

Social Media Management

• Create and publish posts on parish social media platforms, such as Facebook and Instagram.

• Promote upcoming events, liturgical celebrations, ministries, registration deadlines, and parish announcements.
• Develop engaging content using photographs, graphics, and written messages.
• Maintain a consistent, welcoming, and professional parish voice across platforms.
• Monitor comments and messages and direct inquiries to the appropriate parish staff member.

• Ensure posts are timely, appropriate, and consistent with the mission and values of the Catholic Church.

General Communications and Administrative Support

• Assist with preparing flyers, event announcements, email communications, and other promotional materials.
• Coordinate with the Pastor and parish staff to gather information and publicize parish activities.
• Help ensure consistent messaging across the bulletin, website, social media, and othercommunication channels.
• Maintain organized files of communications, photographs, and promotional materials.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, creative and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with website content management systems and social media platforms.
• Basic graphic design and layout skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other standard office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
• Professional, courteous, and collaborative approach to working with parish staff and volunteers.

• Familiarity with Catholic parish life and liturgical terminology is preferred.
• Ability to create attractive, readable, and engaging communications.
• Creativity in promoting parish events and encouraging participation.
• Strong time-management skills, particularly with recurring weekly deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment when handling parish information.

• Be able to be present at parish events to obtain photos and other information to include in all communication platforms.

• Adhere to the U.S.C.C.B. Charter for Safe Environments Policy for Virtus compliance andadhere to the civil laws and reporting procedures

Disclaimer: The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. They may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with training.