Parish Religious Education Admin & Programs Assistant

Diocese of Trenton; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The Diocese of Trenton seeks a part-time Religious Education Assistant to provide administrative, logistical, and program support for faith formation across all ages. Under the DRE, you will maintain registrations, coordinate communications with families and volunteers, and assist with sacramental preparation and parish events.

This role supports Safe Environment commitments, helps manage databases, and handles routine office tasks.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to communicate in English; Spanish preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs, Sheets, and Forms.
• Professionalism and discretion with confidential information.
• Flexible schedule, including Sundays 7:30–10:00 AM; some evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage student registrations, databases, and record-keeping (attendance, sacramental records).
• Coordinate family and volunteer communications and program handbooks.
• Support weekly Religious Education sessions and major events.
• Assist with Acts of Faith Passport participation tracking.
• Maintain Virtus program records and audit readiness.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

English/Spanish bilingual

Microsoft Word

Excel

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Google Forms

Discretion

Confidentiality

Flexible schedule

Sundays availability

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Google Forms

Job description

The Diocese of Trenton seeks a part-time Religious Education Assistant to provide administrative, logistical, and program support for faith formation across all ages. Under the DRE, you will maintain registrations, coordinate communications with families and volunteers, and assist with sacramental preparation and parish events.

This role supports Safe Environment commitments, helps manage databases, and handles routine office tasks.