Partner Services Manager

Archdiocese-of-Denve; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Virtual care

Parental leave

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Life & disability insurance

Biblical school access

Job summary

Archdiocese of Denver is seeking a Partner Services Manager to lead a team that supports parishes and schools through trusted partnerships and essential business services. You will oversee operations, coach MSC specialists, manage budgets, and build strong client relationships while collaborating with Pastoral Center leaders to align resources with the Church’s mission.

Ideal candidates will have a track record in non-profit operations, finance management, and people leadership, with the ability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Operations, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in operations, business management, finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of management experience, with cross-functional leadership experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, interpreting financial information, and overseeing business operations.
• Experience working in a Catholic, nonprofit, or mission-driven organization preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee consistent, timely, and high-quality service delivery while identifying opportunities to improve processes, systems, and efficiency.
• Lead, coach, and develop MSC specialists across multiple functional areas while fostering a collaborative, mission-centered team culture.
• Serve as the primary business partner to assigned parishes and schools, building trusted relationships and addressing needs with responsiveness and sound judgment.
• Partner with Pastoral Center leaders to coordinate training, resources, and support while strengthening collaboration and consistency across service areas.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Client relationships

Operations management

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Operations, or related field

Job description

Description

Are you a mission-driven leader with strong business, financial, and people leadership skills? The Mission Support Center (MSC) is seeking a Partner Services Manager to lead a team that helps parishes and schools thrive by building trusted partnerships, overseeing essential business services, developing a team of specialists, and stewarding resources in support of the Church’s mission.

Why Join Us?

• Live Your Faith: Be part of a workplace where Catholic values are celebrated and integrated into daily life.
• Mission-Driven Work: Your contributions will have a lasting impact on our Church and community.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Working on cross-functional service teams to work directly with parish teams as an extension of their local team.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Service Delivery & Operational Excellence: Oversee consistent, timely, and high-quality service delivery while identifying opportunities to improve processes, systems, and efficiency.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, coach, and develop MSC specialists across multiple functional areas while fostering a collaborative, mission-centered team culture.
• Client Relationship Management: Serve as the primary business partner to assigned parishes and schools, building trusted relationships and addressing needs with responsiveness and sound judgment.
• Pastoral Center & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Pastoral Center leaders to coordinate training, resources, and support while strengthening collaboration and consistency across service areas.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Be a fully initiated Catholic in communion of the Catholic Church and intentionally living out the five precepts of the Church (CCC 2041 - 2043).
• Align with the values and mission of the Catholic Church and possess a willingness to lead from this faith perspective.
• Serves the Church with integrity and demonstrates responsible stewardship of people, finances, and resources.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Operations, or a related field preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in operations, business management, finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of management experience, with cross-functional leadership experience preferred.
• Broad understanding of business operations and the ability to effectively lead and support specialists across multiple functional areas.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, interpreting financial information, and overseeing business operations.
• Experience leading teams and building strong client relationships.
• Experience working in a Catholic, nonprofit, or mission-driven organization preferred.
• Demonstrates strong business operations, budget management, organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Builds, coaches, and develops teams; fosters collaboration and manages conflict effectively.
• Communicates clearly and professionally, builds trusted relationships, and provides responsive, high-quality service to parish and school partners.
• Demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and adapt in a changing environment.

Great Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage options
• Virtual care with MyCatholicDoctor.com
• Alternative Care coverage options for Chiropractic/Acupuncture/Spiritual Care/Massage Therapy/Naturopathy.
• Natural Family Planning up to $500 per year for education, supplies, and materials.
• Maternity Management Program Guidance and educational materials
• Parental Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off: 22 days starting (accrued) + 18 paid holidays (including the full week between Christmas and New Year's.
• Retirement Plan: Annual Employer Contribution of 6% of salary to retirement plan plus employee deferrals.
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance, and Short & Long-term disability
• Catholic Biblical School: Free and discount courses

Application Deadline: September 25, 2026