Pastoral Associate

Archdiocese of Omaha; Omaha, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Pius X parish in Omaha is seeking a full-time Pastoral Associate for an 11-month term, reporting to the Pastor. The role includes administrative, evangelization and pastoral duties, with responsibilities across parish groups and committees to support mission-driven activities.

You will collaborate with staff, volunteers, and parishioners to foster welcoming ministry, develop leadership capacity, and enhance community outreach throughout the year.

Qualifications

• Strong desire to serve others.
• Ability to build and foster strong relationships with staff, volunteers and parishioners.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Experience leading teams and/or projects.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Pastor, shares in administrative, evangelization and pastoral ministry duties.
• Serve as a member of the parish staff, providing leadership, consultation and resourcing to various groups and committees.
• Support and coordinate parish processes and initiatives across ministries.

Skills

Strong desire to serve others

Relationship building

Communication skills

Leadership coaching

Organizational flexibility

Education

Catholic faith commitment

Ministry/administrative experience desired

Team/project leadership experience

Job description

Location

Name of Facility: St. Pius X

Address
6905 Blondo
Omaha, Nebraska
68104

Submitted By

Name: Rita Ramos

Email: [e-mail]

Description

Reports to: Pastor

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Does working with a diverse group of people who value hard work, in a parish that is committed to social justice, lay leadership, and a welcoming spirit sound appealing? Do you enjoy work that offers you something different every day? Do you want to help bring others to Christ through your work? Then look no further! St. Pius X has a perfect job for you.

St. Pius X is hiring a full-time (11 month) Pastoral Associate. Under the direction of the Pastor, the Pastoral Associate shares in the administrative, evangelization and pastoral ministry duties of the parish. You will serve as a member of the parish staff, providing leadership, consultation, support and resourcing to various groups, committees, and processes in the parish.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong desire to serve others.
• Ability to build and foster strong relationships with staff, volunteers and parishioners.
• Capable of establishing and maintaining trust, confidentiality and flexibility with pastor and ministry leaders.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner.
• Problem-solver with ability to think critically and implement resolutions effectively.
• Sees the big picture and capable of understanding long-term needs.
• Ability and willingness to provide guidance, coaching, and leadership to aid individuals to be successful.
• Ability to delegate while providing the appropriate amount of support and direction.

Education and Experience

• Active, practicing Catholic with commitment and fidelity to the mission of the Church.
• Previous ministry and administrative experience desired.
• Experience leading teams and/or projects.