Description
Cathedral of St Joseph in Jefferson City, MO is seeking a Director of Parish Administration to support the Pastor in the daily administration of parish life. This role oversees staff, coordinates parish operations, and helps ensure our ministries work together to fulfill the mission of the Church.
We are looking for a practicing Catholic with strong leadership, communication, and
organizational skills who desires to serve the Church in a meaningful way.
The Director of Parish Administration serves as the primary coordinator and supervisor of parish staff employees, supporting the Pastor in the administration and daily operations of the parish office and is accountable to him. This role ensures that parish ministries, staff, and operations function collaboratively to support the mission of the Church: proclaiming the Gospel, celebrating the sacraments, and serving the community.
The Director of Parish Administration fosters communication, accountability, and unity among parish staff while implementing the pastoral vision established by the Pastor.
Essential Responsibilities
Staff Leadership and Supervision
- Foster a positive, mission-driven workplace rooted in Catholic values.
- Provide direct supervision, accountability, support, and coordination for parish staff members, some of whom are volunteers.
- Conduct regular staff meetings to ensure communication, collaboration, and alignment with parish priorities.
- Assist the pastor in hiring, onboarding, evaluating, and developing parish staff.
- Address personnel concerns and support conflict resolution when needed.
Parish Administration
- Coordinate day-to-day operations of parish offices and ministries.
- Ensure parish policies and diocesan guidelines are followed.
- Assist with strategic planning and implementation of parish goals.
- Oversee administrative systems and workflow across ministries.
Communication
- Serve as a central communication point among the pastor, and parish staff.
- Assist with internal and external parish communications.
- Promote transparency and collaboration among parish departments.
Budget and Resource Oversight
- Work with parish staff and Finance Director to monitor departmental budgets.
- Ensure effective use of parish resources.
- Assist with planning for staffing and ministry needs.
Mission and Pastoral Support
- Support the pastor in implementing the parish pastoral plan.
- Encourage staff formation and professional development.
Work Environment
- Office environment within a parish setting.
- Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for parish events or liturgical celebrations.
Qualifications
Required
- Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
- Commitment to the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Bachelor’s degree in theology, pastoral ministry, Catholic school administration, business administration, nonprofit management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3–5 years of staff leadership or management experience.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to lead teams with pastoral sensitivity and professional accountability
Preferred
- Experience working in a Catholic parish, school, diocese, or ministry setting.
- Experience supervising staff or coordinating ministries.
- Experience implementing strategic or pastoral initiatives.
Key Competencies
- Leadership and team development
- Organizational management
- Conflict resolution
- Strategic planning
- Communication and collaboration
To apply or learn more contact:
Fr. Stephen W. Jones
The Cathedral of St Joseph
2305 W. Main St.
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 635-7991
