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ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF RALEIGH

Manager of Human Resources

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Raleigh seeks a dynamic HR Manager to lead and/or administer the design and delivery of core HR services in the following areas: recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; performance management; orientation and training; employee relations; personnel records/HRIS and legal compliance. The HR Manager will play a strategic role in the formulation of Diocesan human resource policies, procedures and programs for the Catholic Center, parishes, schools and agencies within the Diocese and will also manage the activities of the Avila Retreat Center and Short Journey Retreat Center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Advises the Director of Finance and Executive Staff regarding human resource issues and trends impacting the Diocese’s strategic initiatives and overall organizational effectiveness.
  • Formulates human resources policies, procedures and practices and administers them equitably, consistently and in compliance with federal, state and local regulations in order to ensure risk management. Also apprises the Director of Finance of new developments in employment laws, particularly when management decisions may be impacted.
  • Identifies legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting the Human Resources Division (e.g., EEO, FLSA, ADA, FMLA) and represents the Diocese before outside agencies including the EEOC, Workers Compensation and Department of Labor.
  • Develops and maintains a system for the efficient storage and retrieval of personnel records and other human resources related data to meet the information needs of the Diocese.
  • Oversees the recruitment and selection process, evaluates the effectiveness of recruitment approaches, implements strategies to continually improve the applicant flow, serves as a resource to search committees and assists with the employment and placement of new employees.
  • Develops, recommends, implements and maintains an equitable and effective compensation program for employees including the methodology for determining pay increases, conducting periodic salary studies and writing and modifying job descriptions.
  • Assesses, recommends and implements employee benefit programs that are cost-effective and competitive within the non-profit sector and oversees the administration of benefits.
  • Determines and recommends employee programs that foster effective employee communications and promote a high level of employee morale.
  • Develops an effective performance management program including the creation of performance evaluation forms that reflect performance criteria based on accurate and current job descriptions. Also trains individuals that function in a supervisory capacity on effective performance evaluation techniques.
  • Establishes orientation and training programs that address Diocesan needs (e.g., interviewing, performance appraisal).
  • Provides guidance and consultative services to directors, parishes and schools regarding current issues in human resources, new developments in employment legislation, staffing, employee relations and the handling of disciplinary matters.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director of Finance and/or the Executive Staff.

Required Qualifications:

  • Masters Degree in Business, Human Resource Management or related area
  • SPHR certification by the Human Resources Certification Institute preferred
  • HR generalist background with broad knowledge of employment, compensation, benefits, policy formulation, organizational planning, employee relations and training and development
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with many different constituent groups within the organization
  • Sound judgment with the ability to think strategically and solve problems effectively
  • Proven leadership capabilities with previous experience managing, supervising and motivating HR staff
  • Strong organizational skills and resourceful with the ability to prioritize projects and assignments according to timelines and importance; also comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Knowledge of and appreciation for the ecclesial structures of the Catholic Church

Additional Background:

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Raleigh is the headquarters office for 96 parishes and missions, 23 schools, and all other official entities of the Catholic Church in the eastern half of the state of North Carolina.

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Raleigh has retained eduSearch to assist with recruitment. To apply for this position, go to: www.edusearchonline.com/candidates.php. Questions regarding this position can be directed to (843) 564-6440 or info@edusearchonline.com.

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Director of the Office of Catechetics & Initiation

Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland, Maine

The Director of the Office of Catechetics & Initiation is responsible for the ongoing development of the ministry of catechetics and initiation in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland. The Director strives to engage a comprehensive vision and process for the parishes/clusters of the diocese based on ecclesial norms and directives, including the National Directory for Catechesis, the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, and Our Hearts Were Burning Within Us.

Candidates must be in full communion with the Church and have a solid commitment to and praxis in the Roman Catholic doctrinal tradition. Candidates must hold an MA in Theology, Ministry, Religious Education, or Pastoral Studies with 5 years experience in parish and/or diocesan catechetical and initiation ministries that includes a significant background in adult catechesis, the catechumenate, and lay ecclesial ministry. Excellent leadership, management, communication and budgeting skills/experience; and the ability to travel throughout the state are required as well. For a complete role description, see our website: www.portlanddiocese.org. Cover letter and resume to: Elizabeth Allen, Diocesan Director of HR, Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland, 510 Ocean Ave. P.O. Box 11559, Portland, Maine 04104 or email Elizabeth.Allen@portlanddiocese.org.

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DIRECTOR OF MISSION

BON SECOURS ST. PETERSBURG
Bon Secours Maria Manor Nursing Care and Rehabilitation Center

Bon Secours St. Petersburg (Bon Secours Maria Manor Nursing Care and Rehabilitation Center) is seeking a dedicated person to fill the position of Director of Mission. The Director of Mission supports the organization through participation on the executive management team, integration of mission and values within the hospital system, and leadership of all Mission functions, programs and activities.

A Bachelor's degree is required; however, a Master's degree in Catholic theology/religious studies/spirituality/ethics, or equivalent is preferred. The candidate must possess at least three (3) years demonstrated experience in faith-based organization leadership and have knowledge of the Catholic health ministry and traditions. With a commitment to embracing and sharing the values of Bon Secours, the successful candidate will have also have an understanding of spirituality in the broadest sense of the word.

The candidate should demonstrate a professional history of effective communication, the ability to work collaboratively with diverse internal and external constituencies, and effective public speaking and presentation skills. Health care experience and an understanding of the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services is preferred.

Bon Secours St. Petersburg (Bon Secours Maria Manor Nursing Care and Rehabilitation Center) is part of Bon Secours Health System, a contemporary, forward-reaching expression of the social mission of the Catholic Church, and the healing, liberating and compassionate tradition of the Sisters of Bon Secours and co-sponsoring congregations.

Headquartered in warm and sunny St. Petersburg, Florida, Bon Secours St. Petersburg is a system of senior services including a 274-bed nursing care and rehabilitation center, a 102-bed assisted living facility (Bon Secours Place) and a home care agency (Bon Secours St. Petersburg Home Care Services).

Interested individuals should review the job description and application process at http://www.bonsecoursstpete.org. Just click on the "Careers" section and "search for open positions."

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Recruiter contact:
Margaret Wells
HR Recruitment Specialist
10300 4th Street, North
St. Petersburg, FL 33716
(727) 568-1001
margaret_wells@bshsi.org

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Director of Finance

The ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF RALEIGH is currently searching for a Director of Finance, reporting to the CFO/COO, to oversee and administer all day-to-day aspects of Diocesan finances. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Raleigh is the headquarters office for 96 parishes and missions, 23 schools, and all other official entities of the Catholic Church in the eastern half of the state of North Carolina. The central office budget is $12 million; parish and school budgets approach $100 million. The Diocese administers various plans, endowment funds, and employee benefits, coordinates payroll, and serves as a central bank for all entities of the Catholic Church in eastern North Carolina.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and/or execute day-to-day financial operations/duties for Diocese including general ledger analysis, journal entries, accounts payable and receivables, payroll, cash management and reconciliations, and budgeting and financial reporting.
  • Implement financial policies, procedures and systems as required, and ensure internal control procedures are adequate, properly documented, adhered to and regularly reviewed.
  • Administer and oversee pension plans, endowment funds employee benefits and payroll.
  • Manage and project weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual cash flows from multiple sources of funds and in multiple accounts.
  • Develop and maintain key banking relations to ensure the interests and needs of the diocese are adequately addressed.
  • Provide leadership and ongoing support to staff and liaise with internal and external stakeholders as needed.
  • Oversee the audit of various financial records, ensuring external auditors have the required information and issues are addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion.
  • Manage various projects and initiatives as requested, such as participating in the restructure of Diocesan assets for their protection and structuring the Deposit and Loan program.

Required Qualifications:

  • MBA or CPA
  • 5-7 years of progressive experience in similar role(s)
  • Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and analyze data, documents and trends
  • Superior planning and project management skills
  • Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team and provide ongoing leadership and support to staff
  • Knowledge of and appreciation for the ecclesial structures of the Catholic Church
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Raleigh has retained eduSearch to assist with recruitment. To apply for this position, go to: www.edusearchonline.com/candidates.php. Questions regarding this position can be directed to (843) 564-6440 or info@edusearchonline.com.

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Pastoral Administrator Applications

Diocese of Rochester, New York is seeking applicants to be considered for the pool of Pastoral Administrator Candidates for parish leadership positions. From this pool, applicants are encouraged to apply to the Bishop for assignments. These assignments are 4 year terms, renewable twice, for a total of 12 years. Requirements include a Master's Degree in theology, religious studies or related field, a minimum of successful experience in a parish setting, experience and skills in finance, human resources and supervision and an ability to articulate one's own faith journey with others. The diocese currently has 15 Pastoral Administrators leading one or more parishes. If you have any questions or wish to apply to be considered for the pool of candidates, please contact: Barbara Pedeville at Pedeville@dor.org, 585-328-3228, ext. 1215, fax 585-529-9529 or mail to 1150 Buffalo Road, Rochester, New York 14624.

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Director of Human Resources

The Congregation of St. Joseph is a newly formed entity comprised of seven Centers with approximately 400 full-time and part-time employees. The position of Human Resource Director will report to the Chief Operating Officer and be responsible for the oversight, direction and planning for all human resource policies and activities. This scope will include, but not be limited to, personnel policies and protocols, wage administration, employee benefits, workers compensation administration and personnel training and development. This position will interact at the Organizational Level with Directors and the geographical location managers and supervisors. Candidates should possess several years experience in managing human resources, personnel planning and wage and benefit administration. Must be willing to work out of one of the seven Congregational Centers and to travel on a regular basis (20% - 30%). The Centers are located in Wheeling, West Virginia; Cleveland, Ohio; Cincinnati, Ohio; Tipton, Indiana; Kalamazoo, Michigan; LaGrange Park, Illinois; Wichita, Kansas. Interested Applicants should send resume in MS Word or PDF Format By February 23rd: John Emilio – c/o CSJ Nazareth Business Office; PO Box 13, 3427 Gull Road; Kalamazoo, MI 49074-0013. Or email resume to: jemil401@gmail.com No telephone inquiries.

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Motherhouse Administrator

Our Lady of Victory Missionary Sisters is seeking an Administrator for their Motherhouse located in Huntington, Indiana; the Motherhouse includes a long term care facility for the Sisters. This position requires an energetic person with outstanding supervisory and managerial skills. The candidate will be overseeing effective, efficient and caring services to the Sisters and guests at the Motherhouse. The Administrator will work closely with department directors in developing budgets, implementing safety policies, performing long-range planning and operating in an environmentally friendly manner. Qualifications are a BS/BA or six to eight years experience in Administrative/Management, an understanding of long term care, the ability to collaborate with diverse people, to delegate responsibility, to incorporate the mission and goals of the Congregation into daily activities, and to appreciate the uniqueness of religious life. Excellent benefit package.

Please send resume to: Attention, Kathi Sands, P.O. Box 109, Huntington, IN 46750-0109 or e-mail: ksands@olvm.org.

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Assistant Director of Human Resources


The Office of Human Resources of the Archdiocese of Seattle has an opening
for a full-time Assistant Director of Human Resources. This opening is to
fill a position created through restructuring.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL PURPOSE:
Assists with the development, implementation, and maintenance of the
Archdiocesan (Chancery and parish) human resources policies and procedures.
Assures that parishes and schools are also in compliance with Archdiocesan
policies and procedures through on-site visits throughout the Archdiocese.

ESSENTIAL POSITION DUTIES:

1.    Under the direction of the Associate Director of Human Resources,
participates with other staff members in implementing the mission of the
department.     This may include planning, developing and evaluating the
department’s programs and services.
2.     Serves as a professional resource to pastors and other parish
supervisors by providing feedback and advice on implementing parish human
resources       policies; recruiting; position descriptions; salary grades and
compensation; layoffs and terminations.  Interprets and applies policies to
individual      situations.
 3.    Conducts parish personnel audits.
 4.  Participates in planning and delivering training to chancery and parish
supervisors, clergy and other staff.
 5. Serves as professional resource to Archdiocesan (parish and Chancery)
staff in the area of employee relations; provides meeting facilitation and
mediation       services between employees and supervisors to discuss performance
or grievance issues.
 6.    Visits or contacts Archdiocesan parishes, schools and agencies at
least annually to assure their compliance with regulations, policies and
requirements in         the following areas which include but are not limited to:
               *   Compliance with Safe Environment Policies;
               *   Handling of Sunday and other parish collections,
processing and deposit;
               *   Automobile insurance coverage;
               *   Compliance with wage and hour requirements;
               *   Compliance with Labor & Industry requirements (including
Safety Program):
               *   Compliance with payroll policies and regulations;
               *   Compliance with the Health Insurance Portability &
Accountability Act (HIPAA);
               *   Proper administration of benefits for parish and school
employees;
               *   Other compliance issues as directed.
       Maintains accurate records of all compliance visits, results and
follow-ups.  Assures that deficiencies/errors are corrected in a timely
manner, and that        the correction is documented.
 7.    Collaborates in the development of a compliance schedule and
communication plan.  Serves as the Archdiocesan liaison and maintains
ongoing         communication to parishes, schools and Archdiocesan agencies.
 8.    Provides and/or coordinates compliance training.  This may include
developing materials and processes for compliance, presenting in-service
workshops       and, if required, provides one-on-one consultation.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
 1.       Primary:
       Willingness and ability to support the mission of the Church by extending
the ministry of the Archbishop.
       Ability and desire to use God-given gifts and talents in service of the
local Church in support of the collaboration between lay and ordained
Ministers.
       Active member of a parish/faith community in good standing with the Church.
 2.       Education:
       a.    Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
       b.    HR certification preferred.
 3.    Experience:
       a.    At least 3 years experience administering/implementing human
resources policies and
                       procedures.
       b.    Demonstrated experience in analyzing and interpreting federal, state
and local
                       employment law.
       c.     Experience in determining compliance with and in explaining and
interpreting
                archdiocesan policies and procedures.
       d.    Experience working as a human resources generalist, highly preferred.
4.       Other Elements:
       a.    Knowledge of and familiarity with the structures, organizations,
policies and culture of
                       the Archdiocese of Seattle.
       b.    Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws as they relate to
employment laws and
                       regulations.
       c.     Experience working in a parish, preferred.
       d.    Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written, including
the ability to make
                       presentations and prepare reports.
       e.    Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective
working relationships.
       f.     Excellent writing, proofreading, editing skills.
       g.    Ability to maintain a high level of discretion and handle details of
confidential nature.
       h.    Excellent organizational skills and ability to work under pressure
and to manage multiple
                       priorities.
       i.      Ability to work some evening and weekends.
       j.     Possession of a valid Washington driver’s license and ability to
travel throughout the
               Archdiocese of Seattle.
       k.    Bilingual competency, preferred.
Competitive salary and excellent benefits.  Please call (206) 382-2070 or
visit our web site at www.seattlearch.org/jobs and click on “Chancery Jobs”
for an application form.


Please send resume to: Attention, Kathi Sands, P.O. Box 109, Huntington, IN 46750-0109 or e-mail: ksands@olvm.org.

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Program Director

Response-Ability

Response-Ability, a ministry of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, is a non-profit volunteer program that trains educators in the Holy Child spirit. Response-Ability offers the Teacher Service Program which places volunteers in inner-city Catholic schools in Philadelphia, Los Angeles and Washington, DC, as well as an international program in the Dominican Republic and Chile. Volunteers live in community and have the option to attend graduate school.

The Program Director works in conjunction with and reports to the Executive Director of Response-Ability. The Program Director is responsible for volunteer recruitment, orientation and teacher training, community development, communication with staff and volunteers, school and graduate school relations, and administrative support.

RA seeks candidates with a background in education, volunteer experience, and strong leadership skills. RA values the following qualities in successful staff members: teamwork, self-management, effective communication, decision-making, creativity, and a spirit of celebration. A bachelor’s degree is required. Teacher certification is preferred.

The work site is currently in Drexel Hill, PA and will be moving soon to Rosemont, PA. Letters of interest stating desired salary and resumes can be emailed to Elizabeth Eager at liz@ravolunteers.org or mailed to Response-Ability, Executive Director, 460 Shadeland Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA 19026.

AUDITOR/TRIBUNAL OFFICE MANAGER

Diocese of Phoenix

The Diocese of Phoenix seeks an Auditor/Tribunal Office Manager for the Tribunal. This individual is responsible for reviewing and assessing the progress of marriage cases from the time they are assigned until they are prepared for trial, gathering evidence and apprising the Judges of any problems that may develop in the case as it proceeds. Primary responsibilities as an auditor include conducting depositions and gathering testimony in marriage cases in conformity with the prescriptions of the 1983 Revised Code of Canon Law, coordinating with judges, defenders, and advocates to maintain steady process of the case information; and providing assistance to priests, deacons, and pastoral ministers in preparing marriage cases. Primary responsibilities as the office manager include managing the budget, supervising the support staff for the Tribunal, serving as administrator for the Canonical computer software, and responding to inquiries from parishes, parties, and other dioceses.

Qualifications: Active practicing Catholic in good standing with three years experience as a supervisor or program manager. The applicant should have a Masters degree, with a minimum of three years experience in Canon Law, counseling, or pastoral ministry including a minimum of two years experience in canonical annulment processing or Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate field, with a minimum of seven years experience in Canon Law, counseling or pastoral ministry including at least three years involved with tribunal or canonical annulment processing.

Requirements: Well organized, detail oriented, self motivated with excellent office and supervisory skills; Ability to maintain complete confidentiality and professional discretion in dealing with Tribunal cases and a demonstrated pastoral interest and sensitivity for clients involved in these cases; flexible and competent in dealing with clients and staff; Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and ability to learn the Tribunal database program and other office equipment; the ability to work in a team environment with minimum supervision; and an understanding of canon law and procedures as they pertain to marriage cases.

Ability to speak and write Spanish is preferred.

E-mail resume with cover letter to: applicants@diocesephoenix.org, fax to (602) 354-2428 or mail to Human Resources, Diocese of Phoenix, 400 E. Monroe St., Phoenix, AZ 85004.

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