Part-Time RCIA Program Coordinator, Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish

POSITION SUMMARY

The RCIA Coordinator is a professional minister who is part of the parish Religious Education Department. He or she is a member of the parish staff and works directly under the Director of Religious Education (DRE) to direct the RICA Program (RCIA) for children, teenagers, young adults and adults in English and Spanish.  The ministry of RCIA Coordinator or Team Leader is to work closely with the DRE, under his/her supervision, to enable the parish community to take the central role in the formation of the catechumens.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

(Other duties may be assigned)

• Implements the ongoing RCIA process in the parish according to the latest Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
• Responsible for supervising RCIA team and other volunteers
• Conducts recruitment, training, and ongoing formation of members of the RCIA team in the catechumenal ministry
• Coordinates and attends the various Rites throughout the year
• Provides RCIA resource and educational materials for the RCIA team as well as the individuals going through the RCIA process
• Educates the parish leadership and parish community concerning the RCIA process and the primary role the community plays in that process
• Responsible for creating and managing the parish RCIA budget, with the pastor’s guidance and approval

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

     (Other duties may be assigned)

• Teach all classes (First option)
• Organize a team of volunteers so that they can teach the classes (Second option)
• Seek further training if option #2 is taken.
• Coordinate and help prepare the God Parents.

QUALIFICATIONS TO PERFORM THE JOB SUCCESSFULLY:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability or physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education and/or Experience:

• ILM graduate, High School Diploma, College (preferred) and an expressed interest in higher
• Experience in parish-based ministry, religious education, ministry leadership and public speaking.
• Knowledgeable of principles of management, team building, and collaboration.
• Knowledgeable of concepts of proper communication, including referrals, boundaries.
• Prior experience as a member of an RCIA team is preferred.
• Knowledgeable about the diocesan guidelines and policies, especially those related to the Office for the Protection of Children & Vulnerable Adults.

Computer Skills:

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher, etc).

Other Requirements:

• Fluent in English and Spanish, both verbally and written.
• Recognizes and respects the cultural and ethnic diversity of the parish and the diocese.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, to work as a team, and respond to directions and suggestions.
• Ability to assume responsibility for project completion.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and, reliable.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church structure, culture, and its mission.

Salary Range: $20.00 – $21.00 per hour based on experience and education.

How to Apply: Please send your Resume and Cover Letter to Socorro Cruz at socorro.cruz@dsj.org