Now Hiring: Administrative Assistant Office of the Vicar General & Clergy Office - Chancery, Erie (SMCC) Full-Time • Hourly • Non-Exempt
The Diocese of Erie is seeking a mission-driven, highly organized Administrative Assistant to support the Vicar General and Clergy Office. This key role helps coordinate clergy events and retreats, manages sensitive information, maintains data and records, and provides professional, welcoming assistance to priests, parish staff, and visitors.
What You'll Do • Provide confidential administrative support and manage calendars, communications, and departmental workflow • Coordinate clergy events (retreats, gatherings, Emmaus, etc.) • Prepare appointment letters, decrees, and official documents • Maintain clergy databases and assist with reports • Support website updates, email lists, and office operations • Serve as a helpful, professional liaison to clergy and diocesan offices
What We're Looking For • A practicing Catholic in good standing • Associate degree required; bachelor's preferred • 5+ years administrative experience (event planning a plus) • Strong communication, organization, and proofreading skills • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion • Experience with Ministry Platform or similar databases preferred
Work Environment Quiet Chancery office setting; occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
How to Apply Full position profile and application may be found at https://www.eriercd.org/. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, references, and a signed and completed job application form in one of two ways:
1. Scan and email all materials to: [email protected]. (Application form must be scanned, completed, and signed.) or, 2. Mail to Attn: Human Resources, Administrative Assistant for Vicar General and Clergy Office Search, 429 East Grandview Blvd., Erie, PA 16504
