Marriage and Family Life Director Diocese of Green Bay / Curia Full-Time, Benefit Eligible
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Marriage & Family Life Director is responsible for overseeing diocesan programs, initiatives, and resources related to the pastoral care of the family and marriage all to advance the missionary discipleship of the family as the Domestic Church in the Diocese of Green Bay. These efforts and activities will be carried out according to the laws, documents, and doctrines prescribed by the Roman Catholic Church (the Church) and the policies and procedures of the Diocese of Green Bay.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: "Embrace the mission and vision of the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay and work in accordance with Catholic Teachings and the moral and ethical values of the Catholic Church."
• Bachelor's degree in theology or Pastoral Studies with a focus on the sociology or psychology of married life, plus a minimum of three years' demonstrated experience in the field in a related parish or diocesan position. • Must have experience ministering to families with knowledge of the theology, spirituality and Christian social practices pertaining to family life in today's society. • Must have a demonstrated knowledge of applicable Church documents on married life, particularly Gaudium et spes, Familiaris consortio, Theology of the Body and Amoris Laetitia. • Must have an appreciable understanding of the Church's teachings on Family Life and the Sanctity of Marriage. • Must work in accordance with Catholic Social Teachings, the moral and ethical values of the Catholic Church, and the mission and vision of the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay. • Must be a practicing Catholic and a member in good standing of a Catholic parish in the Diocese of Green Bay. • Must have knowledge of budgeting and budget management. • Must have knowledge of general management techniques. • Must have a valid driver's license. • Strong written and oral communications skills. • Computer skills including a knowledge of typical office software and the internet. • Collaborative leadership and listening skills. • People-oriented, with the ability to complete multiple projects and tasks as required. • The ability to train and work with couples who help present the various programs. • Preferred: bilingual and multicultural experience. • Ability to make clear and accurate presentations to groups. • Ability to work on weekends as needed and to travel to offer services in various parts of the diocese. • Must be detail-oriented, patient, able to make decisions in collaboration with others, and to meet deadlines. • Ability to prioritize, to remain flexible, and complete projects independently and on a timely basis.
If interested in this position, please apply at: https://www.gbdioc.org/careers/
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
