Associate Director for Outreach

Job Description

SUMMARY: The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston is seeking suitable candidates for the position of Associate Director for Outreach, Office of Young Adult Ministry & Campus Ministry. The Associate Director will work in collaboration with the director of the Office in a comprehensive young adult ministry in parishes through leadership development, training, education, programs, and outreach events.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must be an active Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church. The Associate Director must have an intimate knowledge of the New Evangelization and Catholic Social Teaching as he/she is responsible helping form young adults in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston as Missionary Disciples with a special focus on service to those in need. Knowledge of parish support and consultation; young adult faith formation and leadership development programs; marketing and social media are expected. The Associate Director must possess strong intercultural skills in relating with young adults, pastors and clergy, parish staff, and other agencies of the Archdiocese.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
• Master's degree in pastoral ministry, theology or related field.
• A minimum of two to four years of experience in ministry with youth or young adults
• Thorough understanding of Catholic teachings and ability to teach
• Fluent and literate in English is required
• Some experience with Spanish language is preferred but not required.
• Organizational and management skills are required
• Experience in and knowledge of parish and church structures

Please send a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements* to resume@archgh.org with the job title YACM Associate Director for Outreach on the subject line.

*Applicants that do not include salary requirement will not be considered.

About the Employer

Serving the needs of Catholic young adults (ages 18-39) within the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.