Associate Director of Hispanic Ministry

Job Description

Summary/Objective:

The Associate Director of Hispanic Ministry provides leadership, coordination and administrative support for the Office of Hispanic Ministry. This role helps with the equipping of parish leaders, manages resources, and fosters multicultural understanding in Hispanic communities. This position collaborates with diocesan staff, priests, parish leaders, and volunteers to promote evangelization, strengthen parish-based Hispanic ministry, and support major diocesan events and initiatives as the implementation of a new Diocesan Pastoral Plan for Hispanic Ministry. The role requires a high level of professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to the mission of the Catholic Church.

Essential Job Functions:

•Assist the Director of the Office of Hispanic Ministry to provide guidance, support, and resources to priests and parish staff & leaders.
•Coordinate and assist in programming diocesan-wide Hispanic ministry events and initiatives in collaboration with other diocesan offices.
•Provide communication, administrative, and project management support to the Director of the Office of Hispanic Ministry
•Provide support and guidance to priests and parish staff in developing and strengthening Hispanic ministry within their parish/pastorates, including sharing resources, materials, and best practices for ministry programming and outreach.
•Manage administrative tasks related to Hispanic ministry programs and events, including maintaining records, organizing event logistics, coordinating communications with parishes, and preparing documents or reports as needed.
•Assist with communication efforts such as email correspondence, event promotion, and coordination with diocesan and parish staff.
•Attend Hispanic Advisory Council meetings and other diocesan staff meetings as required.
•Support the planning and coordination of new events and ministry initiatives, including:
-500th Anniversary of the Apparition of Our Lady of Guadalupe
-Hispanic Women's Annual Conference
-Hispanic Men's Annual Conference
-Hispanic Youth Annual Conference
-Quinceanera retreats
-Among others

Required Competencies:

•Should strive to personally know, love, and serve Jesus Christ through active participation in the life of the Catholic Church.
•Must publicly profess and strive to follow Catholic teachings as proclaimed by the Magisterium of the Church.
•Should have strong interpersonal skills, collaborating effectively and joyfully with people from diverse backgrounds.
•Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
•Contribute to a positive working environment through words and actions, and maintain a positive and professional demeanor.
•Demonstrate integrity and a striving for excellence at work.
•Excellent organizational and time-management abilities, with the capacity to multitask, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
•A reputation for ethical work, honesty, reliability, and professionalism in all interactions.
•Ability to effectively work with diocesan staff and pastors.
•Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment with competing demands.
•Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel) and a willingness to learn marketing and design tools such as Canva.
•Experience with publishing and layout a plus.

Required Education & Experience:

•B.A. or M.A. in Theology, Education, Ministry, Administration, or similar field preferred.
•Catechetical or Evangelization Certification/Formation preferred.
•Experience at parish ministry with Hispanic community, as a staff member or volunteer, is required.
•Bilingual verbal and written proficiency in Spanish and English is required.

Work Relationships:

•Director of the Office of Hispanic Ministry; Diocesan Staff
•Priests and parish staff

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

•This position regularly requires sitting, standing, and the ability to lift moderate weight.
•Must possess a valid driver's license and the ability to provide reliable transportation for travel to diocesan parishes and events.

Classification:

•Part-time

Reports to:

•Director of the Office of Hispanic Ministry

Other Duties:

•This job description is not designed or intended to be a comprehensive or exhaustive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of an employee in this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice, at the discretion of the Bishop of the Diocese of Madison.

About the Employer

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Madison, serving Southern Wisconsin, is building mission-driven communities of faith to share the life-changing good news of Jesus Christ. From the confluence of the Mississippi and Wisconsin rivers in the beautiful Driftless Area to the rolling glacial plains, bluffs, and lakes surrounding our state capital region, we're blessed with a rich blend of rural communities and vibrant cities, each shaped by our longstanding Catholic heritage.