Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Formation

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective:
The Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Formation advances the Diocese of Madison's mission of Go Make Disciples by supporting, equipping, and mentoring parishes in the evangelization and faith formation of middle and high school youth and young adults. This position assists parishes in establishing, developing, and strengthening youth ministry programs; develops and coordinates formation resources and leadership opportunities; and coordinates diocesan initiatives that help young people encounter Christ, deepen their faith, and actively participate in the life of the Church.

Essential Job Functions:

Relationships & Communication
•Communicate and support parishes in the diocesan implementation of the Gospel mandate to Go Make Disciples (Mt. 28).
•Build and maintain collaborative relationships with parish leaders, including pastors, DREs, youth ministers, Catholic school principals and religion teachers to support youth formation initiative and communicate diocesan resources, events, and priorities.
•Host annual formation/visioning/planning events for youth formation in parishes (Bosco Bash).
•Collaboration with Camp Gray staff.

Parish Based Formation Support
•Mentor and coach parish staff responsible for youth and young adult ministry, providing guidance, best practices, strategic planning support, and ongoing consultation to strengthen local ministry efforts.
•Assist parishes in establishing, developing, and sustaining effective youth ministry programs that foster evangelization, discipleship, and engagement in parish life.
•Support parish Confirmation preparation by maintaining and developing Confirmation guidelines.
•Coordinate diocesan Confirmation schedules and related communications with parishes and the Office of the Bishop.
•Collaborate with the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis staff and youth formation leaders to develop vision, supplemental resources, and support for parish middle and high school youth formation programs.
•Coordinate, plan, and implement diocesan Confirmation retreats as a resource for parishes to attend.

In Collaboration with the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis
•Participate in the planning and implementation of the annual convocation.
•Participate in the planning of and help facilitate regional gatherings and spring meetings.
•Participate in and help facilitate Getting Started and professional formation of parish catechetical leaders.
•Assist parishes with adult formation for family catechesis.
•Participate in planning of the evangelization efforts and mission of Go Make Disciples.
•Serve as a Go Make Disciples parish mentor.

Direct Outreach and Events
•Collaborate with the Coordinator of Youth Formation in the visioning, planning, implementation, and evaluation of diocesan youth events, including Love Begins Here, Frassati Fest, and teen leadership formation opportunities.
•Be available to work out of the office with Love Begins Here, Frassati Fest, and other such events including early mornings, late evenings, and overnights.
•Develop and maintain a comprehensive diocesan clearinghouse of young adult ministry opportunities by collaborating with parishes, managing website content, and utilizing communication platforms to promote information on programs, events, and resources for young adults.
•On behalf of the Bishop, collaborate with the Cathedral Parish to develop, promote, and coordinate young adult ministry initiatives that foster faith formation, engagement, and community among young adults throughout the Diocese of Madison.
•Plan, organize, and execute the annual Diocese of Madison Young Adult Retreat and/or Conference, including program development, logistics, volunteer coordination, promotion, and participant engagement.

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.
•Self-motivated and proactive leader capable of independently managing projects, setting priorities, and driving ministry initiatives from vision to implementation.
•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.
•Excellent problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify challenges, develop effective solutions, and exercise sound judgement in a collaborative ministry environment.
•Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel)
•Proficient knowledge of design programs (Canva, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, etc.)
•Understanding of curriculum creation, sound catechetical principles, and Catholic theology.
•Excellent command of social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and podcasts.
•Interest in being informed about trends affecting teens and young adults and communication platforms they are using.

Required Education & Experience:
•B.A. or M.A. in Theology, Education, Ministry, Administration, or similar field preferred.
•Catechetical or Evangelization Certification/Formation preferred.
•3-5 years' experience in parish youth formation

Work Relationships:
•Director of the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis; 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.
•Must be available for evenings, weekends, and occasional overnight work to support parish youth and young adult formation programs and diocesan events.

Classification:
•Full time

Reports to:
•Director of the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis

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.