Administrative Assistant for Vicar Gen and Clergy Personnel

Roman Catholic Diocese of Erie

Erie, PA

Job ID#:
15000173935
Posted:
March 3, 2026
Expires:
May 2, 2026
Category:
Clerical/Administrative
Terms:
Full-Time Employee
Experience:
0-2 Years
Education:
Undergraduate Degree
Base Pay:
$18.00 to $20.00 Hourly
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Job Description

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: hrinfo@eriercd.org. (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
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About the Employer

Diocese of Erie

With faith in Jesus Christ
and commitment to living Gospel values,
the Roman Catholic Diocese of Erie,
in communion with the universal Church,
serves the people of northwestern Pennsylvania.
Through evangelization, education, charity, service,
the proclamation of Word and the celebration of Sacrament,
the mission of our Community
is to call forth the gifts of individuals
in order to enable each person to advance the reign of God
and achieve full human potential
and salvation in Jesus Christ.