Director of Communications

Job Description

SAINT PETER SAINT JOAN OF ARC JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Director of Communications
Written/Revised: May 14, 2025
Responsible To: Pastor
FLSA Code: Full Time, Salary-Exempt

I. JOB SUMMARY
The Director of Communications leads, creates, implements, and manages a comprehensive communications strategy for St. Peter St. Joan of Arc Parish. This role is both strategic and hands-on, responsible for producing and distributing communications across all parish channels such as the weekly bulletin, parish website, social media, email, e-newsletters, and more.

Fluent bilingual communication in English and Spanish is essential, as this role serves both language communities equally. In addition to managing core communication platforms, the Director is expected to proactively identify and support other communication needs as they arise, helping to ensure clear, mission-driven engagement with the parish community across a variety of formats and contexts.

II. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Communication Strategy, Execution & Management
• Create, implement, and manage a comprehensive, bilingual communication strategy aligned with the Pastor's vision and the parish mission.
• Design, write, and produce content across all major platforms (bulletin, website, social media, email).
• Proactively identify and support additional communication needs that arise, ensuring effective engagement across diverse parish groups.

Digital & Print Media Production
• Create and distribute the weekly parish bulletin.
• Manage, update, and produce content for the parish website.
• Create and schedule social media posts; monitor engagement.
• Design and distribute e-newsletters and other digital communications.
• Support additional formats as needed (e.g., printed handouts, internal documents, staff communications, etc.).

Bilingual Communications
• Translate and create all materials in both English and Spanish.
• Ensure inclusivity and accessibility across all communication channels.

Internal & Collaborative Communication
• Serve as the primary communications resource for parish staff and ministries.
• Proactively collaborate with staff, volunteers, and ministry leaders to effectively promote events and initiatives.

III. OTHER POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
• Respond to evolving needs beyond standard platforms (e.g., events, signage, outreach, pastoral messages).
• Ensure professionalism, consistency, and alignment with Catholic values in all materials.
• Maintain confidentiality and represent the parish mission through clear and thoughtful communication.
• Collaborate with diocesan communications as needed.
• Supportive of the Pastor's vision.
• Understands Catholic social teaching and applies it to parish policies and practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

IV. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Required
• Fluent bilingual skills (verbal and written) in English and Spanish.
• Ability to take knowledge and transform it into exciting and useful messages and disseminate them to the right audiences through the best distribution channels.
• Advanced computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Proven skills in graphic design and content creation (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite or similar tools).
• Strong understanding of and commitment to the Catholic Church's teachings and mission.
• Compliance with BCI&I background check and completion of the Protecting God's Children program.
Preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Graphic Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in parish, nonprofit, or ministry-related communications roles.
• Experience with website platforms (e.g., WordPress), email marketing tools, and social media management.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling ability in both languages.

V. SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
• Highly collaborative style with the ability to work cross-functionally and build relationships across all levels.
• Experienced in developing and implementing communications strategies across platforms.
• Excellent bilingual writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Culturally sensitive and responsive to the needs of a diverse, bilingual parish.
• Strong track record as an implementer who thrives on managing multiple key initiatives simultaneously.
• Adept at managing by influence with flexibility and professionalism.
• Strategic thinker who brings energy, leadership, and attention to both detail and big-picture messaging.
• Commitment to work collaboratively with all constituent groups, including staff, parishioners, volunteers, diocesan personnel, and external partners.
• Comfortable executing hands-on work (writing, designing, publishing) in a deadline-driven environment.
• Self-starter who is entrepreneurial, enjoys creating and launching new initiatives, and thrives in both independent and team-oriented environments.

About the Employer

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