College Outreach Minister

Job Description

About this Position

The College Outreach Minister leads pastoral outreach to college students in the Portland area to foster growth in the Catholic faith and connection among young people. We are looking for the right person to be a part of this vital and dynamic ministry.

Key responsibilities include:

Outreach to college students who are associated with the life and ministry of the Portland Peninsula and Island Parishes.
Mentoring and training of college student leaders, supporting their efforts to build up Catholic life in Portland.
Collaboration with college student leaders in the organization of various liturgical, social, and service activities.
The College Outreach Minister reports directly to the Director of the Portland Catholic Center for Faith and works at the Pastoral Office, which is located at the Cathedral property on 307 Congress Street in Portland.

The position is part-time, non-exempt (10 hours/wk)

Qualifications

The successful candidate is a practicing Roman Catholic who enthusiastically supports the mission of the Church and has a strong understanding of the faith. He or she should be effective in building meaningful relationships and connections. The successful candidate should also conduct work with a balance of attention to detail and strategic vision.

About the Portland Peninsula and Island Parishes

The Roman Catholic community on the Portland Peninsula and Islands is comprised of five parishes: The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sacred Heart/St. Dominic Parish, St. Peter's Parish, St. Louis Parish, and St. Christopher Parish. These parishes are served by a team of priests and staff, who collaborate with volunteers and other organizations to guide and support the ongoing life and ministry of a community of over 4,000 Catholics in the greater Portland area.

Application Process

Applications should include the following:

Focused cover letter addressing the above requirements
Resume
Contact information for three (3) professional reference
All applications and nominations will be considered confidential. Please send application materials via email to Abrey.Feliccia@portlanddiocese.org. All applications received will be acknowledged initially with brief email response. Selected candidates will be contacted by phone for initial screening interview.

Full job description:

https://portlandcatholic.org/employment

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:

Portland, ME 04101 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:

Portland, ME 04101: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person

About the Employer

The Roman Catholic community on the Portland Peninsula and Islands is comprised of five parishes: The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sacred Heart/St. Dominic Parish, St. Peter's Parish, St. Louis Parish, and St. Christopher Parish. These parishes are served by a team of priests and staff, who collaborate with volunteers and other organizations to guide and support the ongoing life and ministry of a community of over 4,000 Catholics in the greater Portland area.