Associate Director for Liturgical Formation

Job Description

The Office of Worship seeks an Associate Director for Liturgical Formation to share responsibility
for the proper implementation and celebration of liturgy in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
with specific responsibility in the area of liturgical formation. This position plans, prepares and
implements programs for liturgical formation; serves as liturgical resource for parishes and
archdiocesan offices; and assists in general liturgy preparation. This is a full-time no less than 40
hours per week, benefits, and PTO eligible position; remote work is
not permitted. Candidates must be practicing Catholics in good standing with the Church.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Coordinate liturgical minister formation programs, including virtual offerings on the
Capernaum platform.
• Develop and implement spirituality programs for liturgical minister enrichment.
• Assist in preparing and celebrating archdiocesan liturgies (e.g., ordinations, Chrism Mass).
• Provide consultation to parishes on liturgical minister formation.
• Represent the department in the Archdiocesan Liturgical Commission and regional/national
liturgical organizations.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE
• Master's degree in Liturgical Theology preferred; related theological field with extensive
liturgical experience acceptable.
• 3-5 years' experience in liturgy at parish or equivalent level.
• Strong knowledge of liturgical documents and rites.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and program development skills.
• Ability to coordinate large events and work with diverse groups.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Suitable candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and anticipated salary range
requirements, * to resume@archgh.org reference Associate Director for Liturgical Formation
on the subject line.
*Candidates who do not include an anticipated salary range may not receive further review.

About the Employer

Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston