Lifelong Lay Formation Lead

Job Description

Title: Lifelong Lay Formation Lead
Agency: Department of Catechesis and Evangelization
Reports To: Director of the Department of Catechesis and Evangelization
Position: Full-time, Benefits, Exempt

JOB SUMMARY
This position will serve the Diocese of Joliet as a member of the Department of Catechesis and Evangelization team and will be responsible for implementing and overseeing the formation process through which Catholics come to follow Jesus more closely throughout the course of their lives. This position will work directly with pastors and parish ministry leaders to deepen the spiritual engagement of parishioners in the lives of their parishes, the diocese and the universal Church. This position will be responsible for the supervision of the Be Formed Program Administrator and the Marriage and Family Ministry Specialist.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Works with pastors and lay parish ministry leaders to develop programs and activities for youth, young adults, adults and families that nurture a deep and abiding relationship with God, including but not limited to:
o Sharing the Gospel in word and deed;
o Learning about the faith in a way that brings spiritual growth;
o Developing meaningful relationships and faith dialogue with fellow disciples of Jesus;
o Individual and communal prayer;
o Scriptural reflection and study;
o Discerning personal gifts and the call to share them in witnessing to the Gospel;
o Participating in the liturgical, spiritual and social life of the parish community;
o Celebrating the sacraments;
o Discussing and practicing faith in private, family and social life; and
o Participating in works of justice and mercy within and beyond the parish
• Works with pastors and lay parish ministry leaders to create a welcoming and accepting ambiance that:
Invites and welcomes participants into a community of faith, where they can experience the love of God more fully over time;
o Meets participants with continued patience and love, respecting each person's unique gifts, pace, and calling during their journey with Christ; and
o Allows participants to express their doubts and confusion as they grow in faith
• Oversees the budget of the Office of Lifelong Lay Formation
• Maintains a database of all parish programs and activities, lay parish ministry leaders, and participants
• Establishes measurable impacts and outcomes for the Office of Lifelong Lay Formation
• Maintains active networks of various parish personnel and volunteers to ensure ongoing communication, effective partnership, and resource delivery; and
• Implements the Bishop's vision of Catechesis, Evangelization and Faith into Action by working with the Department of Catechesis and Evangelization team
• Supervises the Be Formed Program Administrator and the Marriage and Family Ministry Specialist
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred in educational or organizational leadership, pastoral studies, theology, or related fields

• Substantial experience in lay formation in a parish or diocese, preferably on a leadership level
• Demonstrated commitment to the Catholic Church's mission and social teachings
• Faith-filled practicing Catholic who loves the Church and has a hunger to grow and learn in service to others
• Capacity to engage in a team approach to ministry
• Excellent interpersonal and public communication skills, with a particular skill for group process facilitation and project management

REQUIREMENTS
• Travel throughout the seven (7) counties of the Diocese of Joliet on a regular basis

MINSTERIAL POSITION
• The successful candidate must be a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing, and must know, profess and act consistently in accordance with the doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic

SALARY RANGE
• Annual salary range for this position is $68,000 - $73,000. Experience and skills will define final compensation.

BENEFITS
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Basic Life and AD & D, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Defined Pension Plan funded by Diocese of Joliet, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Paid Personal Leave Days, and Paid Holidays based on holiday schedule approved for Blanchette Catholic Center
• Voluntary benefits of Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Permanent Life Insurance

WORKING CONDITIONS
• This is a full-time, benefited, exempt position. Normal work schedule is Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday is 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Additional time as necessary.
• General office conditions

To apply for this amazing opportunity, please send your cover letter and resume to humanresources@dioceseofjoliet.org. No phone calls, please. When sending your cover letter and resume, please reference Lifelong Lay Formation Lead in the subject line of your email.

About the Employer

The Diocese of Joliet encompasses 7 counties of northern Illinois and has a Catholic population of more than 658,000.