Director of Communications

Job Description

Job Title: Director of Communications
Location: Spalding Pastoral Center, Curia - Peoria, IL
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Job Type: Full-Time

We're Hiring: Director of Communications

Are you a communications professional passionate about the Catholic faith and ready to lead a bold new chapter in evangelization and outreach?

The Catholic Diocese of Peoria is seeking a Director of Communications-a visionary leader with tactical expertise-to lead our Office of Communications. This dynamic position will support parishes in their communications outreach and help spread the mission of Jesus Christ throughout Central Illinois.

What You'll Do:
• Help execute a comprehensive internal and external communications strategy
• Lead media relations, crisis communications, and digital/social media strategy
• Support evangelization efforts across parishes and diocesan ministries
• Partner with Bishop Louis Tylka and diocesan leaders to promote Growing Disciples initiatives
• Provide communications support across diocesan offices and events
What We're Looking For:
• A practicing Catholic with an understanding and love for the Church
• Proven experience in communications, public relations, journalism, or marketing
• A visionary and doer-comfortable with both strategic planning and hands-on execution
• Excellent communicator and team player with strong leadership instincts
About the Diocese:
Founded in 1875, the Diocese of Peoria serves over 200,000 Catholics across 26 counties in Central Illinois. With 156 parishes and numerous Catholic schools, we are a mission-driven community rooted in faith and committed to "Go Make Disciples."
What You Will Get:
At the Catholic Diocese of Peoria, we believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including:
• Annual Salary: $75,000
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage
• Time Off: Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holy days, and holidays
• Retirement: 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Additional Benefits: Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• A collaborative and mission-driven environment where your work makes a difference
How to Apply:
• Submit your cover letter, resume, and application through https://www.applitrack.com/cdop/onlineapp/

Your cover letter should include:
a. Why you would like to work for the Diocese of Peoria
b. Your experience in marketing/communications
c. An example of a ministry or organization you think communicates effectively-and why
Join us in Proclaiming Christ: Yesterday, Today and Forever!

The Catholic Diocese of Peoria is committed to ensuring that all recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and other employment-related programs are provided fairly to all persons on an equal opportunity basis. As such, the Diocese prohibits discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation of any kind against an applicant or employee on the basis of their actual or perceived race or traits associated with race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, disability or association with a disabled person, military or veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, order of protection status, or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. For more information, or to request an accommodation of any kind, please contact humanresources@cdop.org.

About the Employer

The mission of the Diocese of Peoria is rooted in the command of Christ: "Go Make Disciples." Rooted in Catholic tradition, the Diocese proclaims the Gospel, celebrates the Sacraments, and serves others in the name of Jesus Christ. Under the leadership of Bishop Louis Tylka, the Diocese is actively working to become an even more vibrant, mission-driven, and sustainable Church.