Employment Opportunities

CONSULTANT

FAITH FORMATION CONSULTANT. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston located in West Virginia has an opening for a Faith Formation Consultant. This position serves the Parkersburg, West Virginia and Clarksburg, West Virginia Vicariates. The Faith Formation Consultant works in collaboration with the various ministry offices to provide an effective coordination of catechesis to parishes within the vicariate. This person will demonstrate knowledge of lifelong learning by articulating a vision of faith development including adults, youth and children. The Faith Formation Consultant will provide consultation on catechetical matters to parishes through site visits. This individual will also research and propose catechetical models that can be adapted to the needs of particular parishes and areas. Qualified individuals must have a Masters Degree in Theology, Religious Education or related field. The individual must possess strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal and relationship building skills. Must be able to communicate and make presentations. This person must be a practicing Catholic with a commitment and understanding of the Catholic Church traditions and teachings. An understanding or willingness to learn the cultural context of rural Appalachian life is important. Please respond by December 21, 2007, with letter of interest and resume to: Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston, Michael A. Nau, Human Resources Office, PO Box 230, Wheeling, WV 26003, Phone (304)233-0880. Fax: (304)233-4086.

DIRECTOR

SABBATICAL PROGRAM DIRECTOR. The SAT Sabbatical Program, an affiliate of the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, California seeks Catholic director beginning on July 1, 2008. The SAT Sabbatical, founded in 1960, provides renewal for religious, laity and diocesan priests, in mid-life and beyond. The Director is the chief administrator who works collaboratively with a core team. Background in spirituality, administration and the ability to articulate and implement the SAT mission is required. For more information about SAT visit our website at: www.satgtu.org. Salary is negotiable. For further information contact, Robert Mallon, Chair of the Search Committee at: satsec@sbcglobal.net Application must be received by March 1, 2008

NATIONAL DIRECTOR sought for the St. Vincent Pallotti Center, an organization promoting lay volunteer and missionary service opportunities. A graduate degree in pastoral studies, faith formation or related field, as well as some teaching experience and web familiarity desired. Excellent communication skills; familiarity with Catholic and volunteer cultures; experience with young adults, nonprofit management and budgeting required. Position is based in Washington, DC. Full description and application information available at www.pallotticenter.org. EOE.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR- The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Hartford serving 213 parishes in central Connecticut, and its Office of Urban Affairs, located in New Haven, is seeking a full-time Social Action Director. The successful candidate will provide leadership to a FT/PT staff of 8 to ensure that the mission and the goals, objectives and advocacy issues established by the Board of Directors are developed and implemented. Must have knowledge of the Roman Catholic faith. A Masters degree in theology, religious studies, social studies or public administration, with a working knowledge of principles of religious social teaching, and five years of management experience preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. Job description is available at www.oua-adh.org Deadline: January 15, 2008. E-mail cover letter, resume, salary history and three references to: Search Committee, Office of Urban Affairs of the Archdiocese of Hartford, jsmyth@oua-adh.org

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Hartford serving 213 parishes in central Connecticut, and its Office of Urban Affairs, located in New Haven, is seeking a full-time Social Action Director. The successful candidate will provide leadership to a FT/PT staff of 8 to ensure that the mission and the goals, objectives and advocacy issues established by the Board of Directors are developed and implemented. Must have knowledge of the Roman Catholic faith. A Masters degree in theology, religious studies, social studies or public administration, with a working knowledge of principles of religious social teaching, and five years of management experience preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. Job description is available at www.oua-adh.org. Deadline: January 15, 2008. E-mail cover letter, resume, salary history and three references to: Search Committee, Office of Urban Affairs of the Archdiocese of Hartford, jsmyth@oua-adh.org

LIAISON

PASTORAL SERVICES LIAISON. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston, West Virginia, seeks a person for the position of Pastoral Services Liaison. This position is located in Martinsburg, West Virginia, and the person will serve the Martinsburg Vicariate of the Diocese. The liaison works with the Vicar Forane and Diocesan Services to accomplish vicariate and Diocesan goals consistent with the needs of the Diocese, vicariate and its parishes. This person will work with Diocesan Services to facilitate the formation, to motivate and grow parish ministry by initiating, developing and conducting programs within the vicariate. This person must understand and form a composite profile of the vicariate, identify key individual and support groups and agencies that may be resources to the vicariate. Works with the Vicar Forane to establish vicariate priorities and develops long and short term goals and action plans for the vicariate. Person should have a Masters Degree in theology, religious education or related field. The individual must be a practicing Catholic in unity with the Doctrine, teachings and traditions of the Roman Catholic Church. Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal and relationship building skills are essential. Please respond with letter of interest and resume by December 21, 2007 to: Michael A. Nau, Director Human Resources, Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston, PO Box 230, Wheeling, WV 26003. E-mail: mnau@dwc.org

PRINCIPAL

PRINCIPAL, Established in 1964, La Reina High School is a private Catholic college preparatory school for girls in grades 7 through 12. The school, sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame, is located in beautiful Thousand Oaks, California. It is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the Western Catholic Education Association. Candidates for Principal must be active, practicing Catholics, possess a Master's degree, and Teaching Credential (a California Administrative Credential is preferred). A minimum of 5 years teaching experience and 3 years of administrative experience at the secondary level are required. Please visit our website at www.LaReina.com for a more detailed job description. A letter of interest and a resume can be submitted to LaReinaHR@msn.com

PROFESSOR

THEOLOGY: Brescia University, an Ursuline, Catholic institution, seeks full-time, tenure-track assistant professor to teach undergraduate courses in theology and, if appropriate, general education courses in philosophy starting in August 2008. Ph.D. in theology or STD, with 18 graduate hours in philosophy preferred. Position includes teaching in time-shortened, on-line, and traditional formats, advising and serving on committees. Send letter of interest, vita, three letters of reference and copies of transcripts to D. Kuntz, Ph.D.; Theology Search Committee Chair, Brescia University, 717 Frederica St., Owensboro, KY 42301. E-mail: daniel.kuntz@brescia.edu closing date January 15, 2008. EOE

SUPERINTENDENT

ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT of Catholic Schools: The Archdiocese of Hartford seeks a dynamic and collaborative leader to assist the Superintendent of Catholic Schools in providing direction, guidance, service and leadership to seventy vibrant schools. All application and inquiries about the position must be submitted to: Karen Kean, Director of Human Resources, Archdiocese of Hartford, and 134 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, Connecticut, 06105. E-Mail: kkean@aohct.org Phone number (860)541-6491. More information about the Office of Catholic Schools can be found on the website: www.adh-ocs.org Applications should be submitted no later than December 30, 2007. The Assistant Superintendent will assume duties on or about July 1, 2008.

YOUTH MINISTRY

ST. FRANCIS BORGIA PARISH is looking for the right person (s) to coordinate the Life Teen youth ministry program in Washington, MO. We are seeking someone who is passionate about our Catholic faith and wishes to share that with young people. This position is responsible for maintaining the weekly 6 p.m. Mass, reaching out to all youth in the community, maintaining and recruiting a volunteer base, providing spiritual and social enrichment to young people and developing relationships with the staff and parish. Please send cover letter and resume to: Fr. Andrew Sigmund, 115 Cedar St., Washington, MO 63090. Call (636)239-6701 Ext. 1514 or e-mail: asigmund@sfbparish.org