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Catholic Diocese of Rockford

Business Manager

Dixon, IL · On-site

$19.51 - $28.29/hr

... diocesan accounting department for parish financial reports. · Reconcile diocesan financial reports with parish QuickBooks program. · Serve as resource person for Parish Finance Council; attend and ...

St Anne Catholic Church

Bookkeeper

Dixon, IL

$17.42 - $24.39/hr

Reconcile diocesan financial reports with parish QuickBooks program. Serve as resource person for Parish Finance Council; attend and prepare reports for quarterly Finance Council meetings; assist ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for diocesan in the United States is $21.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a diocesan?

A diocesan is typically a bishop who has jurisdiction over a diocese, which is a defined geographical area within certain Christian denominations, such as the Roman Catholic, Anglican, or Eastern Orthodox churches. The diocesan bishop is responsible for overseeing the spiritual and administrative needs of the diocese, including the clergy, parishes, and laity. In some contexts, the term 'diocesan' may also refer to matters or officials pertaining to the diocese itself, rather than the bishop personally.

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To thrive as a Diocesan leader, you need a strong background in theology, pastoral care, and organizational management, often supported by advanced religious studies and ordination within the church. Familiarity with church governance structures, financial management systems, and canonical law is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, conflict resolution abilities, and effective communication are crucial for building relationships within the diocese and broader community. These skills and qualities ensure the effective spiritual and administrative leadership necessary to guide the diocese and support its mission.

What are some common challenges faced by diocesan staff members, and how can they be navigated successfully?

Diocesan staff often encounter the challenge of balancing administrative responsibilities with the need to support parishes, clergy, and lay leaders across a diverse community. Navigating varying expectations and priorities from different stakeholders requires strong communication and organizational skills. Building collaborative relationships and seeking ongoing professional development can help staff effectively address these challenges and support the broader mission of the diocese.

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AspectDiocesanParish Priest
CredentialsRequires ordination, theological degree, diocesan approvalRequires ordination, theological degree, typically appointed by diocese
Work EnvironmentAdministrative and pastoral duties across a dioceseFocused on a specific parish community
Employer/IndustryDiocese or archdioceseLocal parish within a diocese
Common Search/ComparisonDiocesan vs Parish Priest

Diocesan clergy oversee multiple parishes and have broader administrative responsibilities within a diocese, while parish priests focus on serving a single parish community. Both roles require ordination and theological education, but their scope and duties differ significantly.

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Director of Annual Giving

DIOCESE OF CHARLOTTE

Charlotte, NC • On-site

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Annual Giving is responsible for the planning, organization, and supervision of the annual Diocesan Support Appeal, the Priests’ Retirement Appeal, the Diocesan Parish Stewardship efforts, the two combined appeals and other special appeals and collections.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Directs and has the primary responsibility for all aspects of the Diocesan Support Appeal. This includes working with pastors and parish leaders to implement a personalized approach to the DSA in parishes needing assistance.
  • Has the primary responsibility for the promotion of the Priests’ Retirement and Benefits annual diocesan appeal.
  • Has the primary responsibility for the diocesan and USCCB second collections. This includes serving as primary contact for the Diocese of Charlotte to the Office of National Collections of the USCCB and updating the national office regarding our diocesan second collection schedule.
  • Interacts professionally with donors and prospects via personal visits, phone calls, and email correspondence.
  • Responsible for the communication efforts of the Development Office, including but not limited to bi-monthly Stewardship Bulletins, annual stewardship brochures, articles for the diocesan newspaper, and web communications.
  • Has the primary responsibility for the Development Office and the “Ways to Give” pages on the diocesan website.
  • Responsible for overseeing the maintenance of the diocesan database. This includes overseeing the monthly parish roster update data entry.
  • Provides comprehensive, accurate, and timely status reports on appeal performance, financial updates, goals, initiatives, and the success of the appeals.
  • Provides assistance to stewardship committees in implementing their stewardship efforts and sustaining them on an ongoing basis. This includes training for lay witness presenters for stewardship commitment efforts.
  • Develops and maintains positive relationships with clergy, schools, parish staff, and volunteers. Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to parishes, diocesan staff, and clergy.
  • Has the primary responsibility for Diocesan-wide stewardship efforts including “Diocesan Stewardship Days” or collaborating on bi-annual Regional Stewardship conferences. This includes organizing the event, promoting the event, enlisting speakers, and managing all logistics and budget considerations.
  • Has primary responsibility for the upkeep of the Blackbaud or other donation pages for all online giving.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Participates in staff training and development activities as directed.
  • Performs other duties as required.

DIRECT REPORTS:

  • Data Specialist
  • Data Clerk
Requirements:

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

Experience

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising, stewardship and marketing.

Skills

  • Skills required to plan, organize, and coordinate fundraising activities; create and produce brochures and written materials; communicate effectively orally and in writing; provide liaison to diocesan and regional boards and committees; work effectively with staff, volunteers, and the public; ability to prepare and present reports.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including MS Word, MS Publisher, MS PowerPoint.
  • Must have a good working knowledge of Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge or similar database.

Physical

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s Responsibilities.

  • The position requires the ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods; frequent keyboard use/repetitive hand motion; occasional reaching/pushing/pulling/working overhead; occasionally lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

  • Responsibilities involve travel within the Diocese of Charlotte and some professional development, and work beyond the regularly scheduled workday.

ABOUT THE DIOCESE OF CHARLOTTE:

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte encompasses 2,750 personnel across 93 parishes and missions and 20 Catholic schools in 46 counties of western North Carolina, with a growing Catholic population of more than 565,000.

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