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Communications Coordinator

San Diego, CA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Parish Name: San Rafael Parish Location: 17252 Bernardo Center Drive, San Diego, CA 92128 Reports ... Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, Canva, website content management systems ...

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Director of Religious Education

Poway, CA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Parish Name: St. Michael's Catholic Church Location: 15546 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA 92064 Reports to ... Strong organizational skills, including time management, delegation, planning, budgeting, and ...

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Bookkeeper

Poway, CA · On-site

$34/hr

Non-Exempt Pay: $ 28.00 - $34.00 per hour, depending on experience Job Summary Under the direction of the Pastoral Associate and/or Business Manager, the Parish Bookkeeper is responsible for ...

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Coordinator of Youth Ministry

San Diego, CA · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Office skills necessary to manage require record keeping, including but not limited to, catechists' training, Safe Environment, sacramental preparation, and parish information. * In consultation with ...

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What is a parish manager?

Parish Managers are administrative professionals who oversee the daily operations of a parish, ensuring the smooth functioning of church activities and facilities. They handle tasks such as budgeting, managing staff and volunteers, coordinating events, and maintaining records. Parish Managers often serve as a liaison between the pastor, parishioners, and the broader community. Their role is essential for supporting the mission and ministries of the parish, allowing clergy to focus on spiritual leadership.

What are the main challenges a parish manager may face in balancing administrative duties with supporting parish ministries?

A Parish Manager often faces the challenge of balancing day-to-day administrative responsibilities—such as budgeting, facility management, and human resources—with providing support to the various parish ministries and volunteers. This requires strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. Successful Parish Managers foster clear communication between the clergy, staff, and ministry leaders to ensure smooth operations and collaborative problem-solving. Staying proactive and flexible is key to addressing unexpected issues while still supporting the parish’s mission and community needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a parish manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Parish Manager, you need organizational skills, financial management experience, and knowledge of church operations, often supported by a degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with parish management software, bookkeeping systems, and office productivity tools is typically required. Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving abilities help in fostering positive relationships within the parish community and managing staff or volunteers. These skills and qualities ensure efficient administration, financial stewardship, and a welcoming environment that supports the parish's mission.

What is the difference between Parish Manager vs Church Administrator?

AspectParish ManagerChurch Administrator
CredentialsTypically requires experience in management, possibly a background in religious studies or administrationOften requires administrative or clerical experience, sometimes with religious or nonprofit certifications
Work EnvironmentManages day-to-day operations of a parish, including staff, facilities, and programsHandles administrative tasks, communication, and support services within a church or religious organization
Employer & IndustryReligious organizations, churches, faith-based nonprofitsChurches, religious nonprofits, faith-based community services

While both roles support church operations, a Parish Manager focuses on overall management and operational efficiency, whereas a Church Administrator handles administrative support and communication tasks. The roles often overlap but differ mainly in scope and responsibilities.

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Parish Receptionist

Roman Catholic Bishop of San Diego

San Diego, CA • On-site

$21.50/hr

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Job description

Description


Parish Name: Good Shepherd Catholic Parish
Location: 8200 Gold Coast Dr, San Diego, CA 92126
Reports to: Business Manager
Employment Type: Full Time, typically during office hours with occasional evenings or weekends.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt; Hourly
Pay Rate: $21.50 per hour


Summary

The Parish Receptionist serves as the welcoming face and voice of the parish, providing a warm, faith-filled presence for parishioners, visitors, and callers. This position ensures a professional, organized, and hospitable office environment while offering clerical and administrative support to parish operations. The Receptionist plays a vital ministry role, helping connect people to parish life and ensuring that communication, hospitality, and records support the parish mission.


Primary Responsibilities

Reception & Public Communications

  • Greet and assist parishioners and visitors with warmth and professionalism.
  • Answer phones and emails, route inquiries, and provide accurate information about parish activities.
  • Maintain a welcoming and organized reception area.
  • Coordinate and support front-desk volunteers.

Administrative & Clerical Support

  • Provide clerical assistance to staff, including data entry, mail, and supplies.
  • Gather and submit bulletin information by deadlines.
  • Process payments for church services (funerals, certificates) and maintain related records.
  • Prepare correspondence and parish announcements as directed.

Sacramental & Records Support

  • Assist families with Baptism and sacramental inquiries and forms.
  • Review paperwork and coordinate with the Faith Formation Administrative Assistant for PDS entry.
  • Prepare certificates and maintain files securely.
  • Support clergy and coordinators for scheduling and record accuracy.

Coordination & Collaboration

  • Work with the Business Manager, Faith Formation Administrative Assistant, Bookkeeper, and Operations Coordinator.
  • Communicate scheduling updates and facility needs.
  • Support coordination of parish events and ensure excellent hospitality.
  • Collaborate with volunteers and maintain records of key distribution for authorized facilities users, processes and issues key cards to Parishioners for our Blessed Sacrament and Grotto area.
  • Acts as liaison for requests to the prayers of the faithful, sick list, communion to the sick and bereavement.

Requirements

  • Practicing Catholic with knowledge of parish life and sacraments.
  • Friendly, compassionate, and professional demeanor.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and parish databases (PDS)
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Vietnamese) strongly preferred.

Work Expectations

  • Full-time position (35-40 hours/week), typically during office hours with occasional evenings or weekends.
  • Represents the parish with a ministry of presence, welcoming all with warmth and faith.
  • Works collaboratively with staff, clergy, and volunteers to uphold parish hospitality standards.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to remain in an office at a computer workstation and access information from a computer and use a phone system. The employee is required to be mobile to, from, and within the office, as well as maneuver throughout the school facility to attend meetings, briefings, and other work-related events.

The employee may be required to conduct trips to, from, and within various city and county-wide locations to attend meetings or events. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


Good Shepherd Catholic Parish, as part of the Catholic Diocese of San Diego, is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.

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