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Parish Administrator

Full-time

SUMMARY

St. Philip’s Catholic Church seeks a full-time Parish Administrator in Bemidji, Minnesota. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated and team-orientated professional of high integrity who possesses a great work ethic and is passionate about fulfilling the Catholic Church’s mission. The Parish Administrator will assist with all aspects of parish business operations.

We are looking for someone who:

  • is a practicing Catholic with passion for non-profit leadership and business management.
  • possesses a great work ethic.
  • is detail oriented.
  • is self-motivated.
  • values teamwork.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support the pastor in making significant decisions by leading the analysis, criteria-setting, option evaluation, and input gathering for these decisions.
  • Lead annual budget planning process.
  • Provide oversight of the parish’s financial resources prudently and achieving successful agreed-upon objectives and outcomes in compliance with outside regulatory requirements and sound financial principles.
  • Provide a strong day-to-day leadership presence for all parish staff.
  • Assist with oversight of the day-to-day responsibilities of the parish staff and ensuring they work together on priorities as a well-functioning, coordinated team.
  • Lead processes pertaining to evaluating and hiring staff and when necessary, separations from staff.
  • Offer strategy, planning, and organizational expertise in support of implementing ministries and pastoral initiatives.
  • Initiate and cultivate relationships with consultative bodies and parishioners to harmonize ministries between the staff, and the Diocese of Crookston.
  • Carry out any specific duties requested by the pastor.
  • Collaborate with the school principal regarding school fundraising, budgeting, strategic planning, and supervising shared staff positions.

SCHEDULE 

This is a full-time position in Bemidji, Minnesota. This position requires occasional evening and weekend work.


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or accounting required.
  • Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church. 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Proven record of leadership and at least five years of experience in business or non-profit work with demonstrated proficiency in management and finances.
  • Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong ability to work effectively with staff and volunteers.
  • Strong organizational and record keeping skills.
  • Proficient with MS Office, Outlook, and other technology as required for the position.
  • Experience in stewardship principles and fundraising preferred.

Diocese of Crookston - Diocese of Crookston - Bemidji

702 Beltrami Ave NW, Bemidji, MN, 56601
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