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.