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Saint Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Saint Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church</b></h2>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Birmingham, AL</b></h2>
<div><div><div><div>Job ID#:</div>
<div>14349171709</div>
</div><div><div>Posted:</div>
<div>September 4, 2025</div>
</div><div><div>Expires:</div>
<div>November 3, 2025</div>
</div><div><div>Category:</div>
<div>Executive</div>
</div></div><div><div><div>Terms:</div>
<div>Full-Time Employee</div>
</div><div><div>Experience:</div>
<div>5-10 Years</div>
</div><div><div>Education:</div>
<div>Undergraduate Degree</div>
</div><div><div>Base Pay:</div>
<div>Salary</div>
</div></div></div><p>Send applications or inquiries to: <b>fatherward@stmarkrc.org</b></p></div><p></p>
<br><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description</b></h3>
JOB SUMMARY<br>
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The Director of Operations is a full-time, senior staff position responsible for managing the day-to-day administrative, operational, and finance functions of the parish and parish staff (some part-time and some full-time). This includes key areas of oversight in Human Resources, Operations, and Finance. The role ensures that all systems, processes, and staff are aligned to support the mission and values of the parish. This position will bring a combination of business acumen, leadership skills, and a deep understanding of the Catholic Church's mission, or a willingness to grow in understanding of that mission. These functions must be performed in such a manner as to enable the Pastor to concentrate on the spiritual needs of the parish.<br>
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GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:<br>
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Primary adviser and assistant to the Pastor on matters of parish operations. Establishes a climate of leadership, teamwork, service, and efficiency within the staff with a focus on organizational health. Ensures smooth, coordinated efforts by the parish staff in the support of parish activities.<br>
Ensures a high level of service and hospitality by the staff to members of the parish.<br>
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1. Provide leadership and supervision for the St. Mark the Evangelist staff.<br>
2. Create, implement, and ensure accountability of new policies and procedures.<br>
3. Create clear channels of communication to ensure staff and ministerial success.<br>
4. Manage the proper implementation of diocesan policies in collaboration with the Pastor.<br>
5. Manage the onboarding process of all new employees to the office ensuring they have<br>
the proper technology and security protocols and provide all necessary tools for their success.<br>
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SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:<br>
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Financial Oversight:<br>
Manage all finance operations, including accounting, accounts payable (review and approve purchases as required), accounts receivable, payroll, and ensure compliance with financial terms of grants and contractual obligations of the Diocese of Birmingham.<br>
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Manage the database technology used for fundraising, general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and expense reimbursements.<br>
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Manage the treasury function for all banking and investment relationships.<br>
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Evaluate and update accounting systems, procedures, and practices, including the development and maintenance of systems of internal accounting controls to ensure adherence to Diocesan accounting policies.<br>
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Manage the preparation of financial statements, including the analysis and reporting of results to provide forecasts, identify problem areas, and make specific recommendations for solutions/improvement.<br>
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Review monthly financial closings and statements, including appropriate commentary and account analyses, as well as substantiation of month-end amounts.<br>
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Ensure compliance with record keeping and reporting requirements of federal and state laws, including compliance with Internal Revenue Service, the Alabama Tax regulations, and Canon Law<br>
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Human Resources:<br>
Supervises lay staff, in execution of their responsibilities; monitors workflow and ensures smooth operation.<br>
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Recommends personnel actions, including performance and salary evaluations of all staff, to the Pastor as appropriate.<br>
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Creation and upkeep of St. Mark employee manual.<br>
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Create onboarding and orientation for new employees.<br>
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Approves time records, administers personnel policies and maintains all parish employee personnel records and files.<br>
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Manage record keeping of vacation/sick time for parish employees.<br>
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Arrange and conduct all interviews for new positions (work with the Pastor).<br>
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Reporting:<br>
Prepare and present accurate financial reports and commentary to Pastor and Finance Council, ensuring timely communication of financial status and compliance with GAAP standards and Diocesan protocols.<br>
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Budget Management:<br>
Coordinate and oversee the annual budgeting process, monitor actual results against budgets, and identify variances to support financial planning and decision-making.<br>
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Team Leadership:<br>
Providing guidance and support to bookkeeper to enhance their skills and ensure effective financial operations.<br>
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Collaboration:<br>
Work closely with Pastor and bookkeeper to educate them on finance and accounting procedures, exploring how finance can support program operations effectively.<br>
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Audit Coordination:<br>
Coordinate all audit activities, ensuring that the church is prepared for audits and that all financial practices comply with Diocesan and regulatory standards.<br>
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QUALIFICATIONS<br>
Commitment to the core teachings/values of the Catholic Church, fully embracing the vision and strategy of Saint Mark the Evangelist Catholic Parish.<br>
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A pastoral understanding of both the business activities of the parish and its unique Catholic ministries and missions<br>
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Excellent leadership skills with an ability to lead, guide and direct highly functioning teams, motivating staff to achieve parish objectives and make staff changes when necessary.<br>
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Valid driver's license required with no convictions or infractions involving drugs or alcohol. Must pass a criminal background screening and credit check.<br>
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Education and Experience:<br>
A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business administration or non-profit management, plus a minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management or a related field.<br>
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Skills:<br>
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software and financial reporting tools are necessary.<br>
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Excellent communication and leadership skills are also important for collaborating with various parishioners, staff, volunteers, and clergy.<br>
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Self-Directed, proactive and resourceful with the ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and formulate and implement processes. Fluency (or the ability to be trained) in the full Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher), the full Google Suite (Gmail, Forms, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets), QuickBooks pro for accounting data entry, Ministry Platform for data entry, and the ability to learn other computer programs as needed.<br>
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Availability and willingness at times to work non-standard hours to deal with emergencies or facilitate the successful outcome of projects.<br>
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APPLICATION<br>
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Fr. Justin Ward at fatherward@stmarkrc.org.
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Employer</b></h3>
The mission of Saint Mark the Evangelist Catholic Parish (as part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Birmingham, Alabama) is to respond to God's call to proclaim Jesus Christ as the Eternal Son of the living God. We are witnesses to the Gospel as we announce the death of the Lord, proclaim His resurrection, and await His coming in glory. At the heart of our Christian Community is celebration: of the Word, of the Eucharist, of the Sacraments. We journey with the Holy Spirit as our guide, with Mary, the Mother of God as our model, and in communion with the Holy Father, the Bishop of Rome.</div>

Director of Parish Operations

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Saint Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church</b></h2>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Birmingham, AL</b></h2>
<div><div><div><div>Job ID#:</div>
<div>14349171710</div>
</div><div><div>Posted:</div>
<div>September 4, 2025</div>
</div><div><div>Expires:</div>
<div>November 3, 2025</div>
</div><div><div>Category:</div>
<div>Religious Education</div>
</div></div><div><div><div>Terms:</div>
<div>Full-Time Employee</div>
</div><div><div>Experience:</div>
<div>2-5 Years</div>
</div><div><div>Education:</div>
<div>Undergraduate Degree</div>
</div><div><div>Base Pay:</div>
<div>Salary</div>
</div></div></div><p>Send applications or inquiries to: <b>fatherward@stmarkrc.org</b></p></div><p></p>
<br><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description</b></h3>
JOB SUMMARY<br>
The Director of Lifelong Formation a member of the parish staff who gives direction and<br>
implements evangelization, formation, and catechetical efforts in the parish community.<br>
The Director attends to the active parishioners, the inactive community, and the unchurched -<br>
and therefore is involved in the renewal and formation of ministries within the parish, and<br>
welcome toward those not active or connected with the parish.<br>
The mission of Saint Mark the Evangelist Catholic Parish (as part of the Roman Catholic<br>
Diocese of Birmingham, Alabama) is to respond to God's call to proclaim Jesus Christ as the<br>
Eternal Son of the living God. We are witnesses to the Gospel as we announce the death of the<br>
Lord, proclaim His resurrection, and await His coming in glory. At the heart of our Christian<br>
Community is celebration: of the Word, of the Eucharist, of the Sacraments. We journey with<br>
the Holy Spirit as our guide, with Mary, the Mother of God as our model, and in communion<br>
with the Holy Father, the Bishop of Rome.<br>
Goals of the position include fostering conversion and growth in discipleship among the faithful,<br>
developing a welcoming community, animating and equipping parishioners to evangelize by witness,<br>
word, and action, and enhance communication within and beyond the parish community.<br>
JOB RESPONSIBILITES:<br>
Knowledge, Skills, &amp; Abilities:<br>
<ul><li>Superior knowledge in Scripture, Catholic theology, spirituality.</li><li>Familiar with Church documents relating to evangelization.</li><li>Program research and development (visioning and applying methods).</li><li>Working knowledge in MS Office products.</li><li>Active Catholic in good standing, participating in the sacramental life of the Church.</li><li>Professional working attitude and collaborative approach.</li><li>Strong verbal and written communications skills.</li><li>Strong organizational skills.</li><li>Strong presentation skills.</li><li>Project management skills.</li><li>Ability to multitask and prioritize.</li><li>Ability to make decisions, attentive to details, and troubleshoot.</li><li>Ability to maintain confidentiality.</li></ul>
Duties and Responsibilities:<br>
<ul><li>Oversees relevant staff to develop formational programming focused on building a personal</li></ul>
relationship with God as the heart of their Catholic faith.<br>
<ul><li>Coordinate and actively engage as lead on a team which provides a balanced and</li></ul>
comprehensive array of Lifelong Formation opportunities for every generation of the Parish.<br>
<ul><li>Coordinates and serve as teacher on the various teams including children, youth, Order of</li></ul>
Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) and processes related to Sacramental Preparation.<br>
<ul><li>Collaborate with other parish ministries, Catholic parishes, and organizations to plan and</li></ul>
implement strategies for the greater community outreach, cultivating opportunities for the<br>
parish to engage consistently and tangibly with the Corporal works of mercy.<br>
<ul><li>Be present in the life of the community with consistency and enthusiasm</li></ul>
Planning and Administration:<br>
<ul><li>Collaborates with pastor, other staff and appropriate councils and committees to articulate a</li></ul>
vision for Formation, Discipleship and Outreach in the parish.<br>
<ul><li>Directly Supervises Lifelong Formation Team (Currently 5)-Director of Children's</li></ul>
Formation, Youth Minister, Adult Formation Coordinator, Discipleship Coordinator and an<br>
Administrative Assistant to the department<br>
<ul><li>Plan and implement strategies to reach active parishioners, inactive Catholics, and the</li></ul>
unchurched in the community.<br>
<ul><li>Assist and collaborate with other parish leaders to collect and analyze data for pastoral</li></ul>
planning, e.g., parish census, needs assessment, interest surveys, or area demographic<br>
research.<br>
<ul><li>Evaluates programs to determine strengths, areas for improvement, and future needs.</li><li>Assist and collaborate with other parish leaders with a program calendar, taking into</li></ul>
consideration local events, seasonal and annual opportunities, and the master parish<br>
calendar.<br>
<ul><li>Prepares and monitors the budget and maintains supplies for departmental programming.</li><li>Serve as a liaison to volunteer ministries and foster initiatives to bolster increased volunteer</li></ul>
base<br>
Communication and Public Relations:<br>
<ul><li>Public speaking in small and large groups</li><li>Audience assessment skills.</li><li>Collaborates in parish communications, using multiple means (web, bulletin, newsletters,</li></ul>
social media), to create engaging and creative content, enhancing communication with<br>
parishioners and with the public beyond.<br>
<ul><li>Works closely with communications staff to keep parish informed with engaged messages.</li><li>Promotes programs and events using digital and print media, including email, websites,</li></ul>
bulletin notices, flyers, posters, social media, diocesan and local newspapers.<br>
<ul><li>Keeps current on communications and technological trends and looks for opportunities to</li></ul>
use this information to communicate effectively with the parish family and local community.<br>
Leadership:<br>
<ul><li>Participates as an active member of the parish staff.</li><li>Attends parish, staff and other various meetings.</li><li>Guides parish committees in aligning efforts with the overall parish vision of Formation and</li></ul>
Outreach.<br>
<ul><li>Acts as a resource person and initiates faith-building initiatives to promote and provide</li></ul>
faith-building opportunities.<br>
<ul><li>Attends respective Diocesan and Deanery workshops/programs, as needed.</li></ul>
Other:<br>
<ul><li>Visibly engaged at parish events, a must.</li><li>Fosters positive public relations in and outside the parish</li><li>Creates operating procedures for each aspect of the position.</li><li>Other duties as assigned
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Employer</b></h3>
The mission of Saint Mark the Evangelist Catholic Parish (as part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Birmingham, Alabama) is to respond to God's call to proclaim Jesus Christ as the Eternal Son of the living God. We are witnesses to the Gospel as we announce the death of the Lord, proclaim His resurrection, and await His coming in glory. At the heart of our Christian Community is celebration: of the Word, of the Eucharist, of the Sacraments. We journey with the Holy Spirit as our guide, with Mary, the Mother of God as our model, and in communion with the Holy Father, the Bishop of Rome.</div>

Director of Lifelong Formation

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