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Manager of Human Resources
9292 Broadway
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 769-9292 extension 224
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Equal Opportunity Employer

The Diocese of Gary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Diocese of Gary assures equal employment opportunity in all its employment policies and practices.

These policies and practices are administered without regard to race, color, national origin, age, gender, marital status, political affiliation, veteran status, service membership, sexual orientation or mental or physical disabilities not affecting one's ability to perform the essential functions of one's job. there are certain positions in the Diocese of Gary for which it is necessary to be Catholic, and some positions for which preference in hiring shall be given to people who are Catholic and who evidence an understanding of the Catholic faith and a commitment to living that faith. Such preference is allowed under state and federal law, and does not constitute an illegal act of discrimination.

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Youth Minister Position

St. Matthias Parish is a dynamic growing Roman Catholic parish consisting of over 750 active families in a suburban area in the city of Crown Point, Indiana. Our community is seeking a full time Youth Minister. The candidate must be a practicing Roman Catholic; possessing either a certification in youth ministry, or a minimum of three years of relevant experience, or a bachelors degree in youth ministry, religious studies, or theology; have a genuine love for working with youth; a commitment to ongoing professional training and spiritual development; and the ability to develop and implement an energetic year round program following the goals of Catholic Youth Ministry, which encompasses the areas of Junior and Senior High School Youth and Young Adults. For a more comprehensive job description email: stmatthiasparish@sbcglobal.net. Please submit resume by Thursday, February 7, 2013 to: Fr. Jim Wozniak, 101 W. Burrell Dr., Crown Point, IN 46307 or email: stmatthiasparish@sbcglobal.net.

Click here for job description (PDF).

The Diocese of Gary is seeking to fill a joint position in its Office of Worship: Associate Director in the Office of Worship/Diocesan Music Director.

Credentials/Qualifications:
Masters or its equivalent degree/certificate in Liturgical Studies.
Masters or its equivalent degree in Music, which would include experience in conducting and keyboard.
Competency in Microsoft Word, Publisher, Access, Excel and other similar applications.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
In collaboration with, and at the direction of the Director of the Office, the Associate supports all the operations of the Office. These operations include Diocesan liturgies, Catechumenal concerns, formational workshops, seminars/conferences, and providing resources for parish staff and commissions.

The Associate, in the position of Diocesan Music Director, is responsible for the Diocesan Choir and its participation at all major diocesan liturgies at the Cathedral. This includes recruitment and selection of choir members, conducting the choir, instrumentalists and other matters that pertain to the maintenance and growth of the diocesan music ministry.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The salary will be decided upon education and experience in the areas mentioned. The diocese will entertain applicants that do not have a specialty in music. It is required that the applicant be a practicing Roman Catholic to serve in this position.
The Bishop of the diocese is highly dedicated to the liturgical renewal of Vatican II. Please direct all questions and replies to:

Fr. Martin Dobrzynski
St. Michael the Archangel Parish
1 Wilhelm St.
Schererville, IN 46375
email: stmichael@core.com

Andrean High School President

Andrean High School, a coeducational, Catholic, grades 9-12 institution located in Merrillville, Indiana, having recently reached a half-century of providing educational excellence is looking to expand its executive leadership team with the hiring of a President. The new President, a high energy team builder, will provide dynamic leadership to advance the Catholic mission and character of the school, develop new and productive partnerships, oversee and execute capital development programs and grow enrollment. A strategic thinker and planner, the successful candidate will have demonstrated the skills to motivate, inspire and support the Andrean school community. A proven track record as a business leader, particularly in the areas of financial planning, donor solicitation and institutional advancement, i.e., development, marketing and communications is a must.

A profile of Andrean High School and a complete job description may be accessed on the Andrean High School website: www.andreanhs.com

The candidate must be a practicing Catholic, have a passion for Catholic education, and possess an advanced academic degree appropriate to the position.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Interested and qualified candidates will submit a letter of introduction, resume, and current contacts of at least five professional references. Applications will be accepted until July 1, 2013 and may be sent to:

Barbara O’Block, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
9292 South Broadway Ave.
Merrillville, Indiana 46410
boblock@dcgary.org

St. Patrick School - Principal

St. Patrick School, located in Chesterton, Indiana, is seeking a dynamic and faith-filled principal who is a driven professional Catholic educational leader to assume the duties of principal on July 1, 2013.

St. Patrick School is a Catholic co-educational school serving approximately 330 students from preschool through the eighth grade. The school has also been recognized as a Four Star School by the Indiana Department of Education for two consecutive years, 2009-2010, 2010-2011.

The candidate will be a committed, practicing Catholic with an Indiana elementary administrative license (or eligibility for such a license); administrative experience, especially Catholic elementary school experience, preferred.
Leaders with strong communication and administrative skills who exhibit creative initiative and willingness to educate young Catholics should apply for immediate consideration.
Salary and benefits are commensurate with education and experience.

Qualified candidates are asked to submit a letter of interest, resume, academic credentials, and three letters of reference containing the names, addresses, and telephone numbers.
Application materials should be sent to:

Rev. James W. Meade
St. Patrick
638 N. Calumet Road
Chesterton, IN 46304-1502

Guidance Department Administrative Assistant Job Opening

Andrean High School’s Guidance Department is looking for a full-time Administrative Assistant with experience. The candidate must respect confidentiality due to the private student information handled in the department. It is imperative that this position be filled by someone who is organized, detail-oriented, multi-tasked, and prioritized with time management skills. This person will provide executive-level administrative support to the Director of Guidance and two counselors. Please send your resume for further consideration by May 10, 2013 to:

Andrean High School
Guidance Department
Attn: Nancy Reed
5959 Broadway
Merrillville, IN 46410
Fax #: 219-981-5072

Vice President of Institutional Advancement at Marian Catholic High School

The Vice President for Institutional Advancement is responsible for planning and executing a comprehensive advancement program in support of the educational mission of Marian Catholic High School. In collaboration with the President, the Vice President provides oversight of major gifts and annual giving programs, alumni relations, recruitment, marketing, public relations, and general communication related to Marian Catholic. This position is responsible directly to the President of Marian Catholic High School. http://www.marianchs.com/about/employment.php

Marian Catholic High School
700 Ashland Avenue
Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Teaching Scholars with a Soul

Bishop Noll Institute - Principal

Bishop Noll Institute, a highly regarded co-educational, college preparatory Catholic high school with a celebrated history and great aspirations for the future is seeking a dynamic educational leader to assume the duties of principal on July 1, 2013.

The candidate will be an active, practicing Catholic with an advanced degree and an Indiana secondary principal license (or eligibility for such a license); administrative experience, especially Catholic school experience, is preferred.

The successful candidate will provide spiritual and educational leadership for the faculty and student body of over 500 students. A collaborative leadership style, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and commitment to maintaining a school with a strong Catholic identity are a must.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Qualified candidates are asked to submit a letter of intent, professional credentials, and a resume with contact information of at least three references.

Applications must be postmarked no later than May 24, 2013.

Send to:
Barbara O’Block, E.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Diocese of Gary
9292 South Broadway Avenue
Merrillville, Indiana 46410

Queen of All Saints Parish Employment Opportunities

Maintenance Supervisor – The maintenance supervisor oversees and supervises all aspects of maintenance in a safe and effective manner. Instructs and monitors maintenance staff in general custodial tasks. Communicates on a regular basis with the appropriate people to accomplish the task. In the absence of scheduled maintenance or custodial employees performs daily operations. Purchases supplies for maintenance as needed. Maintains open file of emergency systems, i.e. plumbing, electrical, fire, sewage, underground tanks, etc.

Preferred candidates would possess the following strengths; a motivator, responsible individual, a good communicator, a planner, someone who leads people to change, good organization skills and flexible take charge attitude.

Qualifications:

Trade school or High School Coop
Three or more year’s supervisory experience in related field.
Three to five years previous maintenance experience
Boiler certification and HVAC desirable.
Good leadership abilities, able to manage and motivate a team. Good interpersonal skills and organizational skills.

Part-time, Salary Range = $16,237-$24,166
Start date – July 1, 2013
Deadline to Apply: May 15, 2013

If you know of someone who is qualified for this position, please have them contact Cathy Kush, Queen of All Saints Parish Business Manager at cathyk@qas.org.

No jobs currently available.

Director of Evangelization

Work Year:     12 months; attendance at Sunday Masses required.
Start Date:       As early as May 1, 2013
Reports To:     Pastor
Salary:             Commensurate with Archdiocesan Guidelines

Requirements:

Masters in Pastoral Studies or comparable ministerial experience
Ability to organize and coordinate Catholic liturgy
Proven ability to organize and work well with people, including fundraising
Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities:

Coordinate religious instruction for elementary and high school age parishioners, as well as the Salome Scholarship Program and supervise Coordinator of Family Ministry.
Coordinate Religious Education opportunities for adults in the parish.
Serve as Saint James’ Campus Minister by providing opportunities for catechesis and fellowship among students at area colleges (Illinois Institute of Technology; Illinois College of Optometry; Vandercook College; Shimer College) on campuses and at Saint James.
Coordinate meetings of Evangelization Board and oversee all committees and organizations that report to Board.
Direct Zeb’s House, Saint James’ Young Adult Ministry.
Help coordinate aspects of Sunday worship (such as greeters, new parishioner registration, etc.) to ensure a peaceful and vibrant worship environment.
Work with Evangelization Board, as well as other Saint James Staff, to create and promote Eucharistic and non-Eucharistic worship opportunities (not only during regular Sunday Masses) that will attract potential new members (these worship events should be directed at groups such as University Catholic Alumni, former Saint James School Alumni, new neighborhood residents, etc.)
Maintain census data base of parishioners, students and friends.
Reports to and works closely with the Pastor, including organizing a fundraising event to support evangelization efforts.

Send cover letter, resume and three letters of recommendation to: Deacon Terry Collins
St. James Catholic Church
2907 South Wabash Avenue
Chicago, IL 60616
tcollins@stjameswabash.org

Principal - Providence Cristo Rey

Who We Are

Located minutes from downtown Indianapolis, Providence Cristo Rey is a private, college-preparatory high school for students from families with limited financial means. Like all Cristo Rey Network schools PCRHS combines rigorous classroom instruction with real-life corporate work study experiences for students by partnering with the most recognizable companies in the Indianapolis area. Our Corporate Work Study program provides students the opportunity to learn job skills, explore career opportunities, and build their network. The CWS program is the linchpin that makes our faith-based, college preparatory education affordable to all students and families who could not otherwise afford a Catholic education. We opened in 2007; our first graduating class was in 2010. 100% of our seniors have been accepted to college.

Who We Seek

The President and the Principal provide mission leadership for the entire school. As the chief academic officer of the school, the Principal provides leadership for faculty and students in a way that creates a positive learning environment, a highly functioning school, and respect for diversity and student culture. The Principal is responsible for the execution of a well-developed, college-ready curriculum executed by an excellent faculty using evidence-based instructional strategies. The Principal creates a culture of respect and achievement by fostering teamwork, collaboration, and communication throughout the entire school and across departments and job descriptions. The Principal is a member of the school’s leadership team, actively collaborating with the Vice President of Corporate Work Study and Institutional Advancement, and the Directors of Corporate Work Study, Admissions, Finance, and Communications and Marketing.

Primary Responsibilities

Directs the recruitment, selection, and retention of faculty, vice/assistant principal(s), other instructional and extracurricular staff who are best fitted to the mission of the school
Leads the implementation of the common, rigorous, college-ready curriculum so that all students can achieve at high levels
Leads teachers towards consistent use of evidence-based instructional strategies with a high probability of increasing student achievement
Leads teachers in interpreting and using student achievement data to inform instruction
Develops and executes an effective faculty professional development program through the support of the Cristo Rey Network, ensuring classroom impact with an emphasis on classroom management techniques
Uses a research-based framework to routinely coach and supervise teachers, completing a summative evaluation for every teacher
Coordinates standardized testing as required by Indiana and the Cristo Rey Network
Oversees the development and maintenance of school accreditation with the identified national/state accrediting agency (AdvancED)

Requirements

Practicing Catholic
Master’s degree in education or related field
Minimum 5 years experience teaching or combination of teaching/administration in a secondary school
Experience in school administration, with principal certification
Successful leadership and management experience
Experience in an urban school required; experience in a Cristo Rey Network school is beneficial
Sensitivity to the diverse ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds of the student body.
Commitment to the school’s mission and the Cristo Rey Mission Effectiveness Standards
Fluency in Spanish is a plus

The Principal reports directly to the President and will work with and assist the President as needed. This summary does not describe all job responsibilities, and a full job description is available upon request. The Principal will begin job duties at the beginning of the PCRHS school year on July 1, 2013.

Application Process
If you have the requested background and a passion for the mission of this school, we invite you to apply by March 15, 2013. An application, resume, and three letters of reference are required, in addition to a copy of your transcripts. Please include a statement of your educational philosophy and explain your desire to work at a Cristo Rey Network school. Submit your application packet to President Joseph P. Heidt at jheidt@pcrhs.org. Download the PCRHS application for employment.

Job Title: President
Reports to: Superintendent, Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Rockford
Supervises: Principal, Advancement Director, Business Director, Enrollment Director
Office Location: Boylan Catholic High School, 4000 St. Francis Drive, Rockford, IL 61103

Call for Candidates:

Boylan Catholic High School, located in Rockford, IL, seeks a dynamic leader to serve as the school’s first President. Boylan, founded in 1960, is a co-educational institution serving the greater Rockford area for grades 9-12.

Position Summary:

The President is the Chief Executive Officer of the school and functions as a leader within the school community with a special commitment to the Catholic spiritual and pastoral identity of Boylan. The President is responsible for the creation and execution of long and short-range goals and objectives that further the mission of Boylan Catholic High School and ensure that the school's operation is consonant with its approved mission. The President is hired by and serves at the discretion of the Bishop. The President is directly responsible to the Superintendent of Schools, Diocese of Rockford and the Boylan Board of Directors.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will be a practicing Catholic who displays a record of leadership and accomplishment in the education or non-profit sector. He or she must have a proven record as a successful individual with strong organizational, supervisory, and leadership capabilities. Exemplary interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to develop relationships with the school’s constituents. The candidate must also demonstrate fundraising success, especially with major gift solicitations. He or she must have significant experience with complex operating budgets.

A master’s degree is required and a doctorate is preferred. A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in a leadership position is required with a preference for school administration.

The successful candidate will display a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of Boylan Catholic High School. The ability to work effectively with many constituencies is valued highly. These constituencies include the Board of Directors, school personnel, parents, pastors, alumni, students and other school groups. Other important characteristics include a strong work ethic, personal integrity, excellent communication skills, strategic thinking, enrollment management, and finance and planning skills. Evidence of a commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth is required.

To Apply:

Salary and benefits commensurate with experience – negotiable. Submit cover letter, résumé, and references to:

Diocese of Rockford
Superintendent of Catholic Schools
555 Colman Center Drive
PO Box 7044
Rockford, IL 61125

For more information about Boylan Catholic High School, please visit our website at www.boylan.org.

St. Mary Cathedral is seeking a full-time Pastoral Associate to lead parish ministry team, providing vision, coordination and application of faith formation programs from womb to tomb. The associate will participate in the pastoral care of St. Mary Cathedral parish and K-12 school community, supervise ministry staff, implement programs with submission of a budget and accountability of expenses, and delegate duties to ancillary staff and volunteers. This position requires excellent communication and computer skills. Successful candidate must have a BA/BS; MA preferred, and be a qualified catechetical leader with significant experience in parish ministry and some experience in management and finance. Salary to commensurate with experience. Benefits are offered. Send resume and cover letter with the application packet found at http://www.dioceseofgaylord.org/inside/job-openings-42/

to
Human Resource Office
Diocese of Gaylord
611 W. North Street
Gaylord, MI 49735
fax: 989-705-3589
e-mail: jabeel@dioceseofgaylord.org

Quincy Notre Dame HS - Principal

Quincy Notre Dame High School in Quincy, IL is seeking a principal beginning the 2012-13 school year. For more information please visit http://www.quincynotredame.org

MISSION MINISTRY LEADER

POSITION OPPORTUNITIES:	Create and build the foundation and structure that supports and sustains mission from the ground up Advance the organization’s mission and healing ministries Design, develop and implement mission and values learning opportunities for all staff Design, develop and implement a mission orientation strategy Strengthen mission awareness throughout the organization Coordinate the community benefits process
MEASURES OF SUCCESS:	Metrics on mission orientation, mission formation and community benefits Sense and feel that the organization is more fully living it’s mission and values
SKILL SET:	Master’s Degree in Divinity or a related discipline Certified Chaplain with NACC or an equivalent organization Experience (minimum 7 years) in an acute healthcare leadership (by influence) role Experience in the design, development and implementation of mission related educational programs Knowledge of the Catholic tradition (i.e. scripture, theology and ethics)
CLIENT DESCRIPITION:	A mid-sized and highly specialized medical center, serving the residents of northern Minnesota, Michigan and Wisconsin. Committed to providing the highest quality care of physical, emotional and spiritual care to each of those residents. An Outside Magazine “Top 10 Dream Town” with a variety of outdoor activities guaranteed to keep you occupied throughout the year.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:	A COMPETITIVE Wage and Benefit package (including relocation assistance is provided!

For more information, please call Richard Thorne at Thorne Consulting (404) 873-3775
E-mail resume: Richard@thorneconsulting.com

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