SUMMARY
Under the direction of the pastor or designated personnel, the communication assistant supports the development of the parish communication programs. A person in this position also supports the development of high-quality promotional materials and maintains the social media accounts for the parish.
CORE VALUES
Authenticity: Conviction that God has called us to reflect exteriorly our inner life of faith in our daily living
Respect: Affirms each person’s God-given dignity and uniqueness.
Courage: Inspired by this gift of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim and live the Word of God fearlessly and devotedly.
Commitment: Individually and collectively, we are steadfast to the team and its purpose.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and publishing content for parish social media accounts as directed by supervisor.
Assists in the coordination and implementation of communication strategies for the parish, including but not limited to executing social media strategies.
Supports program staff with the development of dynamic and compelling presentations for meetings and public speaking.
Assists with the design and coordination of marketing (i.e. e-mail, letter, digital) campaigns and provides support for marketing efforts to various program staff.
Assists with the preparation of parish bulletin.
Provides support with the production and distribution of internal and external communications.
May assist with gathering licenses and permissions for media usage.
Provides administrative and clerical support to the department.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
CATHOLIC FAITH
Requires an appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the policies of the diocese.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Associate degree in communications, marketing, public relations or a related field, supplemented by two (2) or more years’ relevant experience preferred. Experience with writing for various platforms including, print, video, radio, email, and experience with multi-tasking and juggling deadlines and priorities. Must have proficiency with technical/web skills to be able to create and publish content for the web. Bilingual in Spanish and English helpful.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must be highly organized, accurate and detail oriented.
Must be able to meet deadlines and set priorities.
Ability to work with diverse groups of people in an atmosphere of collaboration and service.
Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as effective personal interaction.
Ability to take initiative regarding research and editing.
Ability to interact with staff (at all levels) in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient, with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
Knowledge of email marketing software.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as required for special events, meetings, travel, etc.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The working hours of this position are not limited to an 8-hour day. This person will need to be available in the evening and weekends, as needed. Must be willing to work in conditions of stress and function well under pressure.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The ability to sit and stand for long periods of time. Must be able to reach, grasp, feel, and see up close and from afar. Must be able to use basic office computer hardware and peripherals, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to communicate verbally and in written form. Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (15 pounds).
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
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En Español:
RESUMENDO Bajo la dirección del pastor o personal designado, el asistente de comunicación apoya el desarrollo de los programas de comunicación de la parroquia. Una persona en esta posición también apoya la elaboración de materiales promocionales de alta calidad y mantiene las cuentas de las redes sociales para la parroquia. VALORES CORE Autenticidad: Convicción de que Dios nos ha llamado a reflejar externamente nuestra vida interior de fe en nuestro respeto a la vida cotidiana: Afirma la dignidad y la singularidad de cada persona. Coraje: Inspirados por este don del Espíritu Santo, proclamamos y vivimos la Palabra de Dios sin temor y devotamente. Compromiso: Individualmente y colectivamente, somos firmes con el equipo y su propósito. DEVALIDADES ESENCIALES Y RESPONSAS FÁRICAS Los siguientes deberes y declaraciones, como se describe aquí, están destinados a excluir las funciones específicas de la clasificación o la omisión de las tareas relacionadas, si no se incluyen en el orden de las funciones de clasificación o las funciones logísticas correspondientes. Otras tareas pueden ser requeridas y asignadas. Responsable de mantener, monitorear y publicar contenido para cuentas de redes sociales parroquiales según las instrucciones del supervisor. Ayuda en la coordinación y implementación de estrategias de comunicación para la parroquia, incluidas pero no limitadas a ejecutar estrategios de medios sociales. Apoya al personal del programa con el desarrollo de presentaciones dinámicas y convincentes para reuniones y discursos públicos. Asiste en el diseño y coordinación de campañas de marketing (es decir, correo electrónico, carta, digital) y proporciona apoyo para los esfuerzos de marketing a varios empleados del programa. Ayuda con la preparación de un boletín parroquial. Su comportamiento público no debe violar la fe, la moral o las leyes de la Iglesia o las políticas de la diócesis. EDUCACIÓN Y/O EXPERIENCIA Grado asociado en comunicaciones, marketing, relaciones públicas o un campo relacionado, complementado por dos (2) años o más de experiencia relevante prefiere. Experiencia en escribir para varias plataformas, incluyendo impresión, video, radio, correo electrónico y experiencia con multitarea y malabarismo de plazos y prioridades. Deben tener conocimiento de las habilidades técnicas / web para poder crear y publicar contenido para la web. Bilingüe en español e inglés útil. Otras habilidades Y habilidades Deben ser altamente organizadas, precisas y orientadas a detalles. Debes ser capaz de cumplir con los plazos disponibles y establecer prioridades . Capacidad para trabajar con diversos grupos de personas en un ambiente de colaboración y servicios especiales. La capacidad de comunicación oral y de trabajo bajo una presión especial y la capacidad de trabajo, así como el uso de recursos personales y de un programa de trabajo de tiempo libre, y a veces con un alto nivel de conocimiento profesional, etc. Este tipo de trabajo se requiere un nivel de interacción de tiempo de trabajo limitado, incluso en un entorno de trabajo y de la semana, con una capacidad de 8 horas de trabajo. Las tareas requieren la capacidad de ejercer un esfuerzo físico ligero en el sedentario para trabajar ligero, pero que puede implicar levantar, llevar, empujar y/o tirar de objetos y materiales de peso ligero (15 libras). Una revisión de esta posición ha incluido las funciones marginales de la posición que son incidentales al desempeño de tareas fundamentales. Todas las tareas y responsabilidades son funciones esenciales y las exigencias del trabajo están sujetas a modificaciones razonables para permitir que cada persona con discapacidad posea este nivel de conocimientos y habilidades.