Director Of Communications (EX)

Our Lady of the Fields Parish seeks a dynamic and mission-driven Director of Communications to lead and unify all parish communications. This role is essential in moving beyond simple information-sharing toward actively proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ and advancing the parish's mission and vision.

The Director of Communications will develop, coordinate, and implement a comprehensive communications strategy that strengthens engagement within the parish and expands outreach to the broader community. This individual will serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, ensuring that all communications reflect and promote the parish's mission at the highest level. The Director of Communications will report directly to the Pastor.

Parish Mission and Vision

Our mission is to Love God. Love Others. Make Disciples. Our vision is to Make Church Matter.

Position Purpose

Currently, parish communications are handled in a fragmented and reactive manner. This position is designed to:

Create a cohesive, strategic communications approach
Strengthen parish identity and visibility
Proclaim the parish's mission and vision in all messaging
Foster deeper engagement within the parish and increase outreach to the wider community.
Essential Functions:

Strategic Communications Leadership Develop and implement a comprehensive parish-wide communications strategy
Ensure all communications consistently reflect the parish's mission, vision, and branding
Serve on the Senior Leadership Team
Assessment & Planning Review existing communication channels and tools
Identify gaps, opportunities, and areas for improvement
Branding & Identity Establish and maintain consistent parish branding
Present a welcoming and engaging community image
Digital Presence & Technology Oversee website restructuring, maintenance, and content management
Improve the livestream experience
Social Media Management Manage Instagram, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and Flocknote
Content Creation & Publications Develop and manage newsletters, bulletins, liturgical programs, and parish guides
Volunteer Engagement Recruit, train, and manage volunteers supporting outreach, livestreaming, and website initiatives
Outreach & Community Engagement Build relationships with community organizations and media outlets
Coordinate communications efforts with the Archdiocese
Signage & Visual Communications Oversee signage and visual communications across parish facilities
Marketing & Advertising Promote parish events, initiatives, and the parish mission
Position Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field preferred
Strong digital communications and content strategy skills
Ability to effectively communicate a faith-based mission and vision
Excellent writing, editing, and organizational skills
Strong collaborative leadership style
Proficiency with social media platforms, websites, email marketing, and digital communications tools
Practicing Catholic preferred, with a commitment to supporting the mission of the Church

Pay Range: $70,000 - $80,000, Annualized

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package with this position, including health, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life and disability insurance; automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan and employer contribution (whether or not the employee contributes); and generous paid holiday, sick and vacation leave. Please click on the link below for more detailed information:

https://www.archbalt.org/human-resources/employee-benefits/employee-benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.