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Spalding Pastoral Center - Diocesan Director of Communications

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DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS – CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF PEORIA

Job Description
The Diocese of Peoria is hiring a Director of Communications to develop, lead, and execute our communications strategy for evangelization efforts at both the diocesan and parish levels. We are looking for candidates with marketing and communications experience who are excited to bring their talent to bear upon our mission of growing disciples in parishes and schools throughout. The Director will oversee all aspects of external and internal communications and as a strategic partner to the Bishop, the Director will work with leaders across the diocese to develop strategic communication priorities, as well as ensure consistency and continuity of messages and all creative assets.

 

ABOUT THE DIOCESE:

We started in 1833; with Fr. John Mary Cyr visiting Peoria, noting “Peoria is already and will be more so, one of the most important points on the Illinois River for Catholicity, if nothing will be neglected on our part. It is therefore high time to take the matter into consideration; it is now time to plant.”

We have since grown to what we are today, a diocese of over 130,000 Catholics spread throughout 26 counties, 156 parishes and over 40 schools. We serve the mission of Jesus and the Church through the many offices and ministries that strive to provide a path to missionary discipleship in the model of Christ Himself. The mission of our diocese is the foundation for how we run it. We believe that your job should support your vocation, your gifts and your charisms.

Our bishop, the Most Reverend Louis Tylka, envisions the future of our Diocese one of further planting: seeds of faith in those who’ve left the Church; seeds of hope for the strong Catholics who remain; and seeds of charity for those in our midst who are most in need. This role will be an integral part of growing in the diocese.

 

ABOUT THE JOB AND THE WORK:

Fundamentally, this role is about both strategy and execution, high-level visioning and day-to-day follow through. You will help the Diocese of Peoria reach many souls by building a strategy for sharing the Truth of the Church with all who live within our region. Your work will be focused on defining key ways to evangelize through communications at a diocesan level. This will include the development of foundational communications strategies, new branding efforts, a communications team and the day-to-day efforts that come with a job of this importance.

Over the past several years, we have been working through Bishop Tylka’s pastoral plan, Growing Disciples. You can learn more about this effort here (https://cdop.org/pastoral-plan/).  Communicating the hope of this plan will also be a big part of the role once you come on board and into the future.

Additionally, your work will focus on building an effective agency-like department at the service of our parishes throughout Central Illinois. This vital piece of the future of this office will allow our parishes to rely on you and your team to more effectively communicate, evangelize, and ultimately compete for the hearts and minds of those in our parishes.

We don’t currently have a communications department or spare staff to work on everything you’ll need to accomplish.  While some may see this as a disadvantage, we think it’s an opportunity that the right person will enjoy. It’s for someone who wants the growth of a life-changing experience on their shoulders while also having the ability to fill out a communications team that they will build, lead, and manage.  It’s for a self-starter who likes autonomy, is a missionary disciple who loves the Lord, has an authentic prayer life, is organized, ambitious, and also has a lot of fun at work.

In addition to big picture strategy, you’ll focus on practical day-to-day work: like hosting trainings and events for pastors and parish leaders, coordinating and training key lay volunteers in parishes across the diocese, fielding sponsorship opportunities that come our way, and sharing feedback with the leadership team. You’ll reach out to and manage relationships with influencers, groups, organizations, movements, events, and other ministries. You’ll also be expected to regularly detail progress, setbacks, and insights for the whole diocese. And you will be working in tandem across our other offices. You will manage reactive and crisis communication efforts as they come and develop content for diocesan communication platforms.

Lastly, you can expect other staff to listen, and hear you. You can expect to give and provide direct feedback. You can expect to be counted on. You can expect to do your best work and build a career here. We build our team and our culture for the long haul, and we enjoy the ride too as a community serving the same mission.

Bottom-line, this is a key role and an impact position at the Diocese of Peoria. In time, the diocese should look better with you on board; A clear case of before and after. You’ll help us be noticed, be seen, and be found. This is a big responsibility and we are here to support you, cheer you on, and make it happen.

 

ABOUT YOU:

With native son, sainthood candidate, and pioneering communicator Venerable Fulton J. Sheen as a model, the ideal candidate will be an active participant in the Catholic faith with a solid understanding of Church teaching and how to effectively communicate to a wide-ranging audience. You will be integral to furthering the mission of Jesus and the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Peoria.

You should be very familiar with the Catholic faith, someone who loves the Church, and is thrilled at the opportunity to deploy your gifts and skills for our mission to grow disciples.

A strong track record of conscientious, thoughtful work speaks volumes. You do not need to have worked in the Church before this job.

Other requirements that we are looking for:

  • Experience developing and implementing communications strategies
  • Excellent writing/editing and verbal communication skills
  • Highly collaborative style; relationship builder with the flexibility and finesse to manage by influence and sincere commitment to work with all constituent groups
  • High energy, maturity, and leadership with the ability to serve as a unifying force and to position communications discussions at both the strategic and tactical levels
  • Analytical skills to solve problems and find the best way to convey a message
  • Creativity to produce exciting and interesting content
  • Organizational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize projects while working on a deadline or in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability and confidence to work independently
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service and work effectively with staff, clergy, religious and laity
  • Technological ability to work on a variety of digital platforms and also create web and mobile content

If this sounds like a job for you, we look forward to speaking more.

 

HOW TO APPLY

We want to get a sense of how you think. To that end, please use your cover letter to share with us your take on the following questions:

  1. Why are you passionate about evangelization?
  2. Describe how missionary discipleship has impacted your life.
  3. Tell us about your marketing/communications experience in the marketplace, and whether or not you worked in a faith-based setting before?
  4. Give us an example of a business, ministry or diocese that you think markets themselves particularly well? Who’s doing an outstanding job out there? And why?

Please keep your cover letter to fewer than 1500 words. Tell us why you want this job, not just any job. Please send all application materials to humanresources@cdop.org

We can’t wait to hear from you.

Type: Other
Time: Full Time
City: Peoria
Department: Communications
Date Posted: May 12, 2023
Start Date: Immediate

Peoria Notre Dame High School - Special Education Teacher

Details:

Peoria Notre Dame High School
5105 N Sheridan Rd
Peoria, IL 61614
pndhs.org
(309) 691-8741

Contact: Mrs. Jacqueline Kelly, Principal
j.kelly@pndhs.org

 

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with general education teachers to co-plan and co-deliver inclusive math and English lessons
  • Differentiate instructional strategies, materials, and assessments to address individual student needs within the inclusive classroom setting
    Utilize assistive technology and instructional aids effectively to support student learning and engagement
  • Foster an inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect, empathy, and collaboration among all students
  • Collaborate with Student Support Services to develop, review, and revise Individualized Service Plans
  • Implement accommodations and interventions specified in the ISPs to meet students’ unique learning requirements
  • Regularly assess and monitor student progress, adjusting instruction and support as necessary to ensure academic growth and success
  • Share evidence-based strategies and resources during professional development sessions to support the inclusion of students with diverse learning needs in the general education classroom

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in education or related field
  • Valid Illinois teaching license with Special Education endorsement
  • Experience working with students with diverse learning needs, preferably in a high school setting
  • Knowledge of various learning abilities, behavioral disorders, and other exceptionalities, as well as evidence-based strategies and interventions
  • Strong understanding of the general education curriculum, particularly in math and English
  • Patience, empathy, Christian values, and a genuine passion for working with students with a variety of needs

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references to j.kelly@pndhs.org by Friday, June 16, 2023.

Our Diocese will be transitioning to Frontline Applitrack by March 15, 2024.

Type: School
Time: Full Time
City: Peoria
Department: Math, English, Math/English
Date Posted: February 16, 2024
Start Date: For the 2023/2024 school year

Holy Cross School - 6th Grade Reading / Language Arts

Details:

Holy Cross School
410 W White St
Champaign, IL 61820
https://holycrosselem.org/
(217) 356-9521

Contact: Mr. Greg Koerner, Principal
gkoerner@holycrosselem.org

Our Diocese will be transitioning to Frontline Applitrack by March 15, 2024.

Type: School
Time: Full Time
City: Champaign
Department: Language Arts, Grade 6
Date Posted: February 16, 2024
Start Date: For the 2023/2024 school year

St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Peoria - Director of Evangelization & Faith Formation

Details:

St. Vincent de Paul
6001 N University St
Peoria, IL 61614
svdppeoria.com
(309) 691-3602

Pastor: Fr. Stephen Willard
frwillard@svdpvikings.com

St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Peoria, Illinois is hiring for a full-time Evangelization/Faith Formation Director. This ministry position includes developing faith growth opportunities for all parishioners, evangelization outreach to the unchurched, working families, youth ministry, parish retreats/missions and other spiritual events in the parish.

This person should have a love for the Eucharist and the Church and have the ability to lead people to a relationship with Jesus. This person will work with the pastor and staff to help form true disciples of Christ.

Please send a resume with references to Fr. Steve Willard at frwillard@svdpvikings.com

Type: Parish
Time: Full Time
City: Peoria
Department: Evangelization, Faith Formation
Date Posted: July 7, 2023
Start Date: Immediate

Schlarman Academy - 9-12 Math Teacher

Details:

Schlarman Academy
2112 N Vermilion St
Danville, IL 61832
schlarman.com
(217) 442-2725

Contact: Mrs. Barbara Rew
brew@schlarman.com

Schlarman Academy is searching for a suitable candidate to fill the role of full-time High School Math Teacher for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. An ideal candidate will have good parental communication skills, be highly organized, knowledgeable in Math education (Algebra and Upper Level Math – AP Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, & AP Statistics), have a bachelor’s degree, and IL teacher certification. Retired teachers may also apply.

Our Diocese will be transitioning to Frontline Applitrack by March 15, 2024.

Type: School
Time: Full Time
City: Danville
Department: Grades 9-12, Math, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, 9th-12th Grades
Date Posted: February 16, 2024
Start Date: For the 2024/2025 school year

St. Mary School - Jr. High Language Arts and Literacy

Details:

St. Mary’s School
414 N Main St
Pontiac, IL 61764
school.stmaryspontiac.org
(815) 844-6585

Contact: Mrs. Karen Jones
jones.karen@stmaryspontiac.org

St. Mary’s School is located in Pontiac, IL which is about 40 minutes from Bloomington-Normal, about 60 minutes from Peoria and about 90 minutes from Chicago. We are looking for an energetic, dynamic individual to teach Jr. High Language Arts and Literacy. The successful candidate will be able to create a learning environment using a variety of techniques to teach all learners. The class benefits from 1:1 technology. Ideal candidates would also be a practicing Catholic who is strong in their Catholic Faith. St. Mary seeks to inspire life-long learners and ignite servant-leaders through a program of academic excellence grounded in the traditions and values of the Holy Catholic Church.

Our Diocese will be transitioning to Frontline Applitrack by March 15, 2024.

Type: School
Time: Full Time
City: Pontiac
Department: Language Arts
Date Posted: February 16, 2024
Start Date: 2024-2025 School Year

St. Malachy School - 5th Grade Teacher’s Aide

Details:

St. Malachy School
340 E Belle Ave
Rantoul, IL 61866
stmalachyschool.org
(309) 691-8741

Contact: Mrs. Jennifer Fox
jenniferf@stmalachyschool.org

We are looking for a teacher’s aide to work in our 5th grade classroom. Applicants must have an Associate Degree or have successfully completed two years of study at a regionally accredited college or university. Duties will include assisting with instruction and classroom management on a whole class and individual level.
Salary is dependent upon experience

Our Diocese will be transitioning to Frontline Applitrack by March 15, 2024.

Type: School
Time: Full Time
City: Rantoul
Department: 5th Grade
Date Posted: February 16, 2024
Start Date: Immediate

Central Catholic High School - LBS1

Details:

Central Catholic High School
1201 Airport Rd
Bloomington, IL 61704
cchssaints.org
(309) 661-7000

Contact: Mr. Jim Appio, Director of Operations
jappio@cchssaints.org

Our Diocese will be transitioning to Frontline Applitrack by March 15, 2024.

Type: School
Time: Full Time
City: Bloomington
Department:
Date Posted: February 16, 2024
Start Date: For the 2023/2024 school year

Central Catholic High School - High School Math

Details:

Central Catholic High School
1201 Airport Rd
Bloomington, IL 61704
cchssaints.org
(309) 661-7000

Contact: Mr. Jim Appio, Director of Operations
jappio@cchssaints.org

Our Diocese will be transitioning to Frontline Applitrack by March 15, 2024.

Type: School
Time: Full Time
City: Bloomington
Department: Math
Date Posted: February 16, 2024
Start Date: For the 2023/2024 school year

St. Joseph Catholic School - Kindergarten Teacher

Details:

St. Joseph Catholic School
300 N. 6th St.
Pekin, IL 61554
https://www.stjosephschoolpekin.com/
(309) 347-7194

Contact: Mrs. Kathy Radovich
kradovich@stjosephschoolpekin.com

Our Diocese will be transitioning to Frontline Applitrack by March 15, 2024.

Type: School
Time: Full Time
City: Pekin
Department: Kindergarten
Date Posted: February 16, 2024
Start Date: For the 2024/2025 school year

Spalding Pastoral Center - Coordinator of Human Life and Dignity

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COORDINATOR OF HUMAN LIFE AND DIGNITY – CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF PEORIA

 

ABOUT THE OPENING:

We are hiring a Coordinator of Human Life and Dignity to assist the bishop, pastors and parishes of the Diocese of Peoria with ministries committed to protecting the dignity of every person from conception through natural death. In this capacity, the position provides service, support, and resources for public education, prayer, pastoral care, and public policy. Programs may include Living Scripture Retreat (formerly known as Project Rachel; post-abortion healing), Walking with Moms in Need, Pro-Life activities and events, Care for Creation and other urgent, developing issues such as assisted suicide, gun violence and the death penalty. We are looking for a person of faith who is both a pastoral minister that possesses a vision of how a local Church can develop its potential and a professional who holds specialized credentials in this particular ministry. This position will collaborate closely with our Catholic health care ministry leaders at OSF as a jointly sponsored ministry.

 

ABOUT THE DIOCESE:

We started in 1833; with Fr. John Mary Cyr visiting Peoria, noting “Peoria is already and will be more so, one of the most important points on the Illinois River for Catholicity, if nothing will be neglected on our part. It is therefore high time to take the matter into consideration; it is now time to plant.”

We have since grown to what we are today, a diocese of over 130,000 Catholics spread throughout 26 counties, 156 parishes and over 40 schools. We serve the mission of Jesus and the Church through the many offices and ministries that strive to provide a path to missionary discipleship in the model of Christ Himself. The mission of our diocese is the foundation for how we run it. We believe that your job should support your vocation, your gifts and your charisms.

Our bishop, the Most Reverend Louis Tylka, envisions the future of our Diocese as one of further planting: seeds of hope for the Catholics who remain active in the Church; seeds of faith in those who’ve left the Church; and seeds of welcome for those who are seeking God and renewal.

Over the past several months, we have been working through the Diocese of Peoria’s pastoral plan, Growing Disciples. You can learn more about this effort here (https://cdop.org/pastoral-plan/).  This role will be an integral part of growing in the diocese.

III. RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Guide the implementation of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Pastoral Plan for Pro-Life Activities by assisting in the development of programs and strategies in the areas of education, prayer, pastoral care, and public policy while working collaboratively and effectively with Catholic health care ministry leaders.
  2. Advance the bishop’s vision, agenda and strategy for Human Life and Dignity by promoting a consistent ethic of life through the execution of a plan which elevates focus upon and advocacy for human life and dignity at the parish, school and in health care ministry.
  3. Serve as diocesan representative in activities and for organizations ensuring they are consistent with the doctrine and values of the Catholic Church and the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the areas of Human Life and Dignity.
  4. Serve as a resource and advisor to pastors, parish life coordinators, administrators, principals, directors, and other leaders in advancing awareness of Catholic doctrine on the sanctity of human life.
  5. Resource and grow already existing ministries, working in close, intentional and effective collaboration across Diocesan and health care domains.
  6. Help develop an active Care for Creation Commission with key leaders in the diocese
  7. Develop and coordinate diocesan Healing Ministry including but not limited to Healing Masses, SAM (substance abuse ministry) Masses and supporting and training mental health professionals who facilitate groups in our parishes called Project Hope, with support of behavioral health professional and others.
  8. Collaborate with the Illinois Catholic Conference as required and directed in developing and implementing educational and advocacy programs related to public policy and Church doctrine, with special emphasis on early life, family life support, Natural Family Planning and end of life areas of opportunity and concern.
  9. Collaborate with the Secretariat for Pro-Life Activities of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops in advancing national Pro-Life agendas with effective intersections across parishes, diocese, schools and health care.
  10. Maintain active, working relationship with OSF as a jointly sponsored ministry so that resources can be shared to further the ministry of human life and dignity in our diocese. Serve as key “point person” for Respect Life, Life and Human Dignity initiatives, projects and communications.

IV. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ANTI ABILITIES

  1. A professed and practicing Roman Catholic who can clearly and accurately articulate the teachings of the Church with respect to the sanctity of human life.
  2. A preference for someone with both theological/ pastoral competencies that has competency and skill in working with parishes, schools and health care organizations.
  3. Demonstrated oral and written communications ability, including listening skills.
  4. Demonstrated public relations and interpersonal skills.
  5. Ability to work well independently as well as with others, with emotional intelligence and conflict management skills.
  6. Strong organizational and management skills, with willingness to commit to regular collaborative meetings to intersect initiatives.
  7. Ability to recruit, train, and supervise volunteers.
  8. A high level of initiative, judgment, and discretion.
  9. Ability to use social media and other digital forms of communications.
  10. Ability to work effectively with people from diverse and cultural backgrounds.

 

The Diocese of Peoria offers a flexible and supportive work environment for all employees. In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Health, dental and life insurance, flexible spending program for dependent care and medical expenses, employer paid pension, 403(b) tax deferred retirement plan, vacation, personal and sick time.

Please send cover letter, resume and writing sample to humanresources@cdop.org.

Type: Other
Time: Full Time
City: Peoria
Department: Office of Mission Support
Date Posted: March 15, 2024
Start Date: Immediate

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