Coordinator Special Projects

The heart of catechesis is a person, Jesus, who is the way, the truth, and the life.

The Coordinator of Special Projects position assists with the ministry of the parish by completing and submitting raffle and other special license applications, maintains raffle financial statements, and review/submit required government submissions for all school and parish functions. The position also includes data entry for miscellaneous collections, ACH deposits, Sunday envelopes, and online giving into Flocknote. The employee executes these efforts with technical expertise within a framework of shared ministry and Catholic values.

This position will be 20‑27 hours per week
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Bring Jesus to the center of the life of every family.

• Take it to Christ
• Encourage in Faith
• Speak the Truth

• Complete and file Michigan Charitable Gaming Division (MCGD) applications for the Rosary Altar Society, School Raffle, School Auction, and Parish Raffles.
  • Meet with appropriate club/group/society representatives as needed.
  • Ensure raffles are in compliance with MCGD requirements.
  • Maintain and submit raffle financial statements with the assistance of the appropriate club, society or group representative to the MCGD.
  • Provide other statements/reports as needed.
• Coordinate all activities associated with the annual DSA including the distribution of materials, tracking and reconciliation of contributions, prepare bank deposits and regular pledge updates to the pastor.
• Data Entry
  • Weekly entry of Parish
    
    SOFT Online Giving, ACH contributions, and Sunday envelope giving and other miscellaneous giving into Flocknote.
• Vacation Back‑up
  • Provide back‑up for parish office staff when available.
• Other special projects at the discretion of the Business Manager.

High School Graduate or GED Equivalent. Associate degree, Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred.

Minimum of three years of experience as a general administrative assistant required. Fluent typing using Microsoft Office. Basic principles of accounting, project management experience, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects/responsibilities. Maintains confidentiality.

Must be a practicing Catholic active in his/her parish. Must has a valid driver's license. Must pass background check and attend Virtus Child and Youth Protection Training.

While performing duties, employee has to sit for long periods of time, using their hands in repetitive motion tasks. The position also requires long hours of standing, some stopping, and bending. Employee must be able to lift 50lbs.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work of the position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.