Communications Specialist

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

The Communications Specialist supports the mission advancement of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary by coordinating and executing strategic marketing and communications initiatives. Reporting to the Director of Development, this role is instrumental in promoting the Seminary’s mission, vision, and values by developing and managing integrated, cross-channel communications campaigns. Rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ and the tradition of the Catholic Church, this role serves as a key voice in sharing the Seminary’s message with the broader community.

1. Develop, implement, and evaluate an annual communications plan aligned with Development Office goals and tailored to diverse audiences across multiple platforms.

2. Create, curate, and manage compelling content that strengthens awareness of the Seminary’s mission of priestly formation and encourages engagement and support.

3. Lead the annual Christmas Appeal, managing all campaign components such as mailings, parish outreach, videos, and overall messaging, with a focus on inspiring generosity and prayerful support.

4. Oversee the production and distribution of print and digital communications materials including The Herald magazine, email campaigns, and website content.

5. Manage and grow the Seminary’s social media presence, using platforms to share stories of formation, highlight events, and evangelize through digital witness.

6. Design and produce marketing collateral (e.g., invitations, programs, signage) for key events, including the Convivium Dinner Auction, in partnership with the Stewardship and Events Coordinator.

7. Coordinate photography and videography for events, campaign, and content needs; maintain an organized archive of digital assets.

8. Serve as primary media contact, responding to inquiries, drafting official statements as needed, and facilitating appropriate internal responses when needed.

9. Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to manage the production, printing, and distribution of communications materials, ensuring high quality and timely delivery.

10. Ensure consistent application of brand guidelines across all institutional communications to maintain a unified and professional Seminary image.

11. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Development, Rector, or their designee in support of the Seminary’s mission.

1. Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, graphic design, or a relevant field.

2. Minimum of 3 years of experience in communications or marketing, ideally within a Catholic or nonprofit setting.

3. A strong personal commitment to our mission of priestly formation.

4. Proven ability to communicate faith-centered content effectively across digital and print platforms.

5. Collaborative spirit with the ability to work closely with clergy, staff, and lay leaders in a respectful and mission-oriented manner.

6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong editing and storytelling abilities.

7. Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

8. Proficiency with social media, Squarespace, email marketing tools, and graphic design software is preferred.

Cover letters and resumes should be submitted by January 9, 2026, and applications will be reviewed beginning the week of January 4th, 2026

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

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