Meaningful work * service oriented and respectful work environment * work-life balance * up to 2 days of telework after 90 days of employment for non supervisors - 1 day of telework for supervisors * generous leave * more holidays than the federal government, including Christmas week off * free parking as well as free transportation to/from Ballston metro * paid lunch breaks * professional development tuition assistance * tuition assistance for your children enrolled in our diocesan schools after 1 year of employment * generous benefits, including a pension plan * AND MORE...
POSITION SUMMARY:
The mission of the Office of Multicultural Ministries is to support and serve the pastoral needs of the many Catholic ethnic communities within the Diocese of Arlington. The Office is responsible for engaging members of diverse cultural and language communities in the life and leadership of the Diocese, parishes and related Catholic organizations. The Office provides resources to parishes, the diocese, and the ethnic cultural communities, in an effort to respond to diverse pastoral needs and concerns.
The Program Specialist provides support within the Office and assists in the development and facilitation of the many diverse programs and pastoral initiatives of the Office of Multicultural Ministries. The Program Specialist engages and encourages the full participation of the diocesan multicultural communities through the implementation of diocesan initiatives and national plans adopted by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
External Program Administration

• Design, support, and project manage programs and events that increase the vitality of the cultural diversity of the diocese. Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
• Creates new programs, maintains ongoing programs, coordinates annual Masses and ethnic celebrations across the diocese.
• Serves as primary liaison to parish multicultural leaders, clergy (diocesan and non-diocesan) and parish staff to coordinate and implement activities, Masses and events;
• Coordinates and schedules all meetings and activities carried out by the Office of Multicultural Ministries;
• Develops materials for meetings and activities for the spiritual and pastoral needs of the culturally diverse within the diocese;
• Prepares event logistics, diagrams, and event related materials, with the coordination of parish and facility staff under the direction of the Director.
• Independently manages, and coordinates related diocesan parish staff and facility managers for cultural programs, activities and events.
• Establishes, builds, and maintains trust relationships with the diocesan multicultural communities, which include;
• Serving as a resource to parishes, multicultural leaders and communities on cultural identity, events and activities.
• Instructing diocesan, parish, and community workshops and courses, on Building Intercultural Competency for Ministers (USCCB Program)
• Working directly with lay and clergy leaders assigned by the Bishop to spiritually advise multicultural cultural Catholic groups.

Internal Office Administration

• Coordinates daily workflow of tasks related to multicultural ministries, upcoming events, and collaborations with other Chancery offices. Maintains communication with involved staff, including updates to the Director, to ensure assignments and tasks are completed.
• Prepares routine and advance correspondence, assists with tracking the progress of critical, confidential and time sensitive documents.
• Expands the visibility and vitality of the multicultural diverse to include responsibility for the design, promotion, content, and implementation of the Office of Multicultural Ministries website and social media presence.
• Develops media content and multicultural event materials as needed, including, but not limited to, flyers, posters, bulletins and web announcements. Coordinates with outside vendors for special projects.
• Handles all Office of Multicultural Office accounting functions and administrative details.
• Analyzes and presents summarized information for the Director of Multicultural Ministries. Continually investigates areas of potential process improvement and works toward increased efficiencies.
• QUALIFICATIONS:
• Knowledge/Skills:
• Working knowledge of office machines and equipment. Proven competencies in Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge and understanding of Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to communicate effectively with strong public speaking skills. Knowledge of maintaining a strong social media presence a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Must be accurate and detail oriented.
• Strong working knowledge and understanding of church liturgy, organization, social teaching and operational procedures. Knowledge of the diversity in the US Catholic Church, or bilingual, in a language other than English, a plus.
• The ideal candidate will have an outgoing personality and be passionate about working across cultural divides.
• Education Required: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent.
• Years and Types of Experience: Minimum of three to five years progressive experience in a culturally diverse administrative business office environment. And/or, a combination of mission, non-profit, and event planning experience.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in working for the Catholic Diocese of Arlington, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.