Weekend Caretaker

Job Summary:

The weekend Onsite Caretaker is responsible for setting up meeting rooms for retreats, greeting guests, general maintenance, and security of buildings. Housing will be provided, and it is expected for this person to reside at Cedarbrake, be available “on call” on most weekdays and abide by property rules. The position reports to the Cedarbrake Director and operates with little latitude for the use of independent judgment and initiative.

Ministerial Character

The Bishop is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the particular Church (the diocese) entrusted to him. In a unique and visible way, he makes Christ’s mission present and enduring as Shepherd of the Christian Community. In order to fulfill his mission, the Bishop employs suitable, chosen collaborators (clerics, religious, or lay people). He shares with them the apostolic mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.

Each position employed in the Diocese of Austin helps to extend the ministry of the Bishop in particular ways as outlined in the job description. Therefore, the employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the Bishop in the performance of his ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the church.

Essential Job Duties:

• As an integral part of your ministry for the Church as carried out in this position, support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of the Diocese of Austin in both your professional and personal life.
• Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Continuously grow in your ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed.
• Perform light property maintenance.
• Greet people as they arrive to the retreat center.
• Coordinate facility maintenance and clean-up and interface regularly with lead housekeeper.
• Set up and take down meeting rooms.
• Provide security for all buildings and grounds – lock buildings, check alarm systems.
• Maintain chapel and library, including altar clothes and linens.
• Required to serve on-call from Friday evening to Monday morning.
• Maintain a work schedule that maximizes availability to parishes, diocesan staff and other customers or clients.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the structure and basic teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Knowledge of light property maintenance.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and work effectively with staff, clergy, religious and laity.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and utilize effective time-management techniques.
• Ability to carry out multiple tasks, complete tasks per established guidelines, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow instructions furnished in verbal or written format.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to setup chair and tables of various size and weight.
• Ability to setup basic audio visual equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Trainings:

• High School Diploma or GED acceptable to Texas Education Agency.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of full time, wage-earning, related work experience.

Language Requirement:

• English (proficient in conversing, reading, and writing).

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.

Working Conditions:

• All employees of the Diocese of Austin are engaged in ministry and closely tied to the Bishop in the exercise of his ministry and obligations to the church.
• The Diocese of Austin is an at-will employer.
• All buildings and vehicles owned by the Diocese of Austin are tobacco-free.
• Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.
• Working on weekends, evenings and some holidays may be required.
• Will be exposed to religious ceremonies, conduct, and speech including Catholic Christian prayer and liturgical celebrations.
• Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards.
• May be required to use personal or diocesan vehicles to drive to parishes or other off-site locations.
• Traveling within and outside the diocese to meetings and other events may be required, and travel may include overnight lodging.