Our program meetings 2-3 times a week, with assignments scheduled for home days.

We are currently seeking teachers for our preschool and elementary programs.

$20k-$25k based on experience and education level.

Pay: $55,000 – $60,000 per year; offered salary is based on diocesan-wide pay for certain
position, internal equity, market data, applicant’s skills and relevant experience, degrees and
certifications

Benefits:
This position receives a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life and
long-term disability insurance, employee-paid 403(b) and employer-paid 401(a) state-paid
family and medical leave, personal day, paid sick leave, vacation and holidays.

Responsibilities:
Oversee, plan, and execute the Family Formation program with the Family Formation team.
Collaborate with the Coordinator of Youth Discipleship to ensure transition from Family Formation to the middle school program and to assist in combined family and special events for Faith Formation families.
Recruit and train volunteers to assist with various ministry activities, ensuring they are well-prepared and motivated.
Coordinate leader investment meetings.
Help oversee annual Faith Formation registration.
Build relationships with the children, parents, and families (Needs to be at ease with social interactions in any setting).
Contribute to the long-term health and vitality of the student ministry by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Builds strong relationships with local organizations and community members to extend the Church’s impact.

Qualifications:
College degree or equivalent (in years of experience in this field).
Possess a thorough knowledge of Catholic teachings, traditions, and practices.
Be able to articulate personal faith experiences and stories that inspire and guide others in their spiritual journey.
Experience with children’s ministry and curriculum.
A level of social maturity that can accurately represent the parish and Faith Formation team.
Willingness to give first fruits to the ministry.
Develops and implements strategic plans that align with the church’s vision and mission.
Create a balanced team dynamic by leveraging the unique strengths of each member.
Maintain open and effective communication with families, staff, and the broader church community.
Basic knowledge of office equipment and software/database programs and familiar with social media.
Lives within 40 minutes of Yorkville community

The Lumen Christi Institute (LCI) seeks a Development Associate to join its growing team. The
Institute’s mission is to make the Catholic intellectual tradition a vital part of the secular university
and the broader culture.
The Lumen Christi Institute was founded at the University of Chicago in 1997, inspired by a vision
articulated by Catholic scholars at the university. The Institute engages the university community in
dialogue about the Catholic intellectual tradition through lectures, conferences, seminars, reading
groups, and non-credit courses led by both renowned scholars and students. LCI’s work has inspired
the establishment of similar organizations across the country. In 2022 the Institute established the In
Lumine Network, a consortium of Catholic institutes at non Catholic colleges and universities. LCI’s
programming also serves the wider Chicago community through in-person events and has grown a
national audience through its online programs.
The Lumen Christi Institute offers a work environment that prioritizes learning, fosters personal and
professional development, and encourages innovation in promoting the Catholic intellectual tradition.
The Institute is a community of lifelong learners, committed to integrating the intellectual and spiritual
life and to forming leaders who will bring Christian wisdom to the secular university and our society.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Development Associate will join a thriving team that has secured donations and commitments
totaling $20 million in the past three years. The associate will play a key role in the development team
by expanding our donor base and strengthening our major gift pipeline.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Manage a portfolio of promising mid-level donors and prospects through the cultivation,
solicitation, and stewardship process.
2. Make qualification phone calls and schedule meetings with major gift prospects to grow our
donor pipeline in accordance with performance targets.
3. In partnership with executive director and the director of foundation and donor relations,
draft compelling fundraising proposals for solicitations of individuals and foundations.
4. Make use of the prospect management database (Raiser’s Edge) and other institutional
resources to ensure appropriate management of donors, prospects, and alumni of the Institute.
5. Learn about and participate in Institute events in order to ensure alignment between
development and programming efforts.
6. Administer the donor benefits of the Founder’s Society (Lumen Christi’s giving society), and
ensure that donors are thanked and stewarded.
7. Build relationships with young professionals and alumni of the Institute.
8. Attend events as needed to build relationships and represent the Institute.
9. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
• A strong understanding and commitment to the Lumen Christi Institute’s mission.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability and eagerness to connect with people, comfortable on the phone and in-person.
• High level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness.
• Work well independently as well as part of a team.
• Adeptness at using MS Office and learning new technologies.
• Development experience and database experience (Raiser’s Edge or another CRM software)
are desirable.

COMPENSATION

Base salary is $55,000 (negotiable), with benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and short and long-
term disability insurance, PTO, and a 403b plan.

This is a full-time, exempt position with benefits. Annual salary range is $76-$95k DOE. Benefits include medical, vision, and dental insurance; 403(b) with employer match; eleven paid holidays plus the week off between Christmas and New Year’s Day; and three weeks of starting PTO.

The Chief Financial Officer is the financial leader of the Diocese and a key advisor to the Diocesan Bishop. The CFO collaborates closely with the Vicar General, Chancellor and other Diocesan leaders on strategic, operational, and tactical matters related to the financial management of the Diocese, industry best practices and compliance matters in support of the mission and goals of the Diocese. The CFO is responsible for the overall financial management of the Diocese and related entities and the stewardship of fiscal resources in support of the mission and goals of the Diocese. This includes all accounting and reporting functions, budgeting, cash and investment management, financing activities, risk management, and internal and fraud risk controls for the Diocese. Serves on Alaska Conference of Catholic Bishops and as executive officer of the Catholic Trust of Northern Alaska.

Essential Functions

• Evaluates and implements financial policies and practices of the diocese to ensure that financial goals and objectives are met in accordance with canon law, diocesan policies, and government regulations.
• Oversees the annual budgeting process. Makes recommendations regarding available resources and financial limitations.
• Engages and interacts with legal counsel, as needed, on issues related to the temporal goods of the diocese, including but not limited to all contracts, trusts, deeds, affidavits, and other legal documents submitted to the diocese.
• Analyzes and makes recommendations pertaining to all major financial decisions and questions facing the diocese, its parishes, and other affiliated entities.
• Oversees central administration of diocesan employee benefit plans such as health plans, retirement plans, etc.
• Oversees Property and Casualty insurance matters such as Property, Liability, Auto, Workers Compensation, Cyber, Active Assailant, and bonding as needed.
• Acts as Executive Officer for Catholic Trust of Northern Alaska (CTNA) and oversees all accounting of same.
• Serves as Diocesan Administrator for the Alaska Conference of Catholic Bishops (ACCB) and member of its Finance Council.
• Oversees the investment of all the diocesan portfolios within the Current, Endowment, and Plant Funds.  Maintains full accounting of the Endowment Fund.
• Oversees all accounting functions. Provides quarterly and annual financial statements for the diocesan Finance Council and CTNA. Presides over quarterly meetings of same.
• Oversees the planning and completion of the annual diocesan financial audit in conjunction with outside accounting firm.
• Oversees accounting and donor software systems, ensuring updates are done as needed and internal controls are maintained within roles and responsibilities.
• Maintains Fixed Assets and Depreciation schedules for the diocese.
• Oversees the payroll process for employees and religious stipends; Prepares and submits payroll taxes; Prepares and submits all payroll reports to include but not limited to Form 941, ESC Reports, Form 945, W-2s, 1095s; Reviews and submits all 1099s including but not limited to 1099 NEC, 1099 MISC, and 1099R.
• Oversees all grant requests and reports and provides financial information as required.
• Reviews estates and trusts; responds accordingly.
• Works collaboratively with the Chancellor to respond to HR issues. Provides HR support for all topics related to payroll or finances.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provides direction and supervision for all Accounting and Finance staff.
• Provides direction and supervision for the Development office including the Director of Donor Development and Director of Fundraising.
• Provides direction and supervision for Information Technology staff.

Education and Experience

• B.S. in Accounting.
• Certified Public Accountant strongly preferred.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in related field.
• Must have a strong knowledge of accounting principles.

A full job description is available on our website at catholic-community.org/jobs

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Over see and plan the 7th/8th grade Faith Formation and
Confirmation Program.
For Youth Ministry, develops and implement s a comprehensive
ministry plan that is tailored to the teens . Work closely with the Coordinator of Student Ministry to
ensure alignment in program goals and execution. Develop, train, and resource all team members (Jr. High, Youth
Ministry, Young Adult) to create a cohesive team. Over see Teen OCIA and accompany teens and their families on
the journey to receiving their sacrament s and beyond. Collaborate with Evangelization Coordinator to implement
Youth Alpha for teens and young adults. Over see annual trip to Steubenville Youth Conference.
Foster the growth of personal faith and community among the
leaders through regular team investment meetings . Develop initiatives to involve student’s families in parish life,
fostering a holistic community experience. (Needs to be at
ease with social interactions any setting). Bridge connections with the parish and Yorkville community.

QUALIFICATIONS:
College degree or equivalent (in years of experience in this field) and experience with Youth Ministry and Curriculum. Knowledge of Catholic faith and able to articulate personal faith experiences and stories that inspire and guide other s in their spiritual journey. A level of social maturity that can accurately represent the parish
and Faith Formation team. Willingness to give first fruits to the ministry. Basic knowledge of office equipment and software/database programs and familiar with social media. Develops and implements strategic plans that align with the church’ s vision and mission. Create a balanced team dynamic by leveraging the unique strengths of each member.  Strong communication skills to effectively convey the program’s goals and engage with families and the parish community.  Lives within 40 minutes of Yorkville community.