Catholic Administrative Pastoral Life Coordinator

Job Opportunity: Catholic Administrative Pastoral Life Coordinator
Location: Vilseck Germany
Start Date: Immediate
Schedule: Part-Time to Full-Time


Make a Difference Behind the Mission

Are you passionate about supporting faith community and service within a military environment Do you want your work to directly contribute to the spiritual health and well-being of U.S. service members and their families stationed overseas If so this opportunity may be the perfect fit.

French Consulting is seeking a Catholic Administrative Pastoral Life Coordinator to support the Catholic Chaplain and Garrison Religious Support Office in this role you will play a vital part in ensuring Catholic worship services sacramental support and community activities are well-organized accessible and responsive to the needs of the military community.

This position operates under the USAG Bavaria Chaplains Religious Support Program in accordance with the Command Master Religious Program (CMRP). The programs mission is to ensure the free exercise of religion as mandated under USC Title X by providing comprehensive religious support to Soldiers Families and authorized civilians. Your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on the spiritual readiness and well-being of the community.

What Youll Do

Catholic Religious Community Support

• Provide administrative and logistical support to the Catholic Chaplain/Priest in the conduct of worship services sacraments and religious activities.
• Assist with administrative tasks in accordance with policies established for the Pastoral Care of Catholic Personnel as published by the Archdiocese for the Military Services.
• Develop and distribute a monthly Catholic community calendar outlining worship services religious events and closures.
• Create and publish weekly bulletins and announcements.
• Support Catholic community event coordination publicity efforts and registration management.
• Maintain Catholic community registration data and assist with the collection and organization of sacramental records.

Team Collaboration

• Attend and participate in required parish and chapel meetings to exchange information related to Catholic Administrative Pastoral Life Coordination duties.
• Engage in staff development programs cross-training initiatives and performance improvement activities to support mission success.
  

Professional Development & Documentation

• Obtain Military Catechist Certification through the Archdiocese for the Military Services within 90 days of being in the position.
• Prepare and present information clearly in both written and oral formats including emails meeting minutes bulletins announcements and promotional materials.

Who You Are

• You thrive in a structured mission-focused military environment.
• You communicate professionally and effectively with parishioners chaplain staff and multidisciplinary teams.
• You are service-oriented and motivated to support the spiritual lives of military members and their families.
• You are adaptable collaborative and committed to continuous learning and professional growth.

Qualifications

Degree:
Certificate or degree in Religious Education or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Education:

• Bachelors degree with a major or minor in Religious Education or a related field from an accredited institution; or
• Minimum of two years of college with additional education or coursework in religious education theology or pastoral ministry.
  

Experience:

• Minimum of three years of relevant experience (paid or volunteer) as a Bible School Teacher Sunday School Superintendent Director of Religious Education Catholic School Teacher or in a related field; or
• Six years of relevant experience (paid or volunteer) in the roles listed above may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
  

Language Proficiency:
Ability to read write and speak English fluently.

Technical Skills:

Minimum of one year of experience using standard computer applications including Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook Teams and internet/email tools.

Work Authorization & Background:

• Must possess SOFA status with access to U.S. military installations; or
• Legal authorization to work in Germany and ability to successfully pass a police background investigation.
• Must have a valid drivers license
  

Professional Conduct:

Ability to communicate and behave in a respectful courteous and professional manner consistent with U.S. military religious support standards including refraining from offensive or inappropriate language.

Additional Requirements:

Must have an operational and insured vehicle for travel.

Preferred:

Completed training for the Sacrament of Catholic Confirmation (desired but not required).


Why Youll Love It Here

• A supportive collaborative team environment focused on service and respect
• The opportunity to directly support the spiritual health of military communities overseas
• Meaningful work that makes a real difference in peoples lives

Ready to Join Us

If youre motivated to serve organized and eager to support the Catholic military community wed love to hear from you.

Apply today and bring your skills compassion and dedication to a team committed to supporting those who serve.

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French Consulting is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements.