Chancery Secretary

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The Diocese of Covington invites qualified, actively-practicing Roman Catholics to apply for the position of Chancery Secretary. This full-time position fulfills vital logistical and operational functions in an active office environment and requires a motivated self-starter with a love for the Church, an interest in service, and a demonstrable history of maintaining confidentiality. Other requirements include experience and comfort with using Microsoft 365 software, helpful and pleasant communications skills regardless of the medium, and exceptional organizational ability and attention to detail. Interested candidates may send a letter of interest along with a comprehensive resume, including compensation history and at least five appropriate references with email contact information, by email or fax to Stephen Koplyay, SPHR, skoplyay@covdio.org, fax 859/392-1589.

Secretariat for Pastoral Ministry

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The Diocese of Covington Curia invites Catholics with significant ministry training and experience to consider putting their leadership skills into service to the Church by submitting their candidacy for the new position of Secretary for Pastoral Ministry. A Diocesan reconfiguration of responsibility areas will position this individual to organize and lead the diocesan focus on the broad areas of evangelization, faith formation, and catechesis while simultaneously providing vision, planning, and direction for the overall Secretariat by representing the Bishop and taking the leadership role in monitoring the work of its other ministries. Key responsibilities of the Secretary will include partnering with our P-12 schools, to drive and maintain greater Catholic identity; with our own Thomas More University, to deliver first-class, in-person faith formation across the diocese; and with diocesan parishes and Directors/Coordinators of Religious Education, to establish an advisory board to oversee the programs and then to lead this network. The Secretary will also manage the overall delivery and evaluation aspects of virtual faith formation through our Catechetical Institute, in partnership with the Franciscan University of Steubenville. Our minimum requirements for candidates include: completion of appropriate formal education at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; prior Church ministry experience with a proven ability to both constructively supervise and work collaboratively with others; a solid, experiential understanding of hierarchy and structures in the Catholic Church; creativity and innovation; visionary strategic thinking; and an empathetic approach. Those considering this opportunity may submit a letter of interest along with a comprehensive resume or C-V, including compensation history and a list of references that includes contact email addresses, by email or by fax to Stephen Koplyay, SPHR, at skoplyay@covdio.org or 859-392-1589.

 

Financial Controller

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The Diocese of Covington is seeking an individual with the necessary professional training and background in finance and accounting to assume the role of Controller within the Diocesan Finance Office. This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and has a broad responsibility to produce accurate financial information for Diocesan offices, officials, and entities, and to monitor financial controls that safeguard assets of the Diocese. Specific major duties include reconciliations, limited internal auditing, invoicing, supervision of cash disbursements and receipts, tax reporting forms, workers compensation, preparation of financial statements, preparation of work papers for annual audit, closing of the fiscal accounting year, supervision of accounting staff, verifications, and general accounting and software assistance. Candidate requirements include advanced training in accountancy (a CPA license is preferred) with at least five years of previous experience as an Assistant Controller or Controller, strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and precision in written and oral communications. Candidates must be Catholic in good standing with the Church.  Interested individuals may submit a resume and cover letter including salary history, along with at least five professional references including contact email addresses to Stephen Koplyay, SPHR at skoplyay@covdio.org

Diocesan Hispanic Minister

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The Diocese of Covington, Kentucky (www.covdio.org) invites individuals who are proficient in both English and Spanish and who are interested in advancing the mission of our local Church to discern a full-time vocation of ministry and service to the communities of primarily-Spanish-speaking families and individuals living within the boundaries of our diocese. We seek a passionate, committed individual to work to build productive, collaborative relationships, and then to be a proactive advocate for the continuing pastoral care and assimilation of these identified and unidentified persons into the life of our local Church and our communities. The Diocesan Hispanic Minister will work a very flexible full-time schedule, committing time and resources to draw these constituencies closer to the heart of the Church. The Diocesan Hispanic Minister will be a facilitator of care and accompaniment, identifying and implementing new methods of outreach, and acting as a communications bridge. S/he will utilize social media, public gatherings, and other means of group communications to demonstrate and promote opportunities for growth, advancement, and understanding. We are looking for a personable, actively practicing Roman Catholic who is well-versed in Church doctrine and practice, as well as the Hispanic language and culture. A degree in Theology or a related field is preferred, and experience working with or actively participating in a Hispanic Catholic community environment would be important. Interested individuals who may feel called to this kind of ministry should send a letter of interest and a detailed comprehensive resume, including references with contact email addresses, to Stephen Koplyay, SPHR by email at skoplyay@covdio.org.

Director of Maintenance – St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption Parish

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St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption Parish invites qualified individuals to apply for the full-time position of Director of Maintenance. We require a motivated, personable self-starter who possesses practical maintenance and mechanical skills and abilities. Knowledge and/or experience with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, mechanical maintenance, painting, and general safety procedures are essential elements of the job. This position will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the Cathedral Basilica and its grounds, the Cathedral Rectory, and the Cathedral Parish offices. The Director will lead and supervise other maintenance and custodial staff in scheduled and unscheduled activities related to the ongoing functioning and usage of the Cathedral properties. In addition, this individual will serve a very necessary role as an additional ambassador to the many visitors the Cathedral Basilica welcomes on a regular basis. The workweek will ordinarily be Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. However, the nature of the position may require the Director to occasionally work outside of that schedule in order to repair, or to arrange repair for, something that breaks or malfunctions and needs immediate attention. Interested candidates may contact Stephen Koplyay, SPHR by email at skoplyay@covdio.org to apply.