Employment

Department of Development and Stewardship
Development Associate – Full Time
FSLA Status: Non-exempt
The Archdiocese of Mobile is seeking an energetic self-starter for the Development Associate position. This is a perfect opportunity for someone who desires a long and successful career in development and fundraising in the nonprofit sector. This position requires a person with excellent computer skills who pays great attention to detail, enjoys working with a team and understands the importance of confidentiality. This individual will report to the Director of Development and Stewardship, and will work with the development team, volunteers, donors, clergy, parish, school and ministry staff throughout the Archdiocese of Mobile. The Catholic Charities Appeal, campaign administration, The Catholic Foundation, planned giving and parish stewardship are some of the programs administered by the development team.
The development associate will be responsible for many tasks, including:

• Processing donations and prepare acknowledgement letters and other correspondence
• Providing excellent customer service
• Maintaining the database and accurate data entry 
• Running queries and preparing monthly reports
• Assisting with writing newsletters and annual reports
• Assisting with fund-raising events and mailings
• Creating and uploading marketing materials for print and electronic distribution
• Coordinate volunteers
• Promoting the Annual Catholic Charities Appeal by speaking at parishes
   

• Organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Accuracy and attention to detail in data entry
• Ability to function either independently or as an active team member
• Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written
• Proficient in Microsoft suite, mail merge and database management - RE NXT preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Previous administrative assistant or customer service experience
• Manage sensitive and confidential information with integrity and confidentiality

The Archdiocese of Mobile offers a competitive salary and benefits program. To apply, please e-mail a resume and cover letter in PDF format to [email protected].
Contact Information:
Shannon Roh, Executive Director of Development and Stewardship
[email protected]
356 Government Street · Mobile, AL 36602

Montgomery Catholic Social Services Office Director

Major Function: Ensures Catholic Social Services’ Mission of service, empowerment and enrichment of those in need is carried out with dignity
in keeping with the professional and ethical standards through each of the ministries provided by the Montgomery Office.

Accountable: Archdiocesan Director of Social Services
Qualifications: Preferred candidate will hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Business Administration or a related field with 3-5 years administrative and programming experience in a non-profit setting. Employee must successfully complete the Archdiocese of Mobile’s Children and Adolescent Protection Program and background check. Position requires employee to have current Alabama Driver’s License and insurance coverage of personal vehicle, which will be drive for business purposes.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as a conscience to staff to ensure the Mission of CSS is followed and all inquiries for services are handled in a spirit of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Maintains adequate staff office coverage for service of clients during published office hours, Monday through Friday, from 8:30-4:30 p.m.
• Ensures the equitable delivery of CSS services to all persons regardless of religious affiliation in Autauga, Bullock, Butler, Conecuh, Crenshaw, Dallas, Elmore, Lowndes, Montgomery, and Wilcox counties served by CSS.
• Responsible for hiring, providing training opportunities, supervising, and evaluation of employee performance.
• Assists Program Managers to set service goals and desired outcomes.
• Maintains statistical data for agency, prepares annual report, and submits

• Responsible for holding monthly staff meetings and for issuing inter-office communications that clarify and affirm operational policies and procedures.
• Plans and executes bi-annual staff in-services/retreats that address issues relevant to all staff.
• Meets quarterly in-person with Archdiocesan Director. Maintains a minimum of bi-weekly telephone contact to discuss strengths, challenges, and a timeline for resolving issues.
• Responsible for ensuring adequate and quality public relations coverage as needed for CSs programs.
• Participates in the recommendation of new Advisory Board Members in keeping with identified needs of the overall Board. Responsible for orienting new Board Members to agency program and staff, clients, and local social service network.
• Convenes and meets bi-monthly with the Advisory Board and with Board Chair, Executive Committee, or Committee Chairs as needed. Communicates with Board Members in a timely manner regarding meeting dates. Responsible for maintaining written minutes of all formal Board and Committee meetings.
• Responsible for preparation of annual Catholic Charities/United Way budgets. Seeks input and approval of budgets by the Archdiocesan Director. Monitors ongoing financial picture of agency with Board members. Consults with Archdiocesan Director regarding funding shortfalls.
• Researches and submits grant proposals for new and existing programs.
• Responsible for sustaining United Way relationship and satisfying all membership requirements.
• Promotes the ministries of CSS through community speaking engagements and participates in the annual Catholic Charities Campaign as a speaker.

Maritime Ministry is in need of a part time driver. Candidate must have a current driver’s license, insurance and a good driving record. Candidate must successfully complete mandatory Archdiocese Child Protection training and background check.  Job primarily consists of driving seafarers between their ships and shopping destinations. Candidate must be available Friday evenings, Saturday and Sunday for about 15-20 hours per weeks. Hours are flexible and will vary depending on need. If interested contact Deacon John Archer at 925-548-5388 or [email protected] .
 

Major objective: Supervision of the overall operations of Catholic Social Services’ resale store utilizing CSS employees and volunteers.

Position Reports to: Executive Director

Position: Non-exempt status

Qualifications: Preferred candidate will have one or more years of college and at least two years’ retail experience; one year experience supervising employees/volunteers. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and be computer literate. Candidate must successfully complete Archdiocesan Child Protection Training and background check. Must have a valid Alabama Driver’s License and use of personal insured vehicle. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities:

• Supervision of and assistance with staff and volunteers receiving, sorting, pricing, and stocking store items for sale
• Designates which donated items are to be used, discarded, distributed to other agencies, or stores on agency property
• Operates and trains others to operate the cash register
• Maintains a clean, safe, and pleasant retail store environment
• Counts money at end of day store operations and completes a written report to accompany monies given to the bookkeeper. Ensures change is available for register.
• With approval from supervisor, orders supplies.
• Solicits donations from area businesses, churches, and schools
• Responds to calls for donation pick-ups and determines action to be taken

Catholic Social Services of Mobile
Part-time Curiosity Store Cashier/Donations Processor
Job Description

 

Major Function: To ensure professional and efficient store operations by serving as cashier, donation sorter, merchandise displayer, and stocker.

Position is Non-exempt

Position Reports to: Curiosity Shoppe Manager

Qualifications: Preferred candidate will be a high school graduate with 6 months or more of retail experience. Must have above-average interpersonal skills, basic math skills and ability to manager time and priorities. Must be able to lift 30-40 lbs. Candidate must successfully complete mandatory Archdiocesan Child Protection Training and background check.

Responsibilities:

• Accept and sort through all donations, separating marketable merchandise from discards
• Distribute receipts for donations
• Price merchandise and display according to pre-organized groupings
• Answer customer inquiries regarding prices and store policies
• Operate standard case register to accept cash transactions
• Keep store and surrounding area neat, clean, and attractive
• Participate in trainings
• Related duties as requested

You can complete an application at 188 S. Florida Street between 9-4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Questions? Call Marilyn King at (251) 415-3884