Job Description

Join us as a dynamic Operations Director, where faith meets leadership! We're seeking a practicing Catholic passionate about supporting the Church's mission while driving operational excellence at one or more parishes within the Archdiocese of Chicago. As a key strategic leader, you'll partner with the Pastor to steward human, financial, and physical resources, all while fostering a culture of service and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Leadership:

• Lead financial planning: budgets, reports, and forecasts.
• Ensure rock-solid internal controls and manage banking relationships.
• Oversee revenue and expense tracking, from offertory collections to capital campaigns.
• Serve as the finance liaison for Parish and School boards.

School Support:

• Develop financial models for tuition and aid.
• Support budget planning, enrollment analysis, and expense tracking.
• Partner with the Principal on key financial processes and aid distribution.

Facilities & Operations:

• Oversee maintenance, renovations, and capital projects.
• Manage facility usage, security, and vendor relationships.
• Act as the bridge between the Parish and local agencies.

HR & Team Leadership:

• Collaborate on HR policies and performance management.
• Lead and inspire operations staff, ensuring a cohesive and high-performing team.
• Oversee volunteer policies and parish office operations.

Communication & IT:

• Manage Parish communications: bulletins, databases, and tech systems.
• Ensure operational and financial records are accurate and accessible.

Project Management:

• Drive projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely updates and stakeholder alignment.
• Bring best practices and innovative ideas from Archdiocesan networks.

What You Bring:

• Required:
• Practicing Catholic with a deep commitment to Church values.
• Expertise in finance, accounting, and HR leadership.
• Strong QuickBooks and Excel skills.
• Discretion with highly confidential information.
• Preferred:
• Non-profit or church management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.

Why Join Us?

Make a meaningful impact in a role where your leadership and faith align. Lead a dedicated team, drive operational excellence, and support a vibrant parish community.

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