Catholic Administrative Religious Education Coordinator

The successful candidate for this position will be a 1099 contractor with Music Ministry International and be responsible for the following:

GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Description of Services/Introduction: This is a non-personal service(s) contract to

provide Catholic Administrative Religious Education Coordination (CAREC)

services at USAG- Fort Bragg, NC. This role involves assisting the Catholic Chaplain

and Priest in conducting religious services in accordance with the Roman Catholic

Church's guidelines, Archdiocese for the Military Services policies, Army Regulation

165-1, and Installation Chaplain Policies.

1.2 Background: The services of a Catholic Administrative Religious Education

Coordination (CAREC) fall under the USAG- Fort Bragg Chaplain’s Religious

Support Program as defined in the Command Master Religious Program (CMRP).

The mission of the Chaplain’s Religious Support Program is to provide military

religious support activities that meet the religious requirements of Soldiers, Families,

and authorized civilians. The primary goal of the Chaplains’ Religious Support

Program is to ensure the free exercise of religion which is a statutory requirement

under USC Title 10 U.S.C. § 7217. As a non-personal services Coordinator, the

Coordinator is not a member of the Commander’s Staff or Command Chaplain’s Staff.

1.3 Scope: The Coordinator shall provide Catholic Administrative Religious Education

Coordination to the USAG-Fort Bragg Religious Support Office (RSO). The

Coordinator shall be a Catholic in good standing. The Coordinator shall be able to

establish a relationship with the Arch Dioceses for military services (AMS), and

cooperate on all matters faith related. This is a non-personal services contract

between the USAG-Fort Bragg RSO and the Coordinator to perform tasks and provide

deliverables identified herein. The Coordinator shall become knowledgeable of the

Catholic Community and Garrison Religious Support program through the review of

SOPs, program schedules, etc. The Coordinator shall create and provide a weekly

bulletin and announcements as well as assist with Community Event Coordination

and Publicity. The Coordinator shall maintain the Catholic Community Registration as

well as collect and support Sacramental Records. All services should be conducted in

alignment with the Archdiocese for Military Service (AMS) requirements.

1.4 Objectives: The objective of this requirement is to provide support to the Garrison

RSO and Catholic Chaplain/Priest in conducting religious services. The Coordinator

shall focus on providing support to the Catholic population by assisting with various

administrative tasks related to religious services. The services provided must align

with the policies defined for the Pastoral Care of Catholic Personnel as published by

the Archdiocese for Military Services.

1.5 Period of Performance: The Period of Performance (PoP) for this contract is to be

determined.

1.6 Coordinator Support Hours: This contract does not require a traditional full-time Monday

through Friday 9:00 to 5:00 type work environment. Workdays and hours will vary according to

the approved Calendar of Events, tasks outlined in the JOB DESCRIPTION, and the time of meetings. Some

tasks may require holiday, evening, and weekend hours. The Coordinator shall maintain an

adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this JOB DESCRIPTION.

1.7 Place of Performance: The work to be performed under this contract will be performed at

USAG-Fort Bragg, NC.

1.8 ackground Checks: A Tier 1 with State Criminal History Repository (SCHR) is

required for the Catholic Administrative Religious Education Coordinator. In accordance with

Department of Defense Instruction (DODI) 1402.05 and Army Directive 2014-23, each

individual working with children under the age of 18 in conjunction with this contract must

successfully complete the Tier 1 with SCHR background check. The background check will be

initiated and paid for by the government and will be accomplished after award of the contract.

1.13 Installation Access: The Coordinator shall provide all information required for background

checks to meet installation-access requirements to be accomplished by the installation provost

marshal office, director of emergency services, or security office. The Coordinator shall comply

with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by DOD, HQDA, and local

policy.

1.9  - The Catholic Administrative Religious Education Coordinator must be able to

obtain a Catechist certification from the Archdiocese for the Military Services within 90 days of

contract award. The Coordinator shall possess the ability to present information orally and in

written format. The ability to speak English clearly and with excellent comprehension is

essential. The Coordinator must be computer competent in Windows-based operating systems and

be proficient with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

2.0 Specific Tasks

2.1 – The Coordinator shall provide basic services under this contract for the Catholic Community:

• 2.1.1 Task Statement: The Coordinator shall attend Religious Support Office Staff Meetings to gather program information essential for Catholic administrative and religious education coordination.

• 2.1.2 Task Statement: The Coordinator shall create and distribute a monthly Catholic Community calendar.

The calendar must be provided to the COR and Priest no later than the final business day of the

preceding month. It shall include all major events, Religious Education dates, holiday closures, and Holy

Days of Obligation

• 2.1.3 Task Statement: The Coordinator shall create and distribute

a weekly bulletin for the Catholic community.  The bulletin must be provided to the Priest and COR

for approval no later than COB four (4) days prior to the weekend service. It must contain information on keypersonnel, Mass times, and upcoming events as specified in the Garrison RSO

• 2.1.4 Task Statement: The Coordinator shall maintain the Catholic Community registration list.

o STD: The Coordinator shall collect new member information and provide an updated, accurate

community register to the COR and Priest.  The updated register must be submitted by the

first business day of each month.

2.2 Sacramental Preparation and Records

• 2.2.1 Task Statement: The Coordinator shall prepare all liturgical and Eucharistic elements for each Mass service.

The Lectionary and Roman Missal shall be correctly marked for the day's readings. The sacred vessels, unconsecrated hosts, and wine shall be prepared for use IAW the Garrison's SOP.

• 2.2.2 Task Statement: The Coordinator shall prepare and manage Sacramental records.

The Coordinator shall collect all required supporting documents (e.g., birth/baptismal certificates) from

candidates and accurately prepare the corresponding record in the Army's sacramental record-keeping portal (AMS) for Priest certification.

• 2.2.3 Task Statement: The Coordinator shall provide documentation to support the AMS Quarterly Clergy reports.

The Coordinator shall provide all requested documents and data within the scope of this JOB DESCRIPTION to assist in the preparation of quarterly reports.

2.3 : Program and Event Coordination

• 2.3.1 Task Statement: The Coordinator shall coordinate logistical support for all Catholic Community events (e.g., Mass, special events, Holy Days). Facility reservation request forms must be prepared and submitted to the COR and Priest/Sponsor for approval

• 2.3.2 Task Statement: The Coordinator shall create and manage publicity for all community special services and events. Publicity flyers must be prepared and submitted to the COR and Priest/Sponsor for approval. \

• 2.3.3 Task Statement: The Coordinator shall track and report attendance for all Catholic Community events.

A record of attendance for all events shall be maintained and a consolidated report provided to the COR.

• 2.3.4 Task Statement: The Coordinator shall track and report on consumed materials and supplies.

A report of all consumed supplies corresponding to community events shall be submitted to the COR.

2.4 Religious Education (RE) Program Support

• 2.4.1 Task Statement: The Coordinator shall coordinate logistical and administrative support for RE programs.

 The Coordinator shall prepare and submit facility reservation requests and publicity flyers for RE programs, including seasonal periods (Advent, VBS, etc.), for approval by the Priest/Sponsor.

• 2.4.2 Task Statement: The Coordinator shall provide logistical support for the execution of weekly RE classes.

The Coordinator shall format and organize program materials (curriculum, copies, supplies) as provided by the government. This includes distributing materials to classrooms and resetting spaces after program conclusion.

• 2.4.3 Task Statement: The Coordinator shall track and report on RE program attendance and supply consumption.

The coordinator shall track weekly RE attendance and material consumption, submitting a consolidated report to the COR.

Special Qualifications: All services under this contract are to support the Senior Chaplain and the Senior Catholic Chaplain in charge of the Catholic Chapel Service. The Coordinator shall be experienced and fully qualified to perform the required services without any supervision or direction by Government personnel. The Coordinator shall furnish in writing to the COR any sub-Coordinator within five business days after award of the contract, to include all certifications, background checks, contact information and personal identification information (PII) of the alternate Coordinator that will participate in the performance of this contract. The coordinator shall present a neat and professional appearance during work hours, conforming to the industry standard known as “business casual”.

• The coordinator shall possess the ability to present information orally and in written format (i.e., emails, minutes, bulletins, advertising, and marketing). Effective interaction with individuals from different religious groups is imperative. Ability to speak English clearly and with excellent comprehension is essential.
• Coordinator personnel must demonstrate a familiarity with the Catholic faith and practices in accordance with Sacred Scripture and Traditions and be a practicing Catholic.  Experience with a military Catholic Community and chapel environment is highly preferred.
• The Coordinator shall ensure that contract they possess a current and valid driver’s license and current vehicle insurance is maintained before operating any type of vehicle or equipment on the installation.

Interested Candidates are requested to forward their resume together with three references from individuals who can attest to the candidate’s good work and steadiness.  Candidates who do not possess the specific attributes/qualifications in "Special Qualifications" above need not apply. This is a part-time position with compensation based on budget and the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.  

Apply directly at: https://music-ministry.jobsoid.com (scroll down to “Ft. Bragg”) in order to expedite your application.  Your application requires providing reference information for (3) individuals including one priest or pastor who can attest to your abilities as they relate to this job posting.  References must include: name, title, organization, relationship to you, email address (necessary field) and phone number. Depending on security software, candidates are requested to monitor spam folders for further application communications from MMI.