Catholic Religious Education Coordinator

Catholic Religious Education Coordinator

Location: Tinker AFB, OK 73145 Job Type: Full Time

Requirements:

• The Coordinators of Religious Education shall have earned a Bachelor's degree in Education, with 2 years of full/part time paid religious education experience or a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline and 4 years full/part time paid religious education experience.
• The Catholic Coordinator of Religious Education shall be a Catholic in good standing, must possess the above qualifications and obtain a Catechist Certification from the Archdiocese for the Military Services within six (6) months of the start date of this contract.
• The AMS requires Religious Education Coordinators who have not earned a Master's Degree in Theology or Religious Studies to pursue an Advanced Catechist Certification.
• Have knowledge in theology, education, social science: and skill in developing curriculum, volunteer management, instruction and general administration.
• Be able to apply the knowledge, principles, methods and regulations for the operation of Religious Education programs.
• The Coordinator must be able to recruit, train, coordinate, and manage volunteers for all phases of their respective Religious Education programs.
• Must be able to obtain appropriate security clearance, and/or pass applicable background checks as required.

Duties

Scheduling & Presence

• Maintain a regular posted schedule; deviations require Wing Chaplain approval.
• Attend at least 50% of weekend Masses to answer questions, recruit volunteers, and promote Religious Education (RE) programs.

Program Planning & Implementation

• Coordinate with Tinker AFB's contracted priest and assigned chaplain to run a comprehensive Catholic RE program for authorized personnel and families.
• Follow AMS guidelines; avoid proselytizing or denigrating other beliefs.
• Plan weekly RE classes (pre-K to adult), sacramental preparation (First Communion, Confirmation, RCIA), and retreats.
• Organize ecumenical events and Vacation Bible School (VBS) when directed.

Administration & Compliance

• Prepare budgets and submit facility requests.
• Use Chapel Program Coordination worksheets and submit after-action notes.
• Maintain attendance records, volunteer rosters, schedules, and hours; recommend volunteers for awards.
• Ensure background checks for all child-contact volunteers and provide required supervision.
• Submit supply requests within required timelines; track and store materials.

Communication & Marketing

• Give regular program updates via announcements and written notices.
• Develop and maintain a robust volunteer recruiting and training program.
• Run marketing/advertising campaigns using approved social media and other tools.
• Coordinate with councils, leadership, and other RE coordinators for planning.

Meetings & Coordination

• Attend weekly chapel staff meetings and planning events.
• Work with audio/visual staff for technology needs.
• Coordinate with Protestant RE Coordinator for joint events.

Professional Standards & Conduct

• Maintain conservative, professional dress and conduct.
• Identify as contractor in meetings and communications.
• Maintain healthy relationships in a pluralistic environment; communicate effectively.

Coverage & Substitutions

• Be present for all events (arrive 30 mins early, stay until cleanup).
• Arrange approved substitutes if absent; pay substitute costs.
• Notify chaplain within 24 hours of emergency absences.

Financial & Legal Responsibilities

• Handle own tax and insurance obligations.
• Submit monthly payment requests via Wide Area Workflow.