Parish Secretary - Part Time - Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish - Elk Grove Village - Vic. IV

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The Archdiocese of Chicago, the third largest in the United States, serves more than 2.2 million Catholics in 216 parishes in Cook County and Lake County, a geographic area of 1,411 square miles. The Archdiocese, pastored by Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, has more than 13,000 employees in its systems and ministries, including Catholic Charities, the region's largest nonprofit social service agency. The Archdiocese also has one of the country's largest seminaries. The Archdiocese's 150+ elementary and secondary schools comprise one of the largest U.S. private school systems. Its schools have received 96 U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon Awards.

Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish is seeking two welcoming, organized, and mission-driven individuals to serve as part-time Parish Secretaries. These positions work collaboratively to support the daily administrative operations of the parish while helping create a hospitable and faith-filled environment for parishioners, visitors, and staff. 

The Parish Secretary serves as a primary point of contact for the parish office and plays an essential role in supporting the pastoral mission of the parish through excellent communication, organization, and ministry-minded service. 

Key Responsibilities
• Provide a warm and professional welcome to parishioners, visitors, and callers
• Manage front office operations, including phones, email, and general inquiries
• Maintain parish records, sacramental documentation, and databases
• Coordinate Mass intentions, calendars, and scheduling
• Support clergy and staff with administrative needs
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all parish matters
• Assist with liturgical and seasonal administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications 

• Strong organizational and communication skills 
• Friendly, service-oriented approach aligned with parish hospitality 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic office technology 
• Prior administrative or parish office experience preferred 
• Understanding of Catholic parish life and respect for Catholic teachings 

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here. 

This position has an hourly range of $16.00 - $26.00. An employee’s pay within the hourly range will be based on many factors including but not limited to:  relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.