Secretary

Secretary

St. Pius X Parish in Brantford is looking for a full time Secretary for the church office. Reporting to the Parish Priest, this position offers a competitive rate of pay. Weekly schedule is Tuesday through Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (with an hour of lunch).

Primary responsibilities

• Greeting visitors, handling phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate individuals.
• Completion of weekly bulletin in both hard copy and digital forms.
• Maintaining and updating of bulletin boards as needed.
• Recording Mass intentions, Sacramental registration information, the Sacramental registry, and issuing Sacramental certificates (Baptism, Confirmation, Marriage).
• Completion of schedules for Parish Priest as required.
• Maintaining and updating Parish calendar of events including.
• Maintaining and updating Parish website.
• Order supplies for the office and Parish as needed.
• Acting as a liaison between the Parish and funeral homes for funeral planning.
• Other duties as assigned by the Pastor when required.

Requirements :

• Post Secondary education in a relevant field preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• 2-3 years of prior secretarial/office experience preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in PDS (Parish Data System) considered an asset.
• Strong attention to detail, and ability to organize and prioritize efficiently.
• Strong Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.
• A good understanding of and respect for Catholic Doctrine, Liturgy and practice.

** The Diocese of Hamilton is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation, please inform the Human Resources Manager.