Parish Open Positions

Director of Religious Education / Parish Administrative Assistant - St. Michael's Ridge Parish, Defiance

We are looking for a full-time employee that manages administrative duties for parish operations, leads religious education initiatives, and maintains related records. This person will report directly to the pastor. The Parish Administrative Assistant oversees the management of parish office facilities, including presentation, repairs, telephones, storage areas, and filing systems.

Top Qualifications:

  • Professional verbal, written communication and strong organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in basic office computer programs.
  • Proficient in office management and customer service.
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office, ParishSOFT, and Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong listening skills and a positive attitude towards interacting with various individuals.
  • Capable of seeing the overall picture and suggesting improvements to current systems and procedures.
  • Timely, work-oriented, and well-dressed in appropriate office attire.
  • Willing to pursue additional training as needed.

For more information, please go here.

Apply to: Rev. Melwin Dsouza; (419) 497-2161; 5480 Moser Rd., Defiance, OH 43512

(Posted March 25, 2025)


Director of Young Adult, College and High School Ministry - Saint Joseph Catholic Church, Maumee

This position provides vision and coordination for the parish efforts in ministering to a growing population of young adults and high school students. This includes creating weekly opportunities to encounter God, grow in faith, experience authentic community, and become intentional disciples of Jesus Christ. The successful candidate will be a faithful Catholic with a passion for Jesus Christ and relational ministry, have the ability to form and lead teams of volunteers, be detail-oriented, a multi-tasker, and a self-starter.

Top Qualifications:

  • B.A. in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, or related field, knowledge of Catholic teachings, catechesis, and documents on youth ministry.
  • The ideal candidate will have experience in ministry to Middle School and High School students.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

For more information, please go here.

Apply to: Rene Schmidbauer, rene.schmidbauer@stjosephmaumee.org, 104 W. Broadway Maumee OH 43537

(Posted March 7, 2025)


Business Manager - St. Joan of Arc Parish, Toledo

Reporting directly to the Pastor, the Business Manager oversees the administrative and business functions of the parish in an accurate, efficient, thorough, professional, and timely manner, so as to support the parish’s mission and ministry.

Qualifications:

  • Given the strong ministerial component to the position, the Business Manager must be a practicing Catholic and registered member of a Catholic parish faith community.
  • BA/BS degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related business discipline from an accredited college.
  • Business management experience, including financial oversight, human resources, and facilities management, with a minimum of three years of previous supervisory experience.
  • Requires a high level of computer expertise in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and experience with accounting software (QuickBooks preferred).

For more information, please go here.

Apply to: Msgr. Marvin G. Borger, Pastor, St. Joan of Arc Parish, 5856 Heatherdowns Blvd. Toledo, OH 43614, mborger@joanofarc.org

(Posted February 3, 2025)


Business Manager - Saint Patrick Parish, Bryan and Sacred Heart Parish, Montpelier

Saint Patrick Parish, Bryan and Sacred Heart Parish, Montpelier are seeking a full-time Business Manager. The Business Manager performs and/or oversees all bookkeeping and accounting duties, has responsibilities in human resources (including supervising employees), and manages facilities.

At minimum, this person will have a BA/BS degree in business, finance, accounting, or related business discipline from an accredited college. This person will also have strong accounting skills and experience, a high level of computer expertise, and strong written and verbal communication skills. It is preferred that this individual is a practicing Catholic in good standing. The successful applicant must pass the required background check and fulfill all requirements of the Program for Child and Youth Protection.

Please send cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and references to Father Andrew Wellmann by mail (610 South Portland Street, Bryan, Ohio 43506) or by email (frandrew@stpatbryan.org).

For more information, please go here.

(Posted January 31, 2025)


Director of Social Ministry - St. Martin de Porres, Toledo

St. Martin de Porres Parish is seeking a part-time (20 hours a week) Director of Social Ministry. A Community Health Worker would be preferred. Main responsibilities include working collaboratively with the Pastoral Team, with the Food Pantry team , and with The Claver House team to continue and expand the social ministry of the parish . The successful candidate will work with various social agencies in the City and Diocese. An active Roman Catholic is preferred. EOE

Top Qualifications:

  • Preferred an active Roman Catholic.
  • A college degree is preferred, knowledge , or willingness to learn, of the Social Teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. A Certified Community Health Worker would qualify
  • Experience in advocacy, social service or similar program.

For more information, please go here.

Apply to: Sister Virginia Welsh, virginiawelshosf@gmail.com 419 241 4544

(Posted January 21, 2025)


Coordinator of Adult Faith Formation - St Mary Church, Leipsic

Leipsic St Mary Church is seeking a part-time, 20-24 hours a week Coordinator of Adult Faith Formation.

The primary objective will be to collaborate with the pastor in implementing a parish Adult Faith Formation program that furthers the mission of the parish, which is making faithful disciples who make faithful disciples.

Qualifications:

  • Fully initiated practicing Catholic.
  • Understanding and experience in administering Adult Faith Formation programs.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Good organizational skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Completion of Virtus training and background check.
  • Willingness to work occasional weekends and evenings, or to be available as needed.
  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred.


For more information, please go here.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with education/experience.
Position open immediately.

To apply: Send Resume and three references to: Rev. Randy Giesige
Address: 318 State St. Leipsic, OH 45856
Phone: 419-943-2688
Email: rpgiesige@gmail.com

(Posted November 25, 2025)