Job Description
Job Description
Position Title : 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.Powered by JazzHR
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