Job Summary
Rooted in the teaching that all we are and have in life is a gift from God, the director of
stewardship strives to develop a parish (church and school) culture that recognizes
stewardship as a way of life. This position provides vision and leadership to successfully
implement a comprehensive stewardship plan that focuses on formation and promotion of
the spirituality of stewardship and stewardship-related initiatives, inviting parishioners to
share their gifts of time, talent, and treasure within the parish and overall life of the
Church.
Primary Job Responsibilities
In the Area of Building a Culture of Stewardship:
● Develop and serve as the primary staff representative to the Stewardship Core
Team. Responsible for the formation and training of new members on the
Stewardship Core Team.
● In collaboration with parish leadership, develop, implement, and evaluate an annual
plan for all stewardship initiatives within the parish. Some areas of focus within the
plan include:
○ formation to focus on the spirituality of stewardship as a way of life and the
relationship to discipleship;
○ opportunities for lay witness to strengthen the message of stewardship; and
○ annual renewal process to invite parishioners to share their gifts of time,
talent, and treasure.
● Develop and lead ongoing stewardship formation for parish staff and key parish
leadership groups (e.g. Pastoral Council, Finance Council, School Advisory Council,
committees, and ministry groups).
● Identify and promote opportunities for parishioner involvement and assist
parishioners discerning how/where to best use their time and talent within the
parish. Actively invite parishioners into a deeper engagement in the life and ministry
of the parish.
● Enhance stewardship practices within the parish and ensure that all parish
ministries and practices are consistent with principles of stewardship.
In the Area of Financial Development & Donor Engagement:
● Develop and maintain an accurate database of donors, potential donors, and major
gifts.
● Collaborate with parish leadership in developing and implementing donor goals and
annual giving initiatives (Giving Tuesday, capital campaigns, annual fund drives, etc.).
● Cultivate and foster relationships with donors and potential donors, and develop a
process for inviting major and planned gifts.
Additional Job Responsibilities
● Collaborate with the director of communications in developing stewardship content
for communication vehicles: bulletin, newsletters, email newsletters, website, social
media, etc.
● Stay current with trends in stewardship, and share information and practical
suggestions with the leadership staff of the parish and school and Stewardship Core
Team.
● Collaborate with the director of adult evangelization in promoting a culture of
stewardship through special events (New Parishioner Dinners, Volunteer
Appreciation events, Ministry Leader Summit, etc.) and other faith formation
initiatives (Called and Gifted, etc.).
● Coordinate stewardship efforts with the director of alumni relations for St. Gertrude
School.
● Serve as a member of the Family Leadership Team, and attend all parish staff
meetings.
● Maintain a good working relationship with the Archdiocese of Cincinnati Pastoral
Center, and attend various training opportunities.
● Other duties as assigned by the pastor.
● This position requires off-site work and frequent evening and weekend hours.
Credentials and Experience
● Strong written and public speaking skills, ability to foster positive relationships with
donors and prospective donors.
● Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
● Must be able to clearly articulate the mission of the Church and how parishioners’
participation through time, talent, and treasure directly assists that mission.
● Bachelor’s degree, with a minimum of three years’ experience in secular or church
development and stewardship or related non-profit experience preferred.
Physical/Mental Job Requirements
● Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods (including traversing stairs).
● Ability to effectively communicate. both verbally and in writing, with various
constituencies.
● Ability to use a personal computer, telephone, and other office equipment.
Supervision Received
Works under the direction of the pastor.
Terms Of Employment
Full Time, Salary | 8 hours per day | 40 hours per week
Bachelor’s degree, with a minimum of three years’ experience in secular or church development and stewardship or related non-profit experience preferred.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Susan Kane, parish secretary, at skane@stgertrude.org.