OverviewThe purpose of the Catholic Information Service (CIS) division is to be the central repository for all catechetical & evangelization resources for the Order. This position will assist in the development of these resources in Spanish, both for use by councils, particularly in Cor, and for other CIS customers - individuals, ministries, parishes, dioceses, etc. The Spanish Evangelization and Cathetical Resources Specialist is responsible for the development of new resources as well as reviewing, updating, and/or translating into Spanish current CIS offerings. The Spanish Evangelization and Cathetical Resources Specialist will also be asked to collaborate with other parts of the Evangelization and Faith Formation division to produce, review, and edit content. This position will report to the Director of Catholic Information Service(CIS).For more information about Cor, please visit our website www.kofc.org/CorFor more information about CIS, please visit our website www.kofc.org/CIS#LI-HybridCore Responsibilities- Develop Spanish resources in support of Knights of Columbus Cor (i.e., small group study/discussion material).
- Propose, plan, and develop new evangelization resources in Spanish to meet the needs of parishes and Catholic ministries.
- Develop a series of resources on Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Juan Diego.
- Coordinate with other parts of Evangelization & Faith Formation Division to develop material in Spanish in support of broader initiatives.
- Review current CIS offerings in Spanish, updating as necessary
- Translate CIS material currently available in English but not in Spanish yet
- Aid in the development and review of Cor material and content, particularly for Hispanic men.
- Develop and review Cor content consistently.
- Assist in reviewing Catholic evangelization training materials from outside organizations to determine if they could be used for the Knights of Columbus.
- Support of in-person training as needed.
- Assist the digital evangelization content team as needed with the development of Spanish content.
- Coordinate CIS material with other projects or initiatives throughout the Order.
- Assist with the development of an online CIS hub for the housing of all catechetical and evangelization content.
Skills QualificationsRequired:- Bilingual: English/Spanish
- Must have proven experience developing evangelization & faith formation materials within the Catholic Church in both English and Spanish
- Knowledge of the teachings of the Catholic Church, and the ability to apply that to Knights of Columbus programs
- Strong knowledge of the Catechism of the Catholic Church and general Catholic ecclesiastical matters
- Ability to juggle different tasks simultaneously and prioritize projects efficiently
- Strong organizational and coordination skills to support multi-tasking
- Knowledge of Knights of Columbus structure, policies and practices preferred
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team
- Ability to professionally collaborate across functions within the Knights of Columbus corporate structure
- Ability to work onsite 3/4 days in New Haven, CT
Systems/Technical Knowledge:- Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
EducationRequired: Bachelor's degree in related field.
Preferred: Master's Degree in related field.
CompensationThe wage range for this role takes into account a broad array of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The range below applies as long as the work is performed in Connecticut; the Knights of Columbus reserves the right to adjust the wage range if the position is performed in another location. At the Knights of Columbus, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $70,500 - $120,000.
Authorization to work in the United States is required.This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Physical DemandsMust be able to remain in a stationary position for a majority of the workday.
KofC CaresOur mission is focused on family and faith, and we support our employees in seeking a balanced life.
Employee benefits include:
Time Away: 13 paid holidays per year in addition to vacation and paid sick leave, and flexible workweek schedules.
Professional Development: Certifications, designation, and tuition reimbursement.
Retirement Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching company contributions, and cash balance retirement plans fully funded by the company.
Health and Wellness:
- Short-term disability and term life insurance fully paid for by the company;
- Up to 12 weeks of childbirth leave under STD policy.
- One week of fully paid parental leave for all new parents, including adoptive and foster parents.
- A variety of health insurance options, including premium-level family coverage and a pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions. The Order's health plans do not cover abortion, sterilization, or contraception, and the Order has helped advocate for other employers who do not want to provide coverage.
- Long-term disability insurance;
- Dental insurance;
- Vision insurance;
- Health club membership reimbursement;
- Employee Assistance Program
