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Employment in the Diocese of New Ulm

Full-Time Executive Scheduling & Travel Coordinator: Diocese of Crookston (Virtual/Remote Eligible Position)

Job Qualifications: The Diocese of Crookston is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with to serve as a full-time Executive Scheduling & Travel Coordinator. This virtual/remote position provides specialized administrative support focused on calendar management, travel coordination, and executive assistance for the Bishop of the Diocese of Crookston and the Chancellor/Chief Operating Officer. The successful candidate must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church, with a demonstrated commitment to the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church. This role supports the pastoral and administrative mission of the Diocese by ensuring that executive schedules and travel arrangements are handled with care, efficiency, discretion, and professionalism.

Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree required. • Demonstrated experience in executive-level scheduling, travel coordination, or administrative support. • Knowledge of and familiarity with the structure, mission, and practices of the Catholic Church, with the ability to work effectively with clergy and church leadership. • Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail. • Excellent written communication skills, including proofreading and light editing. • Ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and work independently in a remote environment. • Proficiency with digital calendars, email, and virtual collaboration tools. • High level of professionalism, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.

Responsibilities Executive Calendar Management • Manage and maintain the Bishop’s calendar, ensuring accuracy, appropriate prioritization, and clear communication of meetings, events, and commitments. • Manage the Chancellor/COO’s calendar, including internal meetings, external engagements, and travel-related scheduling. • Coordinate scheduling with pastors, diocesan staff, councils, committees, and external partners. • Anticipate and resolve scheduling conflicts while allowing for preparation time, travel time, and pastoral priorities. Travel Coordination • Arrange domestic and international travel for the Bishop, including flights, lodging, ground transportation, and itineraries. • Prepare detailed travel itineraries and ensure all necessary information is communicated in advance. • Monitor travel plans and respond promptly to changes, delays, or urgent needs. • Coordinate travel documentation and expense-related materials as required. Executive Support • Provide administrative support to the Chancellor/COO as assigned, including scheduling coordination and travel-related assistance. • Assist with proofreading and light editing of correspondence, reports, and documents. • Track deadlines, follow-up items, and action steps related to executive meetings and travel. Collaboration & Professional Conduct • Work closely with the Bishop’s Executive Assistant and other diocesan staff to ensure seamless coordination between virtual and in-person operations. • Maintain a high level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality in all matters. • Communicate clearly, courteously, and promptly with clergy, staff, and external contacts.

Work Environment • Fully virtual/remote position. • Occasional availability outside standard business hours may be required to accommodate travel or scheduling needs. Benefits The Diocese of Crookston offers a competitive compensation package including health, dental, and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off.

Position Summary The Executive Scheduling & Travel Coordinator is responsible for managing complex calendars, coordinating domestic and international travel, and providing select executive support functions. The successful candidate will work independently in a remote environment while collaborating closely with in-office diocesan staff. A high level of confidentiality, sound judgment, and responsiveness is essential.

How to Apply:: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to: Janelle Gergen, Chancellor/Chief Operating Officer, Diocese of Crookston, Email: jgergen@crookston.org

Job Deadline: March 19, 2026

Parish Business Administrator

Job Qualifications: The Churches of Assumption, St Peter and St Richard in Richfield, MN, have an exciting opportunity for a Parish Business Administrator to join our staff. In this position your primary responsibility is to lead the overall finances, day-to-day operations, facilities and property management, office services and human resources for the Churches of St. Peter, St. Richard and Assumption. Our ideal candidate will have experience with business management including accounting and budget responsibilities. To excel at this position you will have the ability to adapt to varying environments, tasks and responsibilities and foster a spirit of collaboration. Interested candidates should refer to richfieldcatholicparishes.org/employment-opportunities for a detailed position description and more information about our parishes.

Additional Information:: The Churches of the Assumption and St. Richard in Richfield, MN are multi-generational, multi-cultural, Roman Catholic Communities with long-standing traditions of a warm and kind hospitality to all. We strive to be people filled with the Holy Spirit and encourage the full participation of our multicultural community in worship, ministry, and faith formation. Building on our strong and faithful pasts, the three parishes of Richfield have begun a bold Spirit-led collaboration process to build synergies between the ministries and cultures of our parishes and our school.

How to Apply:: Qualified candidates would email a letter of interest and resume to Ligia Araque, Director of Administration & Accounting, laraque@strichards.com.

Job Deadline: January 28, 2026.

Communications Manager

Job Qualifications: Catholic Rural Life (CRL) seeks a full-time Communications Manager. CRL is a national, Catholic nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting Catholic life in rural America. Our vision is thriving families, farms, and parishes centered on faith, community, and care of creation. Our work in ethical agriculture and pastoral ministry & outreach supports and builds the rural Church by educating leaders—clergy, religious, and laity.

The Communication Manager is responsible for supporting CRL program’s communication needs, and managing communication to CRL constituents through CRL’s magazine, website, social media and email newsletters.

The office is located at the University of St. Thomas campus in St. Paul, Minn.

Primary duties and responsibilities include:

  • Promote Catholic Rural Life’s mission and programs throughout the United States.
  • Support CRL’s quarterly magazine that reaches national audiences.
  • Manage CRL website portal, social media, and regular communication to the email list.
  • Design digital and hard-copy materials for program events, news and other marketing needs.
  • Develop, edit, and publish photos, graphics, and other visuals for social media and email marketing.
  • Support CRL’s development efforts.

Experience and Qualification Requirements A successful candidate for this position will have the following: ● Undergraduate or higher degree in communication, journalism, or relevant field experience. ● Excellent communication and marketing skills. ● At least three years of successful communication experience or relevant field experience. ● Excellent communication and administrative skills. ● Proficiency in software applications, desktop publishing software, and presentation applications. Understanding of web protocols, standards, and technologies. ● Prospective candidates should be a practicing Catholic with desire and ability to promote CRL’s mission.

**Supervision ** The Communication Manager will report directly to the Communication Director of Catholic Rural Life. The office is located at the University of St. Thomas campus in St. Paul, MN.

**Terms ** The salary for this position will depend upon experience.

How to Apply:: Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to Seth Forster, Office Manager at seth@catholicrurallife.org, or mail to Catholic Rural Life, Univ. of St. Thomas, 2115 Summit Ave., Mail #4080, St. Paul, MN 55105. Visit our website at CatholicRuralLife.org.

Job Deadline: January 22, 2026.

Director of Rural Development

Job Qualifications: Catholic Rural Life (CRL) seeks a full-time Director of Rural Development. CRL is a national, Catholic nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting Catholic life in rural America. Our vision is thriving families, farms, and parishes centered on faith, community, and care of creation. Our work in ethical agriculture and pastoral ministry & outreach supports and builds the rural Church by educating leaders—clergy, religious, and laity.

The office is located at the University of St. Thomas campus in St. Paul, Minn. The professional chosen will be expected to live in the Twin Cities metro and work in the office.

The salary for this position will depend upon experience. Catholic Rural Life offers a competitive benefits package that includes dental and medical coverage, a retirement plan and flexible personal time off.

Today, we advance our mission through four inter-related areas of impact:

  • CRL’s Thriving in Rural Ministry program - Sharing of best practices and leadership development for pastors and deacons serving in rural communities.
  • CRL’s Thriving Congregations - Strengthening lay leadership in parishes and expanding CRL presence throughout the rural America.
  • CRL’s Ministry in Rural Areas and Small Towns – Supporting CRL Chapters and developing lay leadership through regional partnerships in rural communities.
  • CRL’s Mustard Seed Project – Sharing stories of faith, hope and transformation in rural communities.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Catholic Rural Life, the Director of Development for Grants is responsible for providing leadership and initiative in expanding CRL’s support from foundations and institutions that support CRL’s programming and capital campaign, Sowing Seeds for Faith and Growth in Catholic Rural Life. The Director will work alongside the Director of Development for Donors & CRL Members as part of the Development Team.

Primary duties and responsibilities include: • Research and write successful grant proposals to support CRL programming, raising between $500,000 to $1,000,000 per year. • Prepare annual development plans for foundations/institutions. • Participate on the Development Team to help support CRL programming and growth. • Travel nationally for meetings with funders and attending relevant events.

Experience and Qualification Requirements A successful candidate for this position will have the following: • Demonstrated success at securing grants ≥ $50,000. • Demonstrated success in planning and executing annual development plans. • At least five years of successful fundraising and development experiences. • Excellent communication and presentation skills. • Proficiency in donor database management; Microsoft Office Suite; Google Suite. • Undergraduate or higher degree in business or relevant field of study.

How to Apply:: Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to Seth Forster, Office Manager at seth@catholicrurallife.org, or mail to Catholic Rural Life, Univ. of St. Thomas, 2115 Summit Ave., Mail #4080, St. Paul, MN 55105. Visit our website at CatholicRuralLife.org.

Job Deadline: January 22, 2026.

Fall Policy Intern and Spring Law Clerk

Job Qualifications: 2) The Minnesota Catholic Conference in St. Paul, MN, is seeking a Fall Policy Intern and Spring Law Clerk to join their team. These positions are a great way to gain hands-on experience in law and public policy while serving the mission of the Church at the Capitol.Those interested should visit www.mncatholic.org/jobs to learn more.