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Welcome to the Diocese of Lansing Employment Opportunities Page!

The men and women employed in the Diocese of Lansing are dedicated professionals who endeavor to support the mission of the Church in many diverse areas including spiritual ministry, education, catechesis, formation, charities and administrative services.

The job opportunities listed are from the parishes, schools and central offices and agencies of the Diocese of Lansing. The openings are, in most cases, posted by the hiring institution.

Each opportunity listed gives a brief description of the job and the qualifications required of candidates for the position. Interviewing and hiring are done by the institution listing the job.

Diocese of Lansing Employee Handbook

Ministry Positions in the Diocese of Lansing

St. John the Evangelist Catholic School in Fenton, Pre-School Director, Teacher, Aides

St. John the Evangelist Catholic School in Fenton is pleased to announce the opening of our new Catholic-based preschool program for three and four year olds beginning Fall 2010. St. John School is now accepting resumes for the position of Preschool Director, Teacher, and Classroom Aides. Please send resume with cover letter no later than Friday, February 5th to:

St. John the Evangelist Catholic School
Attention: Ted Havens, Principal
514 Lincoln Street
Fenton, MI 48430

Full time H.S. Mathematics Teacher

Father Gabriel Richard High School – Ann Arbor – is seeking a full time teacher in our mathematics department. Current Michigan Certified teachers are encouraged to apply for this position teaching geometry and H. Algebra/Trig. Join an enthusiastic, dynamic faculty committed to an excellent and challenging curriculum with a Christ centered focus.

Application deadline is January 29, 2010 @ 3PM. Please send cover letter, resume, & supporting documentation, including a completed copy of the application found on our website, www.fgrhsaa.org, to:

Brian Wolcott, Principal
FGRHS
4333 Whitehall Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
bwolcott@fgrhsaa.org

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, JACKSON NON-PROFIT

Position Description: This is a new, full time staff position that will report to the Board of Directors. The Executive Director is responsible for the leadership of Marriage Matters Jackson through the development of strong partnership with the Board of Directors, the MMJ staff and community, religious and business leaders. This includes managing the MMJ staff, budget, fundraising, programs and overall operations, as well as implementing the organization's vision & strategic plan, developing and implementing an effective and efficient organizational structure, and leading the organization through the currently funded transition to a new fully independent nonprofit by the summer of 2010.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree;
minimum 5 years of nonprofit management experience;
minimum 3 years of experience in related field;
familiarity with the Marriage Education movement;
demonstrated leadership capability and people management skills;
proven ability to implement strategies necessary for success;
strong action orientation and results focus;
demonstrated skills in fundraising, including grants management;
demonstrated interpersonal effectiveness;
strong business acumen and financial management skills;
excellent oral and written communications skills.

Key Personal Qualifications:
passion for marriage;
if married, be in a healthy marriage;
personally aligned with the MMJ Vision and Mission.

Compensation & Benefits:
$60,000-$70,000 USD/year depending upon relevant experience;
Healthcare Benefits

Please send resumes and cover letters to (e-mail or mail ONLY):
e-mail: JackNear@charter.net

Mail: Marriage Matters Jackson, Attn: David Near
536 N. Jackson Street, Jackson, MI 49201

Organization Overview:
Marriage Matters Jackson (MMJ) is organized to prepare, promote and preserve healthy marriage by providing enrichment and educational events, workshops and programs for single, engaged and married residents of Jackson, Michigan and surrounding communities. MMJ has been in operation since 2006 as a community initiative and is currently in the process of a funded transition to an independent, self-sustainable nonprofit.

Ministry Positions Outside the Diocese of Lansing
(The following employment opportunities are posted as a courtesy to other dioceses. Questions regarding the details of these postings should be directed to the appropriate diocese or to the contact person listed in each posting.)

Principal, Marian High School, Bloomfield Hills
(Archdiocese of Detroit)

Marian High School, a Catholic college preparatory school for young women established in 1959 and located in Bloomfield Hills, MI is seeking a principal. Marian is sponsored by the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary and has a president/principal administrative structure.

The principal must be a dynamic, accomplished leader with strong managerial skills and a commitment to IHM values and spirituality. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader with excellent communication and human relations skills who is dedicated to fostering a community of academic excellence. An advanced degree in secondary school administration or educational leadership and at least five years of administrative experience are required.

Qualified and interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and contact information for five professional references to:

Principal Search Committee
Marian High School
7225 Lahser Road
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
principalsearch@marian-hs.org

Applications will be accepted through February 1, 2010. Start date is negotiable, no later than
July 1, 2010.

Principal, St. Joseph School, Conklin
(Diocese of Grand Rapdis)

Job Begins: Immediately upon hire

Enrollment: Approximately 60 students

Grade Levels: Pre-K – 8

Qualifications: Strong track record in strategic planning

Masters Degree + graduate hours in administration; Teaching certification; Development skills; Administrative skills; Administrative experience; Practicing Roman Catholic

Salary: Negotiable

Send resume and cover letter to:

David B. Lemieux

c/o St. Joseph School

18876 8 th Ave.

Conklin, MI 49403

Applicants encouraged to apply by January 1 st , 2010. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.