Catholic Diocese of Columbus

Office of Catholic Schools

Teaching and Administrative Vacancies

Please direct all inquiries to Jeanne Gissel, Human Resources Assistant for Teacher Personnel, Office of Catholic Schools (614) 221-5829 or email jgissel@columbuscatholic.org.

See openings for School Adminstrators here.
See openings for Preschool/Childcare teachers here.
See openings for Elementary teachers here.
See openings for Secondary teachers here.
See openings for Non-Teaching school employees here.
See openings for Other Dioceses here.

To apply for a teaching position, please see the teaching application.
To apply for a substitute teaching position, please see the substitute teaching application.
To apply for an administrative position, please see the administrator application.

Diocesan Positions

Office of Catholic Schools
Associate Director of Planning, Development, and Marketing
Full Time
Must be Catholic

Overview of the Position: The Office of Catholic Schools is seeking a dynamic individual to fill a key position leading the planning, development, marketing and other related functions of the Catholic Schools. Under the supervision of the Superintendent of Catholic Schools and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the Columbus Diocese, this position coordinates, directs, and monitors functions related to planning, development, and marketing. The position is expected to use personal judgment in carrying out routine duties and responsibilities of the Office.

Qualifications: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: 

1. Promote the vision, mission, and core values of the Office of Catholic Schools. 
2. Work with schools who have been identified as in need of financial assistance to develop annual fund guidelines, instruct on procedures, and oversee the implementation of feasibility studies and capital campaigns. 
3. Develop communication, marketing, and enrollment plans for schools designated by the superintendent to help them increase enrollment and overall visibility. Instruct on
how to implement these plans and oversee that implementation. Ensure engaging value propositions at all schools.
4. Provide consultation to individual schools and presentations to groups of administrators on marketing and advocacy topics.
5. Develop and maintain the brand identity and value proposition of OCS. Work to promote OCS schools to a broader audience through a variety of initiatives. Write,
produce, and publish information and materials needed to convey the mission and vision of Catholic schools.
6. Maintain the web presence of OCS: 

a. Regularly update OCS website for an external audience, including engaging content, and accurate information.
b. Maintain a general inquiries email account and ensure prompt response.
c. Maintain OCS social media presence on Facebook and Twitter, posting a minimum of 3 times per week and develop content with schools.

7. Write grants for use by OCS to fund projects and oversee the development of the grant.
8. Develop a collaborative network of development directors at Diocesan schools. 
9. Annually work with elementary and high schools to promote applications for Diocesan scholarships. Work with the Catholic Foundation to develop, promote, and evaluate scholarship opportunities for students.
10. With a focus on solicitation of individual donors and corporate sponsors, lead the development and execution of annual fundraising events.
11. Work with all schools and the Diocesan School Advisory Committee (DSAC) in their annual review of school policies.
12. Work with superintendent to organize DSAC meetings and planning activities to strengthen Catholic education.
13. With the assistance of the Associate Director of School Finance and the superintendent, create reports and set up meetings with the Bishop’s Elementary Planning Committee to review each elementary school’s financial viability.
14. Serve as the public relations liaison for all schools and OCS in collaboration with the Communications Department.

a. Work with Diocesan schools throughout the year to obtain articles for the Catholic Times and coordinate the annual Catholic Schools Week events.
b. Coordinate articles and postings for weekly OCS communications.

15. Maintain membership and participation in appropriate national, regional, and diocesan special populations as required. May include travel to relevant conferences 
and provide feedback on what is learned from these events.
16. Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned by the superintendent.
17. Regular attendance and punctuality are essential for this job.

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree required; School Administrator’s License and Master’s degree is preferred. One year related experience is required; Experience in Catholic school and Diocesan administration. Marketing and/or development experience is preferred.

How to apply: Qualified candidates should send cover letter, resume, and three references to Dominic Prunte, HR Director at dprunte@columbuscatholic.org.