Diocese of Brownsville | Human Resources

Position: Development Coordinator
Classification: Full time – exempt
Department: Development
Supervisor: Moderator of the Curia

Job Summary: Primary functions are to provide direction and coordination of the development of various programs to generate financial support for the Diocese of Brownsville and the local community it serves. Incumbent is expected to determine and coordinate the planning, resource development functions of the Diocese including short and long range forecasts of demographic characteristics for the programs to further the mission of the Diocese. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Bachelors’ degree in business administration or related field from an accredited institution
Three years or more experience in the field of resource development and/or planning.
Commitment to the Church with a clear understanding of its mission and structure.
Knowledge in research, marketing, planning administration and communications.
Knowledge and experience of non-profit organizations.
Computer literate (Word, WordPerfect, Excel, PowerPoint)
Excellent communication skills (Bilingual – English and Spanish)
Excellent telephone etiquette
Organized and able to meet deadlines
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and reach desired results

Determines the planning and resource development needs of the Diocese including short and long range demographic studies, short term and long term planning goals, and capital improvement forecasting to respond to specific growth characteristics and population needs of the Diocese.
Develops and directs the annual appeal and all related aspects; this includes doing the research for demographics.
Develops a program to increase donations/giving to the Diocese, cultivates relationships with major donor prospects throughout the Diocese.
Develops potential grant sources.
Provides consultation and assistance for parishes undergoing capital campaigns, including an annual follow up to determine success of parish efforts.
Conducts studies to evaluate potential growth for additional parishes/missions.
Assists in the defining or re-defining parish boundaries.
Assists with the development of a diocesan map and deanery maps.
Responsible for all administration functions and management of this office, including budget preparation.
Provides support to the Catholic Foundation on special projects such as the Bishop’s dinner and other fund raising activities.
Collaborates with diocesan grant writer
Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work area is a typical office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Average forty hours per week. This position requires some flexibility of hours due to evening meetings and weekend events as required.

Interested please submit resume to: , Director of Human Resources
1910 University Blvd.• Brownsville, TX 78520 • Phone 956-542-2501• Fax 956-550-1561