Join our team! 

If Jesus is at the centre of your life, and if you desire the same for everyone, there may be a place for you in leadership or in a mission support role at St. Anthony of Padua Parish. We have a variety of employment and volunteer opportunities in the parish.   

Current Job Openings

Administrative & Ministry Assistant

We have an immediate need on our mission support team for an Administrative & Ministry Assistant (AMA), to serve God, above all, and His people by ensuring the smooth operation of the Parish Office and by performing various administrative and ministry support tasks. 

An important frontline representative of the parish, the AMA demonstrates professionalism, charity and courtesy in all personal, verbal and written communication with parishioners, ministry members and volunteers, and the general public. 

The AMA supports and implements the sacramental and ministerial activities of the parish, including baptismal and marriage preparation, the Works of Mercy ministry, pro-life and any future initiatives that furthers the mission of the parish.

 The AMA is responsible for processing weekly collections and donations to the parish, and supports accounting functions, such as producing reports and issuing tax receipts.

 The AMA reports directly to the managing director and works collaboratively with other members of the Parish Office staff.

 Requirements:

• Commitment to Catholic doctrine and practice.
• Desire for holiness and passion for evangelization.
• Letter of recommendation from Pastor of personal parish.
• Successful Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Safe Environment screening

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office productivity software, Google apps (Gmail, Google docs, and Google Drive), and related technologies.
• Accurate and efficient data entry skills. 
• Strong organizational, planning, multi-tasking and problem solving skills.
• An understanding of the importance of safeguarding confidential information inherent in church records, databases, discussions, and meetings.

 Education, Training and Experience:

• Formal training in secretarial and/or office administration.
• 3 years’ work experience in an office environment, in an administrative capacity.
• Experience with Paritek or similar parish management software, a definite asset.
• Volunteer or work experience within a parish.
• Experience working with a diverse community.

If you have a desire to use your gifts and talents to support the mission and vision of St. Anthony of Padua Parish, please send a cover letter and  resumé to [email protected].   

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however only shortlisted individuals will be contacted.