Job Description
Position Title: Catholic Religious Education Coordinator
Location: Tinker AFB , OK 73145
Job Type: Full Time
Requirements: - The Coordinators of Religious Education shall have earned a Bachelor’s degree in Education, with 2 years of full/part time paid religious education experience or a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline and 4 years full/part time paid religious education experience.
- The Catholic Coordinator of Religious Education shall be a Catholic in good standing, must possess the above qualifications and obtain a Catechist Certification from the Archdiocese for the Military Services within six (6) months of the start date of this contract.
- The AMS requires Religious Education Coordinators who have not earned a Master’s Degree in Theology or Religious Studies to pursue an Advanced Catechist Certification.
- Have knowledge in theology, education, social science: and skill in developing curriculum, volunteer management, instruction and general administration.
- Be able to apply the knowledge, principles, methods and regulations for the operation of Religious Education programs.
- The Coordinator must be able to recruit, train, coordinate, and manage volunteers for all phases of their respective Religious Education programs.
- Must be able to obtain appropriate security clearance, and/or pass applicable background checks as required.
- Duties :
Scheduling & Presence - Maintain a regular posted schedule; deviations require Wing Chaplain approval.
- Attend at least 50% of weekend Masses to answer questions, recruit volunteers, and promote Religious Education (RE) programs.
Program Planning & Implementation - Coordinate with Tinker AFB’s contracted priest and assigned chaplain to run a comprehensive Catholic RE program for authorized personnel and families.
- Follow AMS guidelines; avoid proselytizing or denigrating other beliefs.
- Plan weekly RE classes (pre-K to adult), sacramental preparation (First Communion, Confirmation, RCIA), and retreats.
- Organize ecumenical events and Vacation Bible School (VBS) when directed .
Administration & Compliance - Prepare budgets and submit facility requests.
- Use Chapel Program Coordination worksheets and submit after-action notes.
- Maintain attendance records, volunteer rosters, schedules, and hours; recommend volunteers for awards.
- Ensure background checks for all child-contact volunteers and provide required supervision.
- Submit supply requests within required timelines; track and store materials.
Communication & Marketing - Give regular program updates via announcements and written notices.
- Develop and maintain a robust volunteer recruiting and training program.
- Run marketing/advertising campaigns using approved social media and other tools.
- Coordinate with councils, leadership, and other RE coordinators for planning.
Meetings & Coordination - Attend weekly chapel staff meetings and planning events.
- Work with audio/visual staff for technology needs.
- Coordinate with Protestant RE Coordinator for joint events.
Professional Standards & Conduct - Maintain conservative, professional dress and conduct.
- Identify as contractor in meetings and communications.
- Maintain healthy relationships in a pluralistic environment; communicate effectively.
Coverage & Substitutions - Be present for all events (arrive 30 mins early, stay until cleanup).
- Arrange approved substitutes if absent; pay substitute costs.
- Notify chaplain within 24 hours of emergency absences.
Financial & Legal Responsibilities - Handle own tax and insurance obligations.
- Submit monthly payment requests via Wide Area Workflow.
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work, Part time, For contractors, Weekend work,