Employment Opportunities

The Cathedral of Christ the King (CTK) is a thriving parish serving over 6,500 families in Atlanta, GA. The Cathedral was founded in 1936 and became the Cathedral of the Archdiocese of Atlanta in 1956. Currently, Christ the King serves its parish community through three daily weekday masses, nine weekend masses, and over 100 ministries.

Associate Director of Youth Faith Formation
Full-Time

The Associate Director of Youth Faith Formation provides leadership, vision, and oversight for the parish’s Middle School Ministry, High School Ministry, and Confirmation preparation programs. Working collaboratively with the Director of Faith Formation, parish staff, clergy, volunteers, parents, and teens, the Associate Director fosters opportunities for evangelization, catechesis, discipleship, sacramental preparation, service, and community-building for youth in grades 6–12.

The Associate Director supervises Youth Ministry staff, recruits and develops volunteers, ensures compliance with Archdiocesan policies, and supports the ongoing mission of forming young disciples of Jesus Christ.

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide leadership, strategic direction, and vision for all Youth Faith Formation programs serving grades 6–12.
Oversee Middle School Ministry, High School Ministry, Confirmation preparation, retreats, service opportunities, mission experiences, and special events.
Supervise Youth Ministry staff and provide coaching, support, accountability, and professional development.
Recruit, train, develop, and retain volunteer Core Teams and catechists.
Ensure all programming is faithful to the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and the Archdiocese of Atlanta.
Develop strong relationships with parents and families and communicate regularly regarding ministry opportunities and sacramental preparation.
Develop and manage annual ministry budgets and track expenditures.
Oversee registration processes, records management, sacramental documentation, and reporting requirements.
Coordinate calendars, facilities scheduling, transportation, retreats, camps, and event logistics.
Ensure compliance with all Archdiocesan Safe Environment policies and procedures.
Work collaboratively with parish clergy, school leadership, Faith Formation staff, and other ministries.
Participate in parish-wide events, initiatives, and staff meetings.
Administrative responsibilities including:
- Maintain, update and use all relevant databases/parish tools, Flocknote, Raisers Edge, eSpace, Learning Stream, website, etc. in a timely manner.
- Prepare annual budget and oversee/track expenditures against budget.
- Manage event and program registration, including management of registrations.
- Maintain necessary office and program records (rosters, student and volunteer participation, Raisers Edge, sacramental records, sacramental follow up with other churches, student records for sacrament and program participation).
- Attend required department meetings and others as needed.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

Baptized, confirmed, and practicing member of the Roman Catholic Church.
Faithful to the teachings of the Magisterium.
Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Religious Studies, Pastoral Ministry, or a related field; or possession or active pursuit of an Archdiocesan Master Catechist Certification.
Three to five years of experience in Youth Ministry or related pastoral leadership.
Experience supervising staff and/or volunteers.
Strong understanding of adolescent faith development and youth ministry best practices.
Excellent leadership, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Strong administrative and project management skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, database management systems, and parish communication platforms.

To apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobopening@ctking.com.

Associate Director of Adult Faith Formation
Full-Time

In collaboration with the Director of Faith Formation, the Associate Director of Adult Faith Formation develops, coordinates, and implements a comprehensive vision for adult faith formation and evangelization. This position provides opportunities for adult catechesis, spiritual growth, evangelization, and community engagement, with a particular emphasis on the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA).

Primary Responsibilities

OCIA Leadership and Administration

Develop, coordinate, and oversee a vibrant, year-round OCIA program for adults seeking full communion with the Catholic Church.
Plan and implement all aspects of the OCIA process, including: Inquiry sessions, Weekly catechetical formation, Retreats and service opportunities, Scrutiny celebrations, Sponsor recruitment and training, Easter Vigil preparation and coordination, Mystagogy
Provide vision, leadership, support, and training for OCIA volunteers and ministry team members.
Recruit, train, and mentor catechists and volunteers for OCIA and adult faith formation initiatives.
Maintain accurate sacramental records and participant registrations in collaboration with the Faith Formation Administrator and Archives.

Adult Faith Formation and Evangelization

Collaborate with the Director of Faith Formation to develop, administer, and evaluate adult faith formation programs and initiatives.
Coordinate existing parish programs, including: Parish Missions, Advent and Lenten Penance Services, Marriage Preparation, Annulment Support Ministries
Identify parish needs and develop new adult faith formation and evangelization opportunities.
Support adult parishioners and OCIA participants in deepening their relationship with Christ through spiritual accompaniment, faith-sharing opportunities, and participation in parish life.
Develop individualized spiritual growth plans appropriate to participants’ stage of life and level of spiritual maturity.
Work collaboratively with the Associate Director of Discipleship to connect adults more fully to the life, mission, and ministries of the Church.

Liturgical and Parish Collaboration

Collaborate with the Director of Music and Liturgy and the Archdiocesan Office of Divine Worship to ensure the faithful implementation of OCIA liturgical rites and catechetical resources.
Coordinate all OCIA-related liturgical celebrations, including: Explanatory Masses, Cathedral tours, Rite of Welcoming, Rite of Acceptance into the Order of Catechumens, Rite of Sending, Rite of Election, Scrutinies, Easter Vigil Mass
Ensure all liturgical celebrations are conducted in accordance with the norms of the Catholic Church.

Communication, Budgeting, and Operations

Attend required department meetings and others as needed.
Collaborate with the Director of Communications to promote adult faith formation programs and ministries.
Coordinate facility reservations and logistical needs for all adult formation programs.
Develop and manage annual budgets for Adult Faith Formation and Evangelization.
Purchase and maintain program materials and resources as needed.
Pursue ongoing professional and spiritual development in collaboration with the Rector.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Rector.
Administrative responsibilities including: Maintain, update and use all relevant databases/parish tools, Flocknote, Raisers Edge, eSpace, Learning Stream, website, etc. in a timely manner.; Prepare annual budget and oversee/track expenditures against budget; Manage Event and Program registration, including management of registrations; Maintain necessary office and program records (rosters, student and volunteer participation, Raisers Edge, sacramental records, sacramental follow up with other churches, student records for sacrament and program participation.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

Required Qualifications

Baptized, confirmed, and practicing Roman Catholic in good standing with the Church.
Faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church and the Magisterium.
Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Religious Studies, Pastoral Ministry, or a related field; or possession or active pursuit of an Archdiocesan Master Catechist Certification.
Three to five years of experience in OCIA ministry, liturgical catechesis, and adult faith formation within a Catholic parish setting.
Experience supervising staff and/or volunteers.

Skills and Competencies

Strong leadership and volunteer management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a parish staff environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related technology.
Experience with budgeting and financial stewardship.
Commitment to ongoing faith formation and professional development.

To apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobopening@ctking.com.

Director of Facilities
Full-Time

The Director of Facilities oversees a staff of eight full-time and three part-time employees responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of all campus buildings, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, control systems, security systems, emergency systems and campus grounds.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Develop a strategy and annual plan for the parish and school campus in coordination with the Rector of Cathedral, Director of Operations, and Principal, including review of existing maintenance and service contracts, upcoming planned repairs or upgrades, and projects as needed.
• Negotiation and oversight of maintenance, landscaping, and cleaning contracts.
• Establish and monitor preventative maintenance programs to keep building systems—such as HVAC, electrical, and plumbing—functioning optimally.
• Establish an annual operating and capital expense budget for CTK and CKS. Manage the budget throughout the year. Ensure that all invoices for maintenance and repair are accurate and processed in a timely fashion.
• Obtain proposals/quotes and vet potential vendors for repairs and projects. Ensure that all necessary paperwork (W-9, Certificate of Insurance) are completed for all vendors prior to repairs or project commencement.
• Ensure that facilities staff are scheduled appropriately to support all campus events.
• Oversee all contractors that work on the campus. Ensure that they have the appropriate background screening and are supervised while on campus.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate facilities staff, ensuring high performance and clear communication across teams with an emphasis on following safety protocols.
• Coordinate across departments throughout the year to understand upcoming events and support needs, especially around busy times: back-to-school, Christmas, Easter, summer work.
• Participate in long-range planning and any future construction needs.
• Attend and participate in weekly Director’s meeting at CTK to ensure facilities department is aware of all upcoming events and support. Attend and participate in weekly administration meetings at CKS with same role.
• Attend staff meetings and others as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities
• Bachelor’s degree, or significant work experience, in Facilities Management, Engineering or Business
• Five+ years of facility management experience
• Experience with various facilities software systems such as access control, security cameras, mechanical controls
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Team work and collaboration
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, work independently and meet deadlines

To apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobopening@ctking.com.

Head Sacristan
Part-Time

The Head Sacristan is a part-time position that collaborates with the Cathedral Pastor, Liturgy Director and Liturgy Team Leaders in implementing the mission of the parish. They ensure all liturgical materials are available for the Priest and Liturgy Team Leaders. The Sacristan is a member of the Liturgy Department and works under the supervision of the Director of Liturgy.

Primary Responsibilities:

Ensuring all liturgical items are available for each liturgy on the Cathedral campus.
Ordering supplies and equipment for use during Mass.
Ensuring all vestments, vessels, and liturgical items are properly maintained and clean.
Oversee volunteer(s) to assist with cleaning and maintenance of supplies (e.g., linens).
Repair or replace items as needed.
Ensure Holy Water fonts and oil candles are stocked for daily use.
Oversee other sacristans
Organize storage of vestments and supplies.
Maintain inventory for items borrowed by the Archdiocese or other parishes.
Liaise with the Archdiocese as needed for Archdiocesan events requiring Cathedral liturgical equipment.
Attend staff meetings and others as needed.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Teamwork and collaboration.
Ability to prioritize, multitask, work independently, and meet deadlines.

Working Conditions

Office and parish environment
Social requirements, e.g., attending receptions, fundraisers
Physical requirements, e.g., lifting, standing for long periods

To apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobopening@ctking.com.

Nursery
Part-Time

The Cathedral Nursery is seeking new part-time employees to serve our children and their families during Sunday 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM Masses. If you’re enthusiastic about child care and are interested in this paid position, please contact Bekkah Riecke at (404) 267-3692 or briecke@ctking.com.

Background check and Safe Environment training are required.