DirectorArchdiocese of Atlanta

The Justice and Peace Ministries Department is seeking a full-time director. The director of Justice and Peace Ministries supports the clergy, schools, parishes, ministries and organizations across the Archdiocese of Atlanta on matters of social concern. Through education, awareness and advocacy, the director deepens the capacity of social action ministries throughout the archdiocese and empowers all Catholics to answer the call to love God and neighbor by actively engaging in the social mission of the Church. The director leads the ministry’s work across its core focus areas — Catholic Social Teaching, Care for Creation, HIV/AIDS Ministry, Human Trafficking, Immigration Reform and Poverty — serving as a resource, convener and public witness to the Gospel call to justice, peace and solidarity. Requirements include (but are not limited to): a bachelor’s degree in theology, pastoral ministry, social work, public policy or a related field and three to five years of relevant experience in ministry, advocacy, nonprofit or community leadership; must be a practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church, able to represent and articulate its teachings faithfully; demonstrated knowledge of Catholic Social Teaching and the social mission of the Church; must have strong communication, teaching and public-speaking skills; ability to build relationships across diverse cultural, ethnic and socioeconomic communities. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a cover letter (with salary requirements) and a resume to: Office of Human Resources at catholicjobs@archatl.com; No phone calls, please.