Employment Opportunities
Chancellor/Chief of Staff
Full time
FUNCTIONS: To serve as assistant to the bishop and the legal corporation of the Diocese of Rapid City with membership on all pertinent boards, councils and committees. To serve as the liaison between the corporation and the clergy, parishes and community. To ensure the preservation of all diocesan records and archival materials. To perform all duties associated with the role of chief of staff including supervision and evaluation processes. Click here for a full job description.
QUALIFICATIONS: Practicing Catholic, college degree, open to learning the basics of canon law, strong background in personnel management, communications, excellent organizational and leadership skills, ability to assume high level of responsibility, high degree of confidentiality and dependability, computer and secretarial skills
APPLICATION PROCESS: Interested individuals should submit via e-mail or regular mail, a cover letter along with a completed application form to msimonson@diorc.org or
Office of the Chancellor
Diocese of Rapid City
225 Main Street, Suite 100
Rapid City SD 57701
The Diocese of Rapid City offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Director of Pastoral Ministries and the Office of Faith Formation
Full time
FUNCTIONS: To develop curriculum and provide training, support and resources for religious education and faith formation within the diocese of Rapid City. Supervises the directors of the Pastoral Ministries Offices and the Office of Faith Formation. Click here for a full job description.
QUALIFICATIONS: Practicing Catholic; MA degree in Theology or Catechesis; Training in education methods and techniques; Minimum of two years of experience working in a leadership position in a faith formation setting; Understands, supports and articulates the philosophy of the Catholic faith as taught by the Church; Experience and knowledge of the Lakota culture and history are helpful.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Interested individuals should submit via e-mail or regular mail, a cover letter along with a completed application form to msimonson@diorc.org or
Office of the Chancellor
Diocese of Rapid City
225 Main Street, Suite 100
Rapid City SD 57701
The Diocese of Rapid City offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Administrative Assistant for the Director of Pastoral Ministries and the Office of Faith Formation
Full time
FUNCTIONS: To provide support for the Director of Pastoral Ministries and the Office of Faith Formation. Click here for a full job description.
QUALIFICATIONS:Practicing Catholic. High School Diploma, some post-secondary education preferred. Highly organized, Generous hospitality, excellent communication skills, knowledge of the Catholic Faith with experience in formation ministries. Excellent event organization skills. Above average administrative and computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office, with a high degree of confidentiality. Self-directed with an ability to multi-task in a dynamic and collaborative work environment. Available for some evening and weekend work.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Interested individuals should submit via e-mail or regular mail, a cover letter along with a completed application form to msimonson@diorc.org or
Office of the Chancellor
Diocese of Rapid City
225 Main Street, Suite 100
Rapid City SD 57701
The Diocese of Rapid City offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Director of Communications and Human Resources
Full time
FUNCTIONS: To coordinate communications between the bishop and the news media. To promote a healthy relationship with the public media. To perform Human Resources and Benefits responsibilities associated with the Diocese of Rapid City. Click here for a full job description.
QUALIFICATIONS: Practicing Roman Catholic able to communicate and model a full understanding of the life and mission of the Roman Catholic Church. Degree and experience in Communications/Human Resources or related fields preferred. Ability to write effective news releases and to speak before reporters and representatives of the media. Advanced knowledge or experience in Human Resources practices and implementation of benefits. Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication and organization skills.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Interested individuals should submit via e-mail or regular mail, a cover letter along with a completed application form to msimonson@diorc.org or
Office of the Chancellor
Diocese of Rapid City
225 Main Street, Suite 100
Rapid City SD 57701
The Diocese of Rapid City offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Open until filled.
Terra Sancta Retreat Center Event Staff
More than just a job, it’s a ministry!
Flexible schedule; event-driven hours; a reputation for excellent food and hospitality. Part-time (20-30 hours per week), non-benefitted positions with opportunity to become full-time based on increased business. Terra Sancta Retreat Center is owned and operated by the Catholic Diocese of Rapid City. Join a great team at Terra Sancta Retreat Center and help provide hospitality to our many guests. The retreat center is seeking high energy people for Event Staff. Responsibilities include serving meals, room set-ups, cleaning and more. Hours each week will vary depending on retreat center needs. This is a part-time; non-benefitted position. A complete job description and application form is available on-line at http://terrasancta.org/employment. If you have questions, please contact us at 605-716-0925.
