The North Dakota Catholic Conference is looking for a full-time Executive Director



General Description

The Executive Director implements the overall mission of the Conference and oversees all related administrative duties including, budget, payroll, office operations, staff management, and development. The Executive Director monitors, informs, and advises the Bishops on public policy issues considered in the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of the state and federal governments, and represents the bishops in matters concerning public policy issues. The Executive Director oversees educational and public communications related to the Conference’s priority issues including developing and overseeing a legislative action network and an internet and social media presence for the Conference.

Qualifications

  • A practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church
  • Extensive knowledge of, and commitment to, the principles of Catholic social teaching
  • Possess the highest standards of ethics and integrity
  • Knowledge of the lawmaking process of the North Dakota Legislative Assembly
  • Excellent public speaking skills
  • Familiarity with the state agency rule-making process
  • Good relationship-building skills
  • Commitment to continuous learning across a broad spectrum of subjects, such as public policy issues, law, theology, bioethics, and philosophy
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Self-directed to proactively accomplish the needs of the Conference
  • Excellent research and analysis skills
  • Strength in decision-making and prudential judgment
  • Ability to manage staff
  • Commitment to operating and acting in a nonpartisan manner

Education and Experience

  • Law or similar degree preferred
  • Experience in public policy, lobbying, or a related field

Salary and benefits based on experience.

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The North Dakota Catholic Conference acts on behalf of the Roman Catholic bishops of North Dakota to respond to public policy issues of concern to the Catholic Church and to educate Catholics and the general public about Catholic social doctrine.
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North Dakota Catholic Conference
103 South Third Street, Suite 10
Bismarck, North Dakota
58501
1-888-419-1237
701-223-2519

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