By Mary Beth Barry & David Uebbing
It’s one thing to put together a job posting that lists duties, responsibilities and essential skills needed, but it’s an entirely different task to explain how jobs ranging from a janitor to a top executive are engaged in communicating your company’s Catholic values and mission. That’s a challenge, and we’re here to help you conquer it.
There are multiple reasons why an organization should integrate faith-based values into every job it has. First and foremost, doing this clearly communicates each employee’s involvement in the overall mission, builds a strong work culture and empowers them to bring the faith into their job. Being explicit about the values and identity of the organization also naturally attracts candidates who are more mission-aligned, further building workforce cohesion.
But there are also legal benefits to taking this extra step. By clearly connecting a job to the religious identity of the organization, you can show that the position falls under the Ministerial Exception, a legal doctrine that recognizes that civil courts should not be intervening in religious matters. Recent legal rulings involving the Ministerial Exception, like Hosanna-Tabor v. EEOC, or Our Lady of Guadalupe School v. Morrissey-Berru, emphasize the importance of articulating clear statements aligned with Catholic teaching across organizing documents, policies, and communications.
Doing this creates a safeguard against pressures to conform to secular norms and protects your organization. This holds true whether you are a parish posting a job or a privately-owned Catholic company searching for individuals who will embody your values.
If you’re having a hard time imagining what this would look like, check out this example of language that could be added to strengthen the Catholic identity for an accountant position.
Example Job Posting – Catholic For-Profit Business
Accountant
We’re looking for a detail-oriented and mission-minded Accountant to support our organization’s financial operations. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance, and supporting a workplace culture guided by integrity, professionalism, and shared values.
Responsibilities
- Promote ethical and responsible stewardship of financial resources in support of the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability.
- Collaborate across departments to ensure financial practices align with organizational values and support a culture of trust and transparency.
Qualifications
- Basic awareness of Catholic teaching and the ability to speak positively about the Church’s mission and values.
- Ability to represent the organization’s Catholic identity with professionalism and respect.
Why Join Us
We are a Catholic-founded, values-driven organization that integrates faith-informed principles into our business practices. You’ll be part of a team that values ethical leadership, stewardship, and respect for every person. Your work will directly support organizations and initiatives that make a meaningful impact in the community.
We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to apply your professional skills in service of a mission that matters.
Benefits
- Include benefits (especially any extra benefits that might align with faith such as parental leave or time off for Holy Days or volunteering etc.)
Additional Resources
If you’d like additional guidance and insights on creating mission-aligned job postings, please visit: https://catholicbenefitsassociation.org/mission-aligned-job-postings.
For help with defining faith requirements, suggested posting protocols and templates, CBA Members can visit: https://www.cbamembersonlyroom.org/Human-Resources.