Type: Full-Time (2-year contract)
Role: Library Technician
Open Competition: 12 August 2025 – 27 August 2025
Start Date: September 2025

Newman Theological College (NTC) invites applications for the position of Library Technician.

NTC is a Roman Catholic School of Theology committed to theological education and missionary discipleship. The College prepares laity, religious, and ordained ministers for Christian service and leadership in Western Canada and beyond. Through the accreditation of the
Association of Theological Schools (ATS), NTC offers Masters of Divinity (MDiv), Masters of Religious Education (MRE), and Masters of Theological Studies (MTS) programs. NTC’s Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Catholic Studies is accredited through Alberta’s Minister of Advanced
Education.

The Sopchyshyn Family Library is an academic theological library that supports the curriculum of NTC’s degree programs. The library is also a member of the NEOS Library Consortium, a group of academic and government libraries in Alberta sharing services, expertise and collections among member libraries. The Sopchyshyn Family Library collection numbers around 55,000 volumes.

Job Overview: The Library Technician supports the educational mission and vision of NTC by cataloguing for the collection, maintaining a tidy and welcoming library, assisting patrons with reference queries, handling circulation processes, and other tasks as needed. The library Technician works independently and as part of a small team under the general supervision of the Library Director.

Qualifications: By the time of appointment, the candidate must possess a Library and Information Technology diploma or equivalent. Two or more years of library work experience and a facility with languages are assets.

Experience and Abilities:

• An interest in theological education and appreciation for the mission of NTC
• Prior library experience, most especially strong cataloguing skills in a robust cataloguing environment (MARC, LCSH, LC classification)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Experience with library technology (ILS/Discovery systems)
• Good communication skills with a wide variety of library users
• Speak and write English fluently (other languages, especially French, are an asset)
• Computer literacy in using library resources
• Physical requirements include frequent standing, walking, bending/reaching, lifting library materials, pushing/pulling book carts

Appointment: This is a full-time position with a two-year contract. The preferred start date is September 15 or October 1, 2025.

Compensation: Annual salary is between $ 43,000 and $ 50,000, commensurate with experience and education. The position includes a benefit plan and eligibility to participate in NTC’s group retirement plan.

Application Requirements: Applicants are asked to submit the following to the Search Committee no later than August 27, 2025: (1) resume, (2) letter of interest, and (3) two professional letters of reference. The letter of interest should reflect the candidate’s commitment to NTC’s mission and suitability for the role.

Submission of Applications: Please e-mail your application package no later than August 27, 2025, to the attention of the Search Committee at Mary-Lou.Veeken@newman.edu. For questions, please contact Mary-Lou Veeken (Mary-Lou.Veeken@newman.edu), Chair of the Search Committee. Review of application materials begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Note, however, that priority will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

All hiring decisions are subject to a reference check and a current Police Information Check.

The Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton (CAEDM) gladly invites you to join us on the exciting venture of friendship with our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, who is our Life. Transformed by His truth and love, we find hope and joy by living in His Word.

CAEDM is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Sacramental Records Archives Technician to join our team. You will assist in the maintenance and retrieval of information from sacramental records ensuring preservation and access.  This position is full-time (35 hours/week) and onsite, located at 84 Street and 101 Avenue, Edmonton.

Duties

• Reference
  • Responds to request for information from sacramental records from original and duplicate copies of sacramental registers held in the Archives.
  • Provides on-site reference services pertaining to sacramental records.

• Conservation and Preservation
  • Ensures duplicate copies of all sacramental registers are collected from parishes and filed in the Archives annually.
  • Digitization of records.
  • Environmental management of storage spaces.

• Records Management
  • Assists with the transfer of records to semi-active storage or archives and in the preparation of records for destruction.

Required Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in:
  • Library and Information Studies or Archival Studies; or
  • Canadian history
• We will consider equivalent work experience in place of formal education.
• Proficiency in English and French.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in genealogical and historical research.
• Knowledge of the Roman Catholic faith and sacraments.
• Knowledge of Canadian specifically Western Canadian history including the history of the Catholic Church in Western Canada.
• Previous training in digital preservation or records management.
• Internships at libraries, archives, or museums.
• Volunteering with historical societies or community heritage projects.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to read and transcribe cursive script, especially French.

Closing date for this posting is August 31, 2025.

As People of Mission, the Archdiocese of Edmonton promises a missionary culture of being grateful, united, co-responsible, trusting, and courageous. The successful candidate will work within such an environment and contribute to its growth.

All employees are required to undergo a Police Records Check including the Vulnerable Sector Information Check and Intervention Records Check.

If you have questions or to learn more about this position, please contact Lea de la Paz, Archives Lead, at lea.delapaz@caedm.ca.

To apply, submit a resume and a cover letter quoting the job title “Sacramental Records Archives Technician” in the subject line to Lea de la Paz at lea.delapaz@caedm.ca.

We thank all those who apply; however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.

St. Theresa’s Roman Catholic Parish has a job opportunity of 25 – 28 hours per week for the position of Maintenance for the parish.

Duties and responsibilities include a wide variety of maintenance jobs both inside and outside including lawn care and snow removal. Some heavy lifting is involved when moving furniture, supplies, or equipment.

Skills and abilities:

• Knowledge and experience in light maintenance duties such as minor repairs and adjustments to doors, windows, parish fixtures and equipment, minor electrical and plumbing maintenance, minor renovations including painting, patching and repairs to walls, ceilings, flooring, replacement of lamps/light fixtures and bulbs as required
• Related equipment experience including rooftop units and skid steer operation is preferred
• Related experience with grounds keeping such as snow removal and grass cutting
• Have a valid driver’s license and provide your own suitable transportation
• Able to comfortably lift and carry 50 lbs
• Adaptable and reliable
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and logistically with parish team
• Some weekends; seasonal time may vary
• Previous applicable experience is preferred

If you meet the above criteria, are known to be a self-motivated professional with strong attention to detail, and would like to be a vital part of our parish team, please submit your cover letter and resume with “Maintenance” in the subject line to Dany at admin@strcp.com or drop them off at the office.

Deadline: August 20, 2025

We thank all those who apply; however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.

We have an opportunity for a full-time Pastoral Assistant at Good Shepherd Parish located in Edmonton. This position has a variable schedule that includes some evenings and weekends.

Are you called to accompany others on their spiritual journey?

The Star of the North Retreat Centre invites applications for the role of Program Coordinator (full-time, 37.5 hours/week with flexibility, including some evenings and weekends).

Rooted in the Christian contemplative tradition, Star of the North is a sacred space for retreat, renewal, and transformation. We are seeking someone who shares this vision and feels drawn to nurture the spiritual life of others through meaningful programming and compassionate presence.

Key Responsibilities:

As Program Coordinator, you will be entrusted with stewarding the heart of our ministry — offering spiritual formation and retreat opportunities that deepen faith and community life. Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and delivering spiritual programs and retreats for adults
• Coordinating events, facilitators, and participant needs
• Welcoming and supporting volunteers, helping to form a ministry of service and care through training and coordination
• Extending hospitality to retreat facilitators, speakers, and participants
• Promoting programs through online tools, social media, and website content
• Designing marketing content using visual design tools for different mediums
• Communicating our mission through personal correspondence and marketing

Who You Are / Qualifications:

You are a person of prayer and purpose, committed to spiritual growth — your own and
that of others. You possess:

• A Master’s degree in spirituality, theology, or a related field — or relevant experience in adult faith formation and retreat ministry
• A welcoming spirit, attentive to the sacred dignity of each person
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with an eye for detail and a heart for service
• Comfort with digital design tools and platforms (e.g., Zoom, Canva, Brevo), and a willingness to learn
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively, aligned with the mission and values of the retreat centre

Why Join Us?

The Star of the North is more than a workplace — it is a place of mission, prayer, and presence. As a member of our small, committed team, you will be part of a sacred ministry that invites individuals and communities into deeper relationship with God, creation, and one another.

To learn more about who we are, visit: www.starofthenorth.ca

Start Date: To be determined
Application Deadline: September 15, 2025

Please send your resume and cover letter to:

Star of the North Retreat Centre
3A St. Vital Avenue
St. Albert, AB T8N 1K1

Email: director@starofthenorth.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest in this ministry. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

A partner in our Catholic community is looking for individuals to join its teams and be part of its mission-driven culture.

Covenant Health, which supports acute care hospitals and long-term care facilities, is hiring for its 17 locations across Alberta. With 15,000 staff, physicians and volunteers, Covenant Health is a valued part of Alberta’s integrated health system.

For full details on current opportunities to join the Covenant Health team and “find your calling,” please visit https://www.covenanthealth.ca/careers/.