Part Time Wedding Coordinator

Job No:

503912

Work Type:

Staff Part Time - No benefits (less than 1000 hours)

Location:

Dayton, OH

Category:

University Staff

Department:

Campus Ministry - 400200

Advertised:

September 29, 2026

Applications close: Open until filled

Position Summary:

Welcome, Coordinate, and Celebrate:

Be Part of Wedding Days at UD!

Serves as the weekend wedding coordinator for the University of Dayton. Responsible for some communication and paperwork in scheduling and preparing wedding liturgies, managing light set-up and clean-up for wedding liturgies, attending all Friday evening wedding rehearsals and Saturday afternoon ceremonies, welcoming chapel guests on behalf of the university, and managing other arrangements for weddings in the Immaculate Conception Chapel as necessary. Wedding rehearsals begin at 5p and 6p on Fridays and wedding ceremonies are at 1p and 4p on Saturdays. Work schedule fluctuates with the liturgical year and the University calendar. There are approximately 25-30 weddings/year, 2-8 weddings per month during the times when weddings can be scheduled. The coordinator will work approximately 7-10 hrs/wedding, typically 5-6 hours of which is done in person, other preparation and communications work can be done remotely. There are no weddings scheduled during Advent, Lent, June Reunion Weekend, or when the University of Dayton is closed for a holiday. Coordinator may be asked to support other liturgies on campus when available (e.g. funerals).

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma

Demonstrated familiarity with Catholic liturgy

Demonstrated effective computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google suite, and internet/email)

Willingness to work weekends and maintain a flexible work schedule

Preferred Qualifications:

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

Experience in sacristan or other liturgical ministry

Strong written communication skills

Strong oral communication skills

An appreciation and understanding of the sacrament of marriage in the Catholic tradition.

Capacity to greet and welcome guests on behalf of the University

Capacity to represent the Catholic and Marianist character of the University

Ability to work independently with a strong sense of initiative

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

Ability to exercise good judgment and adapt to changing working conditions

Special Instructions to

Applicants:

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The University does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Closing Statement:

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.