Human Resources

Whatever you eat, whatever you drink, whatever you do at all – do it for the glory of God "- Corinthians 10:31

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The Diocese of Providence, comprised of more than 250 corporate structures, is an equal opportunity employer that seeks qualified, dedicated employees.

All employees share in the mission that Christ entrusted to the Church: to spread the Gospel, to serve our brothers and sisters, and to build up the body of Christ which is the Church. All employees are expected to respect, appreciate, and uphold the teachings, principles, legislation, policies and traditions of the Roman Catholic Church in both word and example. Each Diocesan employer is committed to providing a work environment that promotes spiritual as well as personal growth and ensures equitable treatment of all.

Applicants and employees are assured of equal opportunity in employment recruitment, placement, promotions, demotions, layoffs, training, compensation and all other conditions and terms of employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, or veteran status.

Areas in which the Office of Human Resources provides on-site consultation and support include but are not limited to the following:

Employment

• Assist with the development of job advertisements, applicant screening and job offers
• Facilitate diocesan search committees
• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws
• Prepare employment documentation
• Administer statutory leaves of absence

Employee Performance Management

• Establish job performance standards
• Conduct coaching discussions
• Develop job performance improvement plans
• Assist with job incident documentation

Job and Salary Administration

• Prepare/update position descriptions
• Provide guidance on maintaining pay equity
• Administer salary adjustments and promotions

Benefits Administration

• Assist agencies/parishes with benefits administration under diocesan umbrella policies
• Assist agencies/parishes with their obligations under FMLA, FLSA, ADA, Workers’ Compensation, etc.
• Provide guidance on benefits continuation requirements after a resignation, termination, retirement, etc.

Other Personnel Support Services

• Ensure compliance with standards as written in the Diocesan Employee Handbook
• Provide guidance on employee discipline and suspensions