Updated 7/8/2026
Diocese of Cheyenne
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Starting Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 (DOQ)
Competitive fringe benefits including medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, vacation and sick leave; defined benefit retirement plan; long-term disability plan; Life Insurance policy and holidays.
 
Position Description:
 In collaboration with the Director of Catholic Social Teaching and Communications, the Communications Specialist assists in managing and growing the Church’s presence across digital and print media platforms to support evangelization and engagement with parishioners and the wider community within the Diocese of Cheyenne. This position participates in the evangelizing mission of the Church, serving God and neighbor through the proclamation of the Gospel. The Communications Specialist supports the mission of the diocese by creating and disseminating content that informs, inspires, and evangelizes.
 The Communications Specialist works collaboratively with the Offices of the Bishop, Vocations, Pastoral Formation, Hispanic Ministry, and Youth and Young Adult Ministry to promote diocesan initiatives, programs, and events through effective communication strategies and consistent messaging. This position works closely with the Executive Director of Catholic Social Teaching and Communications and in partnership with diocesan ministries to ensure consistent internal and external communications aligned with the diocese’s vision, as described in Vision 2030.
 
 Qualifications:

 Knowledge and Abilities:
 • Demonstrates excellence in written, verbal, and interpersonal communication, with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse audiences.
 
 • Ability to build and maintain positive, professional relationships with clergy, diocesan advisory bodies, diocesan staff, parish personnel, and members of the public.
 
 • Ability to build collaborative working relationships, foster positive employee relations, and contribute effectively as a team member.
  
 • Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, effectively prioritize responsibilities, and determine the direction of diocesan communications.
 
 • Strong decision-making, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively under pressure.
  
 • Demonstrates analytical skills, including the ability to identify issues, gather and evaluate information, establish facts, and develop sound recommendations and conclusions.
   
 • Broad knowledge of Catholic teachings, doctrine, and ecclesial structures, with a commitment to ongoing faith formation and personal spiritual growth.
  
 •Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and discretion, sharing sensitive information only with individuals who have a legitimate need to know in the performance of their responsibilities.
  
 • Willingness and ability to travel throughout the Diocese of Cheyenne as needed.
 
Degrees, Licenses and Certification:
  
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, preferred.

Experience:
 
 • Three to five years of communications/public relations experience preferred.

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (speaking and reading) is preferred to support effective ministry and communication across the Diocese.
 
 • Working knowledge and proficiency with AI preferred.
 
Religious:
  
• Fully initiated, practicing Catholic in good standing and of proven faith, good morals and good reputation.

Required:
  
• Compliance with diocesan Safe Environment protocols through Catholic Mutual Group: background check, safe environment training and driving requirements.

Reporting to: Executive Director of Catholic Social Teaching and Communications

 Key Responsibility Areas (KRA):
 
• KRA1 | Digital Communication and Social Media
  
• Develop and implement social media content calendars.
 
 • Monitor engagement and analytics to improve audience reach and effectiveness.
  
 • Create graphics, videos, and multimedia content.
  
 • Manage diocesan email communications and electronic newsletters.
  
 • Maintain brand consistency across all digital platforms.

 KRA2 | Print and Publication
  
 • Serve as managing editor and contributor for the Wyoming Catholic Register
  
 • Coordinate layout, design, and production schedules.
  
 • Gather and edit stories highlighting diocesan ministries, schools, parishes, and clergy.
  
 • Maintain editorial standards and publication deadlines.
  
 • Assist with photography and visual storytelling.
 
 • KRA3 | Diocesan and Parish Communication
  
 • Responsible for all translations of policies and procedures, as needed.
  
 • Assist diocesan departments with communication planning and messaging.
  
 • Provide communications support and consultation to parishes and schools.
  
 • Develop communication resources and templates for diocesan ministries.
  
 • Assist in coordinating communications for major diocesan events.
  
 • Maintain media contact lists and relationships with local media outlets.
 
KRA4 | Strategic Communications and Evangelization
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• Support implementation of the Diocese of Cheyenne Vision 2030 communications goals.
 
 • Develop content that promotes evangelization, stewardship, vocations, Catholic education, and charitable outreach.
  
 • Assist in creating communication strategies for diocesan initiatives and campaigns.
  
 • Measure effectiveness of communication efforts and recommend improvements.

 Appointment and Term:
 I understand this job description and its requirements; I understand that this list of the job functions is not exclusive and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned; and I understand the job functions may be altered by management without notice. I understand that this job description in no way constitutes an employment agreement and that I am an at-will employee.

 Payroll Status: Non- Exempt - Standard Employee averaging 40 hours per week.
 Evaluation: Annual evaluation by the Executive Director of Catholic Social Teaching and Communications, which does not change the at-will nature of this employment.
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 Employee Signature Date
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 Executive Director of Catholic Social Teaching & Communication Date
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 Executive Director of Human Resources Date
 
​Application Form​​​
 
Please to email a resume, Letter of Intent, and application to tskala@dcwy.org