The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph seeks a degreed priest (JCD or JCL) to work full time as Judicial Vicar of the diocese. Among the Judicial Vicar’s duties will be: administration of the Marriage Tribunal, assisting the Bishop on canonical matters, advising the Bishop on personnel issues, preparing and managing the budget for the Tribunal, representing the Bishop as appropriate, and working collaboratively with other diocesan offices. Serving as a judge in
First Instance is also expected.

Applicant must be in good standing and must have the endorsement of his Ordinary or Major Religious Superior. Experience in Church leadership, as Pastor or other leadership role, as well as familiarity with tribunal procedure is expected. Proficiency in Spanish is helpful.

Applicants may contact Msgr. Robert Murphy, Vicar General, at (816) 756-1850 or murphy@diocesekcsj.org, or Msgr. Bradley Offutt, Chancellor, at (816) 756-1850 or offutt@diocesekcsj.org.