Employment at St. Josephs

Employment Requirements and Application Process

State of Michigan & Archdiocese of Detroit

Thank you for your interest in employment with St. Joseph Catholic School. As part of the Archdiocese of Detroit, we are committed to hiring individuals who are passionate about serving others in alignment with our Catholic mission. Below are the required steps and documentation needed for employment consideration.

Step 1: Application Submission

To apply for an open position:

• Complete a paper application.
• Attach the following documents:
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Three professional references (including contact information)
• Copy of college transcripts (if applicable)
• *Note: For teaching or ministry roles, please include a copy of any relevant certifications or licenses
• Email documents to principal@stjosepherie.com

Step 2: Interview Process

Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, which may include:

• Initial phone or video screening
• In-person interview
• Reference checks

Step 3: Background Checks & Compliance (Required for All Hires)

To ensure the safety and integrity of our communities, the following steps must be completed prior to hire:

Archdiocese of Detroit Requirements:

• Virtus “Protecting God’s Children” Training (mandatory for all employees)
• Criminal Background Check
• Central Registry Clearance from the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS)
• Signed Code of Conduct and Acknowledgment of Archdiocesan policies
• I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification (with valid ID documents)
• State of Michigan Requirements (if applicable):
• Michigan Teaching Certification (for educational roles)
• Fingerprinting through the Michigan State Police (LiveScan) system
• Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Certification Review (for licensed roles)