The Archdiocese of Atlanta has an opening for a full-time Director for the Office of the Metropolitan Tribunal. The Director of the Tribunal is a canon lawyer experienced in the practice of canon law and in personnel management. Working under the supervision of and in collaboration with the Judicial Vicar, the Director of the Tribunal coordinates and oversees the day-to-day processing of all marriage cases submitted to the Metropolitan Tribunal, in both first and second instance, to ensure the effective and efficient administration of justice. In this role, the Director of the Tribunal has supervisory responsibilities for judges, defenders of the bond and other ministers of the tribunal. The Director of the Tribunal works closely with the Judicial Vicar and other office leaders to maintain proper staffing and operation of the tribunal and to establish and execute both short-term and long-term goals. Qualified candidates will possess a doctorate (JCD) or licentiate (JCL) in Canon Law from a recognized Pontifical University; expertise in ecclesiastical marriage law, dispensations, procedural law and a mastery of all other areas of Canon Law; at least five (5) years of experience as a full-time judge and/or defender of the bond in a Latin Church Tribunal; at least three (3) years of supervisory experience; a working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook); ability to maintain confidentiality; excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in Spanish and experience with Case Master tribunal case management software a plus. Must be a practicing Catholic in full communion with the Roman Catholic Church. Cover letter (with salary requirements) and resume should be forwarded to Chuck Thibaudeau, Director of Human Resources, at cthibaudeau@archatl.com. No phone calls, please.