Vergers

Vergers have an important role in upholding the dignity of worship in the Cathedral, caring for its security and welcoming all who enter it. We play an important part in ensuring the proper functioning of the Cathedral as a place of worship and for the many other roles and activities which it serves.

Responsibilities include participation in the Cathedral Services, security, including the locking-up routines. Involvement in Health and Safety matters, in setting up of furniture and equipment for special events and restoration afterwards, as you are physically able, and the maintenance of good order within the Cathedral in the context of a ministry of welcome.

At times you may be asked to act as site supervisor during events and as point of contact for event organisers prior to, and during the events. Many of these events take place in the evenings and may involve resetting the Cathedral after the event has finished, ready for the next day’s Morning Prayer. 

You may also be called upon to perform such other duties as are reasonably required by the Dean/Precentor, or their deputy, when necessary.

Roster

A monthly roster is prepared by George O’Donnell, the Dean’s Verger who may be contacted at george@wellingtoncathedral.org.nz

Staffing for Easter and Advent/Christmas and some other special services during the year is arranged separately.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

• A communicant member of the Anglican Church (or a church in communion with the Anglican Church)

• A good team player with the ability to relate equally well to paid and voluntary staff

• Displaying an understanding of worship and an appreciation of the importance of dignity

• A friendly and welcoming personality able to offer a warm welcome to all who visit or use the Cathedral for worship, for concerts and events or as tourists - even at the end of a long shift

• Enthusiastic, energetic and practical

• Able to work under pressure

• Competent in the use of basic Microsoft Office applications and email

• Good communication skills, both written and oral

• Able to reach all areas of the Cathedral Church and associated buildings without mechanical assistance, carry heavy loads and do such physical work as is required

• Able to demonstrate sympathy with the aims and objectives of Wellington Cathedral of St Paul

• Flexible and willing to work late when required

Desirable

• Previous experience in a similar position within a Church or Cathedral,

• Awareness of the terminology and language of the Anglican Church