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November 2011
Stillpoint Lodge and Retreat Center in Halibut Cove, Alaska
Stillpoint Lodge is an adult, non-smoking, drug-free, pet-free environment.
Positions Available for Summer 2012
Although each employee specializes in a specific job position, all will be asked to work together on housekeeping, assisting in the garden, grounds keeping, kitchen duties including serving up to 25 guests and dishwashing. To enhance our spirit of camaraderie, gratuities are pooled and divided equally between all staff members.
Sous/Pastry Chef
This individual collaborates with the executive chef to maintain all aspects of the kitchen. He or she must be experienced in baking, cooking, prep-work, detail oriented cleaning, health standards, organization, inventory and cost-control. Early mornings and late nights are routine. Culinary knowledge and familiarity with healthy cuisine, vegetarian and vegan options and other dietary restrictions is desired. The sous/pastry chef supervises kitchen assistants, creates artistic food presentations and elegant dining decor, and helps with purchasing. We serve local seafood, produce harvested from our garden and the farmer’s market and prefer natural and organic products.
Head Gardener/Massage Therapist
This individual specializes in planting and maintaining the gardens and greenhouse as well as maintaining the landscape and grounds. This includes vegetables and herbs, flowers, native plants, potted plants, weeding, watering, pruning, problem solving, harvesting and winterizing. They ensure garden to table efficiency. He or she also works as part of the kitchen staff in menu planning according to the harvest, anticipating the produce needs of the chef, harvesting and prepping the produce. Love of gardening and the outdoors is a priority, as well as being prepared to work in all weather conditions. A gardener who is also a licensed and experienced massage therapist is a plus!
Head Housekeeper/Massage Therapist
With inherent attention to detail, this individual is responsible for insuring a clean, neat environment for the Stillpoint community. The staff works together to maintain Stillpoint’s accommodations including the lodge, restrooms, cabins, boats, owners’ studio and residence. The head housekeeper manages the laundry facility. Often, he or she is bound to a tight schedule, so timeliness and organization is essential. A housekeeper who is also a licensed and experienced massage therapist is a plus!
Massage Therapist
Although Stillpoint massage therapists provide an integral service to our community, massage is not a primary job. Because of our team approach, massage therapists specialize in housekeeping or gardening. This requires him or her to be flexible and ready to transition between jobs. Other duties include assisting the manager with scheduling, maintaining cleanliness of the massage facilities and organizing supplies. Our massage therapists exhibit excellent communication and customer service skills and uphold guest confidentiality at all times.
To Apply
Go to the Employment page on our website http://stillpointlodge.com/employment.htm
Deadline for applications: January 6th, 2012.
August 2011
Silver Lake Conference Center is looking for an Administrator/Registrar/Office Manager.
Applications/Resumes accepted until Sept. 16th, 2011 send to Hughes@ctucc.org and missys@ctucc.org.
Silver Lake Conference Center is the home of the Outdoor Ministries of the Connecticut Conference of the United Church of Christ. Located in Sharon, Silver Lake has been welcoming church groups, youth groups, schools, non-profits and businesses, during the Fall, Winter and Spring, since 1957.
Each summer, Silver Lake continues the proud tradition of being the vibrant church camp for up to 1200 fourth graders through high school-age young people. These week-long "conferences" offer "once-in-a-lifetime experiences, over and over" to several generations of youth, helping to shape future leaders and spirited community-builders everywhere.
The Registrar's voice greets nearly every caller at Silver Lake's Welcome Center. The parents of conferees, event leaders, and weekend guests will find most of their questions answered by the Administrative Assistant/Registrar. In addition to strong skills for assisting Silver Lake's participants, good candidates will need the technical knowledge to work with databases, scheduling software, and email, and all communications with the wider Silver Lake community, donors, churches, etc.
General Description of Duties:
• Registrar for 1200 plus for Conferees, Volunteers, and Staff for summer camp season.
• Registrar for Silver Lake-sponsored events during retreat season.
• Administrator/Office Manager and Alumnae relations Coordinator.
• Maintain/Manage databases.
• Prepare 10-15 Mailings per year.
• Phone reception for busy office 4 days a week.
• Heavy email activity – inquiries, responsibility for public communication.
• Shared responsibility for guest hospitality on weekends (Fri. evenings, Silver Lake scheduled events, like Open House)
• Prepare reports, data and information distribution to Board of Directors, Administration, and staff as needed.
See full job description here: http://www.silverlakect.org/pdfs/Admin_Asst-Registrar_job_description_2011.pdf
August 2011
Silver Lake Conference Center, CT is looking for a Site Manager:
Applications/Resumes accepted until Sept. 16th, 2011 send to Hughes@ctucc.org and missys@ctucc.org.
Silver Lake Conference Center is the home of the Outdoor Ministries of the Connecticut Conference of the United Church of Christ. Located in Sharon, Silver Lake has been welcoming church groups, youth groups, schools, non-profits and businesses, during the Fall, Winter and Spring, since 1957.
Each summer, Silver Lake continues the proud tradition of being the vibrant church camp for up to 1200 fourth graders through high school-age young people. These week-long "conferences" offer "once-in-a-lifetime experiences, over and over" to several generations of youth, helping to shape future leaders and spirited community-builders everywhere.
The Site Manager is a critical presence at Silver Lake. Responsible for ongoing maintenance and property planning, the Site Manager will also oversee major renovation and construction projects at the facility, including the current retrofit of the Retreat Center. The Site Manager directly supervises a portion of the summer staff, and works with the co-Directors to build up that community.
The Site Manager receives on-campus housing in addition to salary, pension contributions, and health insurance.
General Description of Duties:
• Manage, oversee and perform the ongoing facility maintenance and grounds keeping with an eye towards repair, reusing and recycling, safety, accessibility to all, reducing environmental impact and increasing sustainability of the facilities and resources used at Silver Lake;
• To recruit, lead and nurture the wider volunteer community to engage in the upkeep, ownership and pride of Silver Lake Conference Center; to develop, inspire and train and nurture summer staff to “step up” to improve and implement Silver Lake’s facilities and sustainable practices;
• To work with the other Silver Lake staff to provide the highest level of hospitality for guests of Silver Lake, to become a leader within the Silver Lake staff community.
See full job description here: http://www.silverlakect.org/pdfs/Site_Manager_job_description_2011.pdf
February 2011
Job available: Franciscan Spirituality Center Director
Franciscan Spirituality Center located in La Crosse, WI
Franciscan Spirituality Center located in La Crosse, WI, provides a peaceful space where people of all faiths can find opportunities for growth in body, mind and spirit through prayer, reflection, retreats and programs. The Center is a ministry of the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, La Crosse, WI.
We are seeking a full time Director to provide overall Center leadership; administration; planning and promotion. (See our website: www.franciscanspiritualitycenter.org.) Successful candidates will have:
- A minimum of three years experience in supervisory operations.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities in managing, planning, administration, and community relations.
- Ability to integrate spirituality and theology into everyday life.
- Demonstrated communication and collaboration skills.
- Master’s degree in related field preferred.
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Full benefit package available.
Please forward resume to: Deb Scoville, Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, 701 Franciscan Way, La Crosse, WI 54601-8808; Phone: 608-791-5261;
Email: dscoville@fspa.org. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
December 2010
Job available: Program Curriculum Developer
Omega Institute, 150 Lake Drive, Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Year-round Core Staff
Starting Date: 1/15/11
Benefits: medical, dental, vacation plan, etc.
QUALITIES:
We are seeking a candidate who is intelligent, a strong communicator, team player, mature, thoughtful, relationship-focused, with a depth of experience in a personal practice. The ideal candidate should carry him/herself as a peer to our faculty, and have a proficiency in all of the Omega Living Categories (eOmega.org/omega/omegaliving) with depth of knowledge in at least two of them.
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for researching, developing, and producing diverse educational programs; holding details for classes, workshops, and events at Omega's Rhinebeck and satellite locations; making initial contact with faculty; maintaining positive relationships with faculty, negotiating honoraria and other financial aspects related to faculty presenting with Omega.
To Apply: All applicants will be considered based on resume and cover letter with salary requirements. Please send to: Melissa Peters, People and Culture Administrative Coordinator, Omega Institute, 150 Lake Drive, Rhinebeck, NY 12572. melissap@eomega.org NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
More information available here
October 2010
Job Opening: Full-time Director of Sisters of Providence Programming and
Hospitality in Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana
The Congregation of the Sisters of Providence, in announcing a new position, seeks a full-time Director of Sisters of Providence Programming and Hospitality on the beautiful and historic grounds of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, the Motherhouse of the Congregation and the home of the Shrine of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin. The Congregation embraces a vision for a life of sustainability in which humans and all creation live in right relationship with God, each other, and Earth through opportunities to experience and study spirituality, eco-justice, sustainability, theology, and the arts.
The ideal candidate is one who shares this vision and has a demonstrated leadership style of collaboration, discernment, and consensus building. The role requires strategic thinking and oversight of the daily operations of Providence Center. Please visit our website at www.spsmw.org for more information about the Sisters of Providence and its commitment
to eco-justice and Providence spirituality. Significant educational background in Theology or a related field is required as well as significant experience in administration, ministry and strategic planning.
Send inquiries and/or resume to Judi Boyd-Horndasch at jboyd@spsmw.org or fax to (812) 535-1008. Resumes (with cover letter) will be accepted until the position is filled.
An Equal Opportunity Employer Supportive of a Multicultural Environment
The mission of the Sisters of Providence is to honor Divine Providence and to further God’s loving plans by devoting themselves to works of love, mercy and justice in service among God’s people.
July 2010
ARC Retreat Center, Central Minnesota
ARC is looking to fill the following position:
- Compensation and benefits: Room and board (small on-site apartment with shared bath; shared kitchen facilities), Negotiable, depending on experience,
2 weeks paid vacation annually, Health insurance
Start date: Sometime after June 1.
Minimum commitment: 1 year
Visit our website, www.arcretreat.org to learn more about ARC and then email arcretreat@hotmail.com with a brief paragraph about yourself and why you are interested in filling this position at this time.
 January 9, 2010
Resident Retreat Center Coordinator.
Spiritual Wilderness Solitude, Fairfax VA:
The Spiritual Wilderness Solitude Center (SWS) seeks an individual or couple interested in serving as a residential retreat center coordinator and event manager. Preferred candidates will reside on the 170-acre wooded property in Jarrett, Virginia providing oversight for the retreat center, scheduled events, and spiritual activities for a non-denominational Christian church located at SWS. A college degree is required, in addition to excellent communication skills, event marketing and management and computer skills. Experience in event coordination and hospitality and ministry are preferred. Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience. Benefits include a one-bedroom furnished house with modern amenities. No pets allowed.
Send complete resume with salary history to:
E-mail: chairman@sws-ogm.org
Fax: 703-5-691-9295
Mail: Spiritual Wilderness Solitude
P.O. Box 1111
Fairfax, VA 22038-1111
For more information on SWS visit our website at www.SpiritualWildernessSolitude.org
September 16th 2009
Full-time staff person - an Operations Manager - and two full-time internsThe Dwelling in the Woods, McGrath, MN
As we continue our renewal process, we will be hiring one new full-time staff person - an Operations Manager - and two full-time interns, who will receive room-and-board while learning and supporting the reflective practices of the Dwelling in the Woods.
Position descriptions are available on our updated website: www.dwellinginthewoods.org
The Dwelling in the Woods
14044 220th St.
McGrath, MN 56350
(320)-592-3708
June 10th 2009
Full-time OPERATIONS DIRECTOR in New Lebanon, NY
The Sufi Order International (SOI)/Abode of the Message, Inc. has a position available for a full-time OPERATIONS DIRECTOR based at our headquarters in New Lebanon, NY. We are a dynamic, nonprofit spiritual organization and retreat/conference and residential community located on 300+ acres cradled in the Taconic-Berkshire Mountains of Upstate
New York at the former Mt. Lebanon Shaker community.
The Operations Director will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a complex facility with varied business operations. The ideal candidate would be a
mid-career professional with a proven track record of success in all facets of operations and facilities management. Also essential are excellent communication skills, computer skills, flexibility and ability to multitask. Position is full-time, salary is commensurate
with experience and benefits are included.
For full position description see www.theabode.net
organization: Abode of the Message/Sufi Order International
Contact: Alima Lucinski
Email: jobs@sufiorder.org
Telephone: (518) 794-7834
April 23rd 2009
Development officer, volunteer coordinator and interns wanted for new non-profit.
Organization: The Peace Fellowship Association
Email: peaceprayers@gmail.com
Telephone: 404-414-4828
Reply to P.O. Box 8233; Reston, VA 20195; Attn K. W. Harris, Dir."
 April 2009.
Program Director, Meadowkirk, in Middleburg, Virginia
Overview: Responsible for developing and implementing programs for individuals, groups and churches; including summer camp, challenge course programs, and year-round retreats for adults and youth. The Program Director reports to the Operations Director for the performance of all duties and responsibilities.
Responsibilities include:
• Direct summer camping program including developing camp programs, scheduling, logistics for trips and off site activities
• Organize facilities and equipment for summer camping in conjunction with the Meadowkirk Buildings and Grounds Manager.
• Manage operation of the camp swimming pool and supervise lifeguards including obtaining required Pool Operator’s License.
• Provide financial oversight and reporting information for all programs, including developing and supervising the program budget, scholarships, and grants.
• Input and maintain database of program participants.
• Recruit, interview, and hire in consultation with Meadowkirk Operations Director all program staff, including summer staff and challenge course staff; properly train, supervise and evaluate program staff.
• In concert with Marketing/Sales Manager, promote Meadowkirk’ programs; develop publicity materials and present at churches and organizational gatherings
• Create and implement value-added programs and events at Meadowkirk for churches, individuals, and other outside groups
• Host weekend groups in rotation with other staff and be on call to groups for emergencies when required.
• Maintain close interaction with all full time, year-round staff facilitating staff professional growth and development.
• Supervise Meadowkirk Retreat Center in the absence or direction of the Operations Director.
• Participate in weekly Meadowkirk staff meetings; communicate program activities with the staff and Board of Directors.
Successful applicants will possess:
• Deep commitment to the Christian Faith
• Background in Camp and Retreat Center leadership/management
• Creative worship and Bible study leadership skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• An understanding of the Presbyterian Church (USA) faith and polity
• Supervision/training skills
• A Bachelor’s Degree
• A successfully passed background check
• Advanced Theological Degree (preferred)
Please send reply to Andy Woodworth, Director of Operations and Programs. Resumes and supporting materials may be sent to employment@meadowkirk.org.
3430 Rocky River Drive
 Roslyn Center
8727 River Road
Richmond, Virginia 23229
toll-free: (800) 477-6296
Reports to: Executive Director
director@roslyncenter.org
www.roslyncenter.org
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 ENOTA Mountain Retreat
Hiawassee, GA
Retreat Center Manager
Enota Mountain Retreat is looking for a Retreat Center Manager.
Qualifications include successful past management of a retreat center.
Check out our web sites at www.enota.com for pictures and details of our beautiful facilities or www.enota.org for our residency program.
Richmond Hill
Richmond, VA
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