July 2010
The Ratna Ling Retreat Center is seeking kitchen managerial and cooking help. Ratna Ling is a volunteer run Buddhist community located 100 miles north of San Francisco in the coastal redwoods of Sonoma County, CA. As a member of the volunteer staff, the Lead Cook/Kitchen Manager receives housing, vegetarian meals, free access to evening classes on a variety of Buddhist subjects, and a monthly living allowance to be determined upon acceptance into the program. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced cook who is seeking to broaden their skills in the organization and direction of a fairly large kitchen. The Ratna Ling community also provides an environment supportive of spiritual and personal growth.
If you would like to learn more about the Ratna Ling community you can visit the retreat center website http://www.ratnaling.org/ or the volunteer website http://www.nyingmavolunteer.org/RLloc.html. You do need to be Buddhist to apply. Minimum commitment is 6 months. Please contact us by email dharmavols@nyingma.com or phone 510-981-1987 if you are interested in applying.
Tara Ristau
Ratna Ling Volunteer Office
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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