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Job description
Reports to: Director
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Mission Statement
Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, a ministry of the Conventual Franciscan Friars of Our Lady of Consolation Province, follows St. Francis of Assisi in living the Gospel through compassion, prayer, and service. We provide a welcoming place where all can seek a deeper relationship with God, neighbor, and creation—fostering hope, healing, and spiritual growth for our diverse community.
Objective of Position: The Associate Director supports the mission and ministry of Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality through the coordination, development, and facilitation of retreats, programs, and spiritual formation opportunities. This position combines program leadership, hospitality, collaboration, and hands‑on facilitation — ensuring that every guest experiences the Franciscan spirit of welcome and renewal that defines Mount Saint Francis.
Essential Responsibilities
Programming Plan, develop, structure, and sponsor programs aimed at Teens and Adults
Plan and develop yearly retreats and programs on calendar with staff
Recruit, vet, and schedule appropriate presenters as needed for presentations
Request stipends and reimbursements to staff and presenters
Summarize evaluations and distribute to staff and presenters
Serve as lead contact for inquiries for sponsored programs
Serve as liaison between the Center and presenters on contract
Serve as liaison with Catholic high school retreat leaders
Work directly with the Archdiocese regarding Safe Parish & Background Checks
Work directly with Lead Teams Course Facilitator for programming and groups
Coordinate volunteer ministry with Office Manager
Supervise members of staff in conjunction with Director
Assist Director with staffing, programming, and fundraising as needed
Marketing Work closely with the Marketing & Communications Director on all media outreach and advertising going out from the retreat center
Submit all media outreach to Director for publishing approval
Coordinate with Marketing & Communications Director to prepare program brochures for distribution
Coordinate the production and purchasing of program materials
Develop and implement marketing strategies for sponsored and outreach programs
Serve as Grant Writer for new and existing needs at the center
Collaborate with lay volunteers during Special Events, such as the MountFest, Raffles, and Summer Camps
Assist with bi-annual raffles
Qualifications
Catholic who will bring breadth of experience with diversity and inclusivity
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with understanding and experience in spirituality, particularly the Franciscan tradition
An understanding and appreciation for the charism and mission of the Conventual Franciscan Friars
Work style consistent with the retreat and hospitality ministry
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficient computer skills
Ability to establish and rearrange priorities
Strong organizational skills
Proficiency in developing, using and understanding budgets
Ability to collaborate with coworkers in creating a teamwork environment
Personal Attributes
Warm, welcoming, and mission-driven leader
Creative, flexible, and practical management oriented
Deep appreciation for nature, art and spiritual growth.
Able to work collaboratively with friars, staff, and volunteers.
Working Conditions Physical effort: Ability to walk through the campus, including up and down hill, up and down stairs, and some travel may be required. Moderate lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying items is required. Physical requirements: Standard requirements
Accountability The Associate Director is accountable to the Director
No relocation package available.
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Worksite address
saint francis, WI, 53235, US
Who can apply
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