ASSOCIATE RETREAT DIRECTOR

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Lexington; St. Francis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality, a ministry of the Conventual Franciscan Friars, seeks an Associate Director to lead retreats, programs and spiritual formation. You’ll coordinate staffing, budgeting, and outreach, ensuring a welcoming Franciscan spirit for guests and partners.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, presenters, and diocesan offices, with opportunities to develop, fundraise, and expand program offerings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with understanding in spirituality.
• Experience in the Franciscan tradition preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Budget development, usage, and oversight experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and sponsor programs for Teens and Adults.
• Coordinate yearly retreats and staff calendars.
• Recruit presenters and manage stipends.
• Develop marketing strategies and media outreach.
• Serve as grant writer for new and existing needs.
• Oversee staff and fundraising activities.
• Coordinate with Archdiocese on Safe Parish & background checks.
• Collaborate with volunteers and lead teams on programming.
• Liaise with presenters on contracts.

Skills

Excellent oral and written comms

Proficient computer skills

Strong organizational skills

Prioritization skills

Team collaboration

Budget development/understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

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

Reports to: Director

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Accountability

The Associate Director is accountable to the Director

No relocation package available.