Chapter Development Officer full-time | Houston

Legatus; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Legatus invites qualified professionals to join as Chapter Development Officers in the Houston area. The role focuses on establishing new chapters, coordinating monthly events, and engaging Catholic business leaders through active outreach and a mission-driven approach.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and at least two years of sales experience, with strong written and verbal communication skills. Local travel and full-time commitment are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent required.
• A minimum of two years of sales experience.
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
• Customer service oriented.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Attend training sessions and workshops provided by the national office.
• Carry out duties related to chapter development and maintenance of chapters in development.
• Interact with Catholic business executives to introduce them to the organization.
• Invite prospects to membership and manage the application process.
• Coordinate logistics to conduct monthly events of high quality for Legatus members.

Skills

Sales experience

Verbal and written communication

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Chapter Development Officer

The Role

The Chapter Development Officer plays a vital role in managing and processing the establishment of new chapters in the Houston area, working under the direction of the Central Regional Vice President.

This position blends organizational excellence, event coordination, and member engagement. The CDO is both a behind-the-scenes organizer and a front-line ambassador, ensuring Chapter development is meaningful, seamless, and aligned with the mission of Legatus.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Attend training sessions and best-practice workshops provided by the national office.
• Carry out duties assigned by Central Regional Vice President in relation to chapter development and maintenance of chapters in development
• Interact with Catholic business executives during the process of introducing them to the organization
• Invite them to membership and manage the application process
• Engage in all aspects of the logistics necessary to conduct monthly events of the highest quality thereby assuring an excellent Legatus experience for the members month after month
• Schedule meetings with key prospects and recruit charter members
• Hold information nights with two to six couples in the home of bishop, rainmaker or other key charter members
• Obtain chaplain's assistance
• Organize and run developing chapter officer meetings
• Hire and train chapter administrators

What We're Looking For

• Knowledge of and loyalty to the teachings of the Catholic Church
• High degree of maturity and professionalism while interacting with archbishops, bishops and Catholic executives at the highest level
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• A minimum of two years of sales experience
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing
• Must be resourceful and have the ability to adapt to a wide variety of situations
• Exhibit positive, optimistic, willing attitude to which people are naturally drawn
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Customer service oriented

Faith Requirements

Because Legatus is a Catholic apostolate, and the Chapter Administrator role requires a deep understanding of and adherence to the Catholic Church and its teachings, the Chapter Administrator must be a practicing Catholic who embraces and lives in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic Church, including its moral and social doctrines. Employees serve as ambassadors of the Legatus mission and are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with Catholic values in both their professional and personal lives.

Position Details

• Reports to | Central Regional Vice President
• Location | Local
• Full-time | Local Monthly Travel Required
• Start Date | Flexible, but soon

Why Join Us?

In this role, your work will directly support the growth and effectiveness of an offering that strengthens Catholic leaders in community and mission. At Legatus, you’ll contribute to both the measurable and the meaningful—helping shape initiatives that drive organizational success while upholding a mission rooted in faith, leadership, and transformation. If you enjoy balancing data with vision, process with purpose, and execution with impact, this role is a strong fit.

About the Employer

Legatus is an international organization of lay executives whose mission is to study, live, and spread the Catholic faith in our personal, business, and professional lives. Legatus is comprised of a growing network of CEOs, presidents, managing partners, and founders who aspire to be faithful ambassadors for Christ and lead as many other souls to heaven as possible. Our founder, Tom Monaghan, established Legatus to attract Catholic business owners, company presidents, and CEOs who stand as some of the most proven lay leaders in the Church today.

The goal of Legatus is to create an environment that helps nourish the faith of these leaders while enhancing their marriages, families, and businesses. Since its inception in 1987, Legatus has welcomed more than 5,500 members across 95 chapters.