Retreat Programs Coordinator

Big Bear Retreat Center; Big Bear Lake (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern California Retreat Foundation (SOCARE) is seeking a Program Planner to support development, booking, and coordination of mission-aligned programming across Big Bear Retreat Center and La Casa de Maria. You will manage inquiry forms, presenter agreements, and enrollment, while balancing budgets and relationships.

The candidate will work under the Head of Programming to maintain a sustainable program portfolio across properties with distinct facilities and operating contexts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in program planning, event coordination, or retreat programming.
• Knowledge of spirituality or wellness programming is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate program lifecycle from inquiry to booking and enrollment.
• Maintain accurate records, contracts, and communications with presenters.
• Coordinate across Big Bear Retreat Center and La Casa de Maria with internal teams.
• Monitor enrollment, budgets, and financial tracking for programs.
• Collaborate with Marketing on program descriptions and promotions.
• Support scheduling, pricing, and contract negotiations under supervision.

Skills

Equity & Inclusion

Integrity & Judgment

Organization & Details

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Budget Awareness

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Budgets

Digital tools

Job description

Southern California Retreat Foundation (SOCARE) is seeking a Program Planner to support development, booking, and coordination of mission-aligned programming across Big Bear Retreat Center and La Casa de Maria. You will manage inquiry forms, presenter agreements, and enrollment, while balancing budgets and relationships.

The candidate will work under the Head of Programming to maintain a sustainable program portfolio across properties with distinct facilities and operating contexts.