Camps and Retreats Manager

Job Description

This is an extraordinary opportunity to support FMC's mission by managing, growing, and fulfilling the missions of Stillwater Catholic Retreat Center ("Stillwater") and Our Lady of the Bayous ("OLOB") Retreat House as places of encounter with Jesus, which fuel the fulfillment of the Great Commission. The Manager will oversee the work of the Assistant Camp Manager.

Retreat & Facility Marketing
* Assist in developing and cultivating relationships with parishes, apostolates, schools & colleges, and other groups to share vision and opportunity for Stillwater & OLOB Retreats.
* Host tours of the facilities to interested parties.

Hosting Events at Stillwater & OLOB
* Plan & lead or delegate all aspects of Stateside Mission Trips & Service Days at Stillwater/OLOB including: spiritual formation exercises, prayer experiences, work projects, meals, desert day, and Cajun Fun Night.
* Act as lead host for FMC events taking place at both facilities, including but not limited to Year in Review, Debriefing Retreats, Board Meetings, and Come & See Weekends.
* Collaborate with other FMC staff in the planning, preparation, and execution of FMC events.

Oversee Grounds & Facilities
* Responsible for the maintenance of buildings and grounds at Stillwater & OLOB. Includes but is not limited to: Property Maintenance (mowing, weed eating, bush/tree trimming, & brush burning), Facility Maintenance (managing supply inventories, regular inspection and repair of interior and exterior of facilities, and developing a working knowledge of building systems [HVAC, plumbing, electrical, water, and wastewater]), and contract for repairs that cannot be fixed by the Manager or Assistant Manager,
* Manage community involvement in big work projects.

Hospitality & Point of Contact for Retreat Groups
* Welcome retreat groups at arrival to Stillwater & OLOB.
* Act as point of contact for emergencies and/or general maintenance needs for groups.

Budget & Finance
* Collaborate in the development of Retreats budget with Events and Programs Manager

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, resourceful, capable of working independently but also a great teammate, an excellent communicator, and possess the following qualities:
* Practicing Roman Catholic in good standing with the Church with strong, personal alignment with FMC's mission to share the Gospel, serve the poor, and make disciples of all nations.
* Background in retreat, camp, parish, and/or youth ministries (preferred).
* Possesses the Core Values of FMC and a desire to grow in them.
* Possesses a desire to join in FMC's prayer and community life.
* Possesses a humble, coachable spirit and is eager to receive feedback.
* Passionate about sharing FMC's mission with people outside of FMC.
* Takes joy in working as a servant-leader and pursuing excellence in work.
* Familiarity with budgeting, customer experience, and business processes (preferred).
* Basic skills in: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC (and a willingness & ability to learn).
* Able to find creative solutions without needing to hire outside contract labor.
* Thrives working individually and collaboratively.
* Willingness to live on-site and fundraise salary (training and coaching options available).
* Available to work regular hours, plus weekend hospitality and maintenance (as needed).

COMPENSATION
Compensation will be commensurate with experience in accord with FMC's Policy & Procedures Manual. Housing will be provided. All payments to the Manager shall be subject to normal statutory deductions by FMC. FMC staff in self-funded roles fundraise their entire economic footprint at FMC, including any payroll taxes or other expenses.

About the Employer

People all over the world are living and dying every day without knowing the love of Jesus. Founded in 1997, Family Missions Company (FMC) exists to address this injustice. We are an apostolate of lay, Catholic foreign missionaries committed to sharing the Gospel, serving the poor, and making disciples. When we share the Good News and make real friendships with the poor, lives are transformed, hope is restored, and the Kingdom of God grows!