Retreat House Director

Job Description

Faithful to the Passionist Charism of deep accompaniment and radical hospitality, the Retreat Director will lead an historic retreat center in making a profound difference in the life of the Pittsburgh community.

The Retreat Director is a full-time, on-site role based in Pittsburgh, PA responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the retreat house. The Director reports to the Provincial for the Religious Congregation of the Passionists.

He/She will lead through an example of servant leadership in facilitating and preaching spiritual retreats and hosting mission aligned events and conferences. He/She will foster and deepen relationships with the local dioceses, parishes and other religious congregations, nurturing all people in their search for the Divine while inviting others to exercise their baptismal calling in partnering in this important Passionist ministry.

• The Retreat Director will effectively develop, host, and lead spiritual retreats, and hosted programs. This includes all administrative, development, financial, and other duties necessary to remain operational, financially healthy, and able to promote its mission.
• The director supervises staff and volunteers, organizes, and maintains effective communication with retreat leaders, the Passionist Congregation, and external groups.
• Additional responsibilities include budget planning and monitoring, overseeing facilities and supplies, supporting program development and outreach, and promoting retreat offerings to appropriate audiences while honoring the mission of the Congregation of the Passion.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:
• This role includes coordinating retreat schedules, managing reservations, and ensuring a smooth experience for all guests rooted in sacred hospitality.
• Develop and nurture a good relationship with the local Dioceses and Parishes along with other key constituencies that the facility serves.
• Develop a thorough knowledge of the organization's mission as well as understand and enhance technical, operational, and ethical issues.
• Develop and manage the annual budget in partnership with staff and the Board. Monitor revenues, expenses, cash flow, and overall financial performance.
• Ensure strong internal controls, risk management, regulatory compliance, policies, procedures, and organizational accountability.
• Be a positive and pro-active ambassador of the intrinsic sacredness and Passionist values to all constituencies. Cultivate effective relationships with Retreatants, Retreat Center Staff and volunteers.
• Report on maintenance of the facilities and grounds to ensure the enhancement and value of the property.
• Understand, comply with and implement the highest standards of the Dallas Charter and Praesidium in managing a safe and respectful ministry environment
• Provide onsite leadership to staff. It is expected the Retreat Director will be present for most programs throughout the year.
• Collaborate with the local Passionist Community

The following duties will be done in conjunction with the Provincial, the Provincial Council, and the Province Director of Mission Fulfillment
• Develop strategies promoting the Charism of the Congregation, with a particular care for the crucified of today and care for the earth as our common home.
• Be responsible to translate Provincial Council approved goals into actionable plans and measurable results.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors and prospective donors. Build relationships with foundations, churches, businesses, individuals, and other funding partners.

Qualification Requirements:
Excellent organizational and communications skills with the ability to manage the duties of the Retreat Director in a successful manner are essential. Basic knowledge of financial procedures. Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including ability to produce clear, concise reports and recommendations and make presentations to varied groups. Ability to handle multiple priorities and work flexible hours is required. Excellent public relations skills to deal with guests and other constituents.

Education and/or Experience:
Candidates must have background in theology or scripture or equivalent disciplines. Master's degree and pastoral experience preferred. Knowledge and understanding of spiritual organizations and operations preferred. Proficiency with personal computer and basic office equipment.

St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center is a ministry of the Passionist Province of St Paul of the Cross, a Roman Catholic religious order.
Salary and Benefits: Range $75,000 - $95,000
Salary to be commensurate with experience. PTO and holiday time included. Health Benefits are offered. Virtus training required.

About the Employer

The Passionists (officially the Congregation of the Passion of Jesus Christ) are a global Roman Catholic religious order founded in Italy in 1720 by St. Paul of the Cross. Their essential mission is to keep alive the memory of the Passion of Jesus Christ (Memoria Passionis) and to announce the Gospel of the Cross through their lives and ministries