Guest Services Coordinator – Johnsonburg Camp & Retreat Center

Site Name: Johnsonburg Camp & Retreat Center Position Title: Guest Services Coordinator Position Type: Year-Round Location (city and state): Johnsonburg, NJ Salary Range: $30,000 to $35,000 Benefits: Benefits include medical insurance, pension (PCUSA), rustic housing available, 2 weeks vacation, plus multiple holidays. Job Description: Seeking an outgoing, people-loving, strong communicator to be a vital member of our ministry team! Ideal candidate will be a connector and relationship-sustainer, creative, hard-working, service-oriented, and have previous camp / hospitality experience. Working as part of a team, the guest services coordinator will work with our retreat groups to ensure a successful event for the group and for Johnsonburg. Responsibilities include coordinating all details with groups and the various departments at Johnsonburg then hosting the groups when they are onsite. This position may also assist other departments. Johnsonburg offers year-round faith-based programming for children, youth and adults through summer camp, retreats, day events, a 9-month intentional community and a nature preschool. Welcoming all people, Johnsonburg is one hour west of NYC with great access to the metropolitan area. Please email your cover letter and resume to jobs@johnsonburg.org. Contact Info: Glendon Carper 822 Route 519 Johnsonburg, NJ, NJ 07825 9088522349 | EMAIL Guest-Services-Coordinator-Description-1.pdf

Executive Director – Sound View Camp and Retreat Center

Site Name: Sound View Camp and Retreat Center Position Title: Executive Director Position Type: Year-Round Location (city and state): Longbranch, WA Salary Range: $70,000 to $90,000 Benefits: Base salary $70,000 to $90,000, or as commensurate with experience. An additional amount equal to 15% of the salary will be deposited either into a pre-tax retirement account, paid for health insurance, or a combination of the two (equalling 15%). Meals when camp staff provides food to guests. Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Job Description: Sound View Camp and Retreat Center is entering an exciting new chapter as we finalize the process of transferring ownership from the Presbytery of Olympia to a newly formed, independent non-profit organization. We are looking for an experienced Executive Director to lead the organization forward. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated strength in two areas. First, in operational management, they will help us double-down on our current, successful focus on outdoor environmental education, youth camping programs, family camping, and group retreats. Second, in strategic development, the Executive Director will guide the camp’s transformation into a vibrant, financially sustainable, inclusive gathering place for diverse communities that inspires and educates the next generation of environmental leaders. We would consider a proposal from a highly experienced candidate who prefers to work part-time. Sound View is nestled in 100 acres of forest bordering Puget Sound. The land contains trails, a teaching garden, farm animals, wetland, ravines, and a saltwater shoreline with its own lagoon. Sound View currently has an annual operating budget of almost $600,000 and employs 4-5 year-round staff and 20-30 seasonal staff. Contact Info: Nancyrose Houston 7525 39th Ave NE Apt 1 Seattle, WA 98115 2063568091 | EMAIL ExecutiveDirectorjobdescription.pdf

Vice President for Development – Montreat Conference Center

Site Name: Montreat Conference Center Position Title: Vice President for Development Position Type: Year-Round Location (city and state): Montreat, NC Salary Range: $70,000 to $90,000 Benefits: -Annual paid vacation with ten days of vacation granted the first year, with one day added for each additional year, up to twenty days -Ten working days of sick leave each calendar year, with unused sick days cumulative up to 120 days -Eleven paid holidays -Parental leave (two weeks offered after one year of service, up to four weeks with five or more years of service) -Clubs Program (summer day camp) for children of the employee -Employee discounts for rental of guest rooms and meeting spaces -Discounted meals in the Assembly Inn’s Galax Dining room for the employee -Employee discounts in the Montreat Store and Huckleberry Cafe for the employee Benefits plan administered by the Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A) including: -Health insurance paid at 100% for the employee (additional cost for spouse and children) -Death and disability -Defined benefits pension plan (vested after three years of service) -Employee assistance program -Optional dental insurance -Optional vision eyewear -Optional life insurance -Optional flexible spending account (FSA) -Optional retirement savings program Job Description: The Vice President for Development leads fundraising and development efforts for the Mountain Retreat Association. The vice president designs and implements comprehensive advancement programs to achieve and increase fundraising outcomes and constituent involvement. Development responsibilities include the annual fund, church and foundation support, individual major gifts, and gift planning. Constituent programs include donor stewardship, volunteer management, donor communications, and event management. The vice president serves as a member of the president’s Senior Leadership Team. Contact Info: Lauren Mathews PO Box 969 Montreat, NC 28757 8284199812 | EMAIL Job-Description-VP-for-Development.pdf

Director of Development – Ferncliff Camp and Conference Center

Site Name: Ferncliff Camp and Conference Center Position Title: Director of Development Position Type:  Year-Round Location (city and state): Little Rock, Arkansas Salary Range: $70,000 to $85,000 Benefits: We offer competitive pay, full benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement), paid time off, and a supportive, flexible work environment. Job Description: Ferncliff is seeking a visionary, relational, and mission-aligned Director of Development to lead our fundraising efforts and deepen support for our work in faith, service, and sustainability. This position is responsible for our entire fundraising operation, including appeals, grants, major gifts, planned giving, donor engagement, church partnerships, and events. The right candidate will be both strategic and personable—someone who builds long-term relationships, enjoys faith-based settings, and brings energy and creativity to donor cultivation. If you love helping people give to something they believe in, feel at home at a potluck or at a pulpit, and want to make a lasting impact in the world, we’d love to meet you. Why Ferncliff? Ferncliff is a 1,200-acre camp and conference center near Little Rock, Arkansas. We’ve spent the last 87+ years helping people of all ages grow in faith, explore creation, and serve the world. We’re progressive, playful, and deeply rooted in the Christian tradition—and we believe that generosity is spiritual work. This is a hybrid position based in Central Arkansas. We expect the Director of Development to work on-site 1–2 days per week, especially for collaboration, events, and key meetings. The rest of the time may be remote, especially once fully oriented to the role and organization. Candidates should live within reasonable driving distance to Ferncliff or be willing to relocate. Contact Info: Joel Gill 1720 Ferncliff Rd Little Rock, AR 72223 5017729707 | EMAIL Position-Opening_-Director-of-Development-1.pdf

Assistant Director – Mount Eagle Retreat Center

Site Name: Mount Eagle Retreat Center Position Title: Assistant Director Position Type: Year-Round Location (city and state): Clinton, AR Salary Range: $40,000 to $40,000 Benefits: Insurance (with reimbursement for family), Professional Development, Phone, Travel Reimbursement, Housing/Utilities Job Description: The Mount Eagle Assistant Director is responsible for the operational management and coordination of all Mount Eagle facilities and events on the property. This position works closely with the Executive Director to ensure the expectations and guidelines are met as required by the Mount Eagle Board of Directors, with an emphasis on guest experiences, facility maintenance and day to day operations. Mount Eagle Retreat Center is an independent 501c3 non-profit with roots in the Arkansas Conference of the United Methodist Church and serves all individuals and groups seeking a safe and welcoming environment for holy listening. The Retreat Center operates on land owned by the Arkansas Conference of the United Methodist Church, using the theology of the United Methodist Church, as outlined in the Book of Discipline. Contact Info: Amy Shores 1903 College Avenue Conway, AR 72034 5017337870 | EMAIL Assistant-Director-Job-Description.pdf

Maintenance Specialist and Groundskeeper – Sound View Camp and Retreat Center

Site Name: Sound View Camp and Retreat Center Position Title: Maintenance Specialist and Groundskeeper Position Type:  Year-Round Location (city and state): Longbranch, WA Salary Range: $31,200 to $33,280 Benefits: $30-32 per hour depending on experience and qualifications 20 hours per week Meals when food service is provided to guests Possibility of onsite living (in your own RV or rustic room) depending on personal needs Job Description: We are looking for a qualified maintenance specialist and groundskeeper who assists the Program and Outdoor Environmental Directors in offering a safe and comfortable experience for all Sound View Camp guests. This person will be called upon to make repairs to guest room and outdoor spaces as necessary, including but not limited to kitchen, HVAC, electrical, carpentry and plumbing repairs. The Maintenance Specialist and Groundskeeper will do hands-on work and also support the oversight and coordination of any subcontractors. This person will ensure all spaces on the property are functional, safe, tidy, and code-compliant for all guests and staff. This is a part-time, year-round position. Contact Info: Nancyrose Houston 8515 Key Peninsula Hwy S Longbranch, WA 98351 206-356-8091 | EMAIL Maintenance-Specialist-and-Groundskeeper-Job-Description.pdf

Assistant Maintenance Director – NaCoMe Camp & Retreat Center

Site Name: NaCoMe Camp & Retreat Center Position Title: Assistant Maintenance Director Position Type:  Year-Round Location (city and state): Centerville, TN Salary Range: $25,000 to $30,000 Benefits: Insurance via Board of Pensions PTO 401k Job Description: Join our team! NaCoMe Camp & Retreat Center is looking for an Assistant Maintenance Director. Located 1.5 hours from Nashville and situated on 640 acres, NaCoMe is a summer camp and retreat center and a PCUSA ministry of the Presbytery of Middle Tennessee that serves guests and campers year-round. Reporting to our Maintenance Director, the Assistant Maintenance Director will work to keep our facilities in good shape so that our guests have the best experience possible. Experience in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or other similar skills is a plus but trainability is key. We’re looking for someone to start work immediately and hit the ground running with a trainable mindset. This is a full-time salaried position with insurance and PTO. Temporary housing is available while candidates look for a permanent housing situation. Apply at: www.nacome.org/jobs Contact Info: Ryan Gibbens 3232 Sulphur Creek Road Pleasantville, TN 37033 9317299723 | EMAIL

Maintenance Director – Disciples Crossing

Site Name: Disciples Crossing Position Title: Maintenance Director Position Type:  Year-Round Location (city and state): Athen TX Salary Range: $35,000 to $35,000 Benefits: Pension 7% contribution 403(b). Health insurance stipend. On-site private housing. Job Description: Join the fulfilling mission at Disciples Crossing in Athens, TX, as our Maintenance Director! In this full-time, year-round role, you’ll lead a dedicated team to ensure our beautiful camp and retreat center is safe, welcoming, and well-maintained for all visitors. With responsibilities that include conducting inspections, responding to maintenance requests, and collaborating with leadership, you’ll play a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for campers and retreat guests. We offer a competitive salary, a pension contribution, and a health insurance stipend, making this an exceptional opportunity to serve in a vibrant community. If you’re passionate about maintenance and hospitality, we’d love to hear from you! Contact Info: Joe Kowalski 3693 State Hwy 31 E Athens, TX 75752 903-220-0934 | EMAIL

Executive/Managing Director – Slumber Falls Camp & Retreat Center

Site Name: Slumber Falls Camp & Retreat Center Position Title: Executive/Managing Director Position Type:  Year-Round Location (city and state): New Braunfels, TX Salary Range: $55,000 to $63,000 Benefits: Basic health and retirement plans are under development. Job Description: Coming Soon! Friends of Slumber Falls (FSF) seeks a dynamic, creative, and spiritually grounded Executive/Managing Director to lead Slumber Falls Camp. Slumber Falls Camp (SFC) is nestled on the Guadalupe River on a quiet and peaceful 20-acre property. Founded in 1958, SFC provides an inclusive and welcoming Christian summer camp and year-round retreat setting for children, families, churches, and organizations throughout the region. SFC has served as the spiritual home to thousands of children, families, and individuals over the past 65 years. Founded by members of the United Church of Christ, the property was purchased in 2023 by Friends of Slumber Falls to continue this important and meaningful ministry. The new Executive Director will partner closely with a deeply committed Board of Directors and lead a growing and dedicated staff to revitalize and re-envision Slumber Falls Camp for the next 65 years and beyond. The ED will be a hands-on leader with a strong focus on relationship building to grow our retreat business, off-season programs, and summer camp. They will nurture and expand a strong community of donors, volunteers, alumni, and campers to ensure thoughtful growth and sustainability so generations to come can enjoy the beauty and God’s grace at Slumber Falls. Inquiries can be sent to info@carolynhoconsulting.com. Contact Info: Carolyn Ho 3610 River Road New Braunfels, TX 78132 8306252212 | EMAIL Executive-Director-Slumber-Falls.pdf

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