Executive Director - Cedar Springs Christian Retreat Center

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  • Sumas, WA
  • $80,000-110,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 hours ago
Executive Director - Cedar Springs Christian Retreat CenterRole OverviewCedar Springs Christian Retreat Center provides a quiet, peaceful, and natural environment for churches and Christian organizations to encounter God. Motivated by a heart for hospitality, the Director provides overall leadership for the retreat center, ensuring smooth operations, healthy staff culture, and stewardship of resources. Working with the board and experienced managers, the Director maintains a refreshing retreat environment for churches and ministries. This role does not involve program development or fundraising but focuses on hospitality, operations, and staff leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesSpiritual and Organizational Leadership: Model a Christ-like culture of hospitality and ensure alignment with the mission of Cedar Springs. Supervise and support four department managers and oversee a team of ~30 FT and PT staff. Promote healthy culture and staff development.Operational and Administrative Oversight: Ensure excellent guest experience, maintain standards of cleanliness, safety, and upkeep, be available for monthly weekend hosting and emergencies. Set and manage budget and finances, ensure compliance with applicable regulations, and report regularly to the Board of Directors.Board & Community Relations: Collaborate with the board on strategy and maintain strong relationships with churches and ministry partners.Qualifications- Management. Five+ years professional experience managing people, finances, projects.
- Operations. Understanding of non-profit ministry operations, including hiring and supervising employees, budgeting, and risk management.
- Spiritual leadership. Demonstrated spiritual leadership and possessing discernment regarding spiritual matters.
- Relational. The work is independent but people-focused, we need someone who enjoys people, possesses a hospitable spirit, and relates easily with others.
- Decision-making and problem solving. Cedar Springs is a dynamic work environment that requires creating plans and maintaining flexibility when unexpected challenges arise.
- Caretaking. Ideal for those who find fulfillment in maintaining and improving operations and supporting staff; those with strong entrepreneurial instincts may feel limited.Compensation: Base salary DOE, matching IRA, paid time off.How to Apply: Interested candidates may request a full job description and/or submit a resume and cover letter.

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