Associate Program Director (Stony Point Center, NY)

Overview

Stony Point Center is located in the scenic Hudson River Valley, 45 minutes northwest of New York City in beautiful upstate New York.

A space committed to welcoming guests from all walks of life, fostering dialogue, inspiring spiritual work and eradicating systemic racism and institutionalized poverty. 

Owned and operated by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) for over 40 years, Stony Point Center rests on 30 acres of nature, gardens and farmland. The Meditation Space, Labyrinth and Art Space help guests explore faith, creativity, community and leadership building.

The national offices of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), based in Louisville Kentucky, serve with mid-councils, congregations, worshipping communities, and partner organizations to carry forth the mission of Jesus Christ. Approximately 400 individuals, diverse in race, age, gender, sexual orientation, faith, skills, and more, come together as colleagues to work for a world where justice reigns, peace prevails, and God’s love extends to all people. This community comprises the staff of several national entities: the Office of the General Assembly, Presbyterian Investment and Loan Corporation, the Presbyterian Mission Agency, the Presbyterian Publishing Corporation, Presbyterian Women, and the Administrative Services Group.

Basic Commitment: This position calls for a commitment to the mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) as noted in its theological confessions, the Book of Order, and the actions of the General Assembly.

Position Purpose: Support the programmatic and communications need of a rapidly expanding series of online and in-person experiences.  

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Support director of camp and retreat ministries in all levels of program/retreat/event development and implementation.
2. Serve as the first contact for event registration.
3. Support administration of events such as executing leader contracts, tracking registration and finances, creating reports by working with other SPC staff.
4. Administer event materials including schedules, registration, staffing, marketing collateral, supplies and technology.
5. Support communications through social media, website updates, email, and print in collaboration with the Associate Director for marketing and Communications.
6. Participate as part of the on-call for guests’ after-hours rotation.
7. Interact with guests and staff to present Stony Point Center in a positive and hospitable way.
8.  Help out other departments as needed. 
9. Administrative tasks as assigned by Directors and Associate Director.  

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Minimum of high school diploma (or equivalent), associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Required Skills: 

• Must be well-spoken, as well as sensitive to guest & staff needs.
• Able to understand, create and execute effective plans.
• Outgoing, friendly.
• Great attention to detail.
• Ability to be flexible and stay calm during busy times.
• Works well with others. 
• Embraces diversity.

Helpful Skills:

• Have a deep understanding and commitment to cultural and racial ethnic inclusiveness.  Values diverse groups, ethnicities, genders, communities, cultural constituencies and points of view.  Able to relate well to people from all walks of life and of varying theological perspectives. 
• Ability to speak one or more languages other than English very helpful

Required Competencies:

• Even-tempered, self-motivated, and supportive.
• Strong collaborative spirit.
• Able to work without direction. 
• Can work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. 
• Deep understanding of and commitment to cultural and racial ethnic inclusiveness. Values diverse groups, ethnicities, gender-expressions, communities, cultural constituencies, and points of view. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Lift carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs at times. Climb. Balance. Stoop. Kneel. Crouch. Crawl. Reach. Handle. Touch. Feel. Hear. See.
• Work both inside and outside; bulk of work is performed at front desk. 
• Hours may include some weekends and evenings.
• On-site housing required

Additional Information/Benefits:

We believe a balanced life, with time for work, leisure, and spiritual nurture, makes us healthier and more productive colleagues at the Presbyterian Center.

The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Pension Plan, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending accounts, 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, Vacation Days, Sick Days, and Paid Holidays.

A Corp Commitment:

Our faith in God inspires our commitment to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and is grounded in scripture, the Constitution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), and actions of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is committed to being not only an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the U.S. government, but with the inclusion of gender identity and sexual orientation as well.

Candidates from Presbyterian communities in the global south and other historic Presbyterian Communities of Color, preferably with theological training and fluency in languages other than English, are encouraged to apply.