JOB DESCRIPTION
Since 1959, The Warwick Conference Center has been serving groups, organizations, and churches offering a variety of accommodations. At the center of the scenic estate is a conference center comprised of the East and West Houses capable of housing up to 100 guests with meeting rooms, a full kitchen and cafeteria / dining hall, plus space for indoor and outdoor events. The campgrounds have a picturesque view of the valley and are comprised of 4 cabins and a lodge. The lodge has a full kitchen, cafeteria, and meeting space. Each cabin has 4 rooms with bunk beds and a shared bath. Each room sleeps up to 10 for a total of 40 guests per cabin. Mulder Chapel is down the road from the conference center. It is a beautiful chapel and banquet room with panoramic views of the mountains. A great spot for weddings or other special events!
The incoming Executive Director will be a visionary driver, thoughtful leader, and advocate in promoting the importance of the Warwick Conference Center and building relationship(s) with communities across the region. S/he will have the opportunity to shape the narrative and lead this organization into a new day of service, and as a result, create a transformative, sustainable impact in the lives of children and families.
MISSION
Echoing God’s desire for all people to be still and draw near, the Warwick Conference Center is a broadly inclusive place of welcome, hospitality, reflection, and retreat where all are invited to seek renewal, pursue personal and corporate growth, and have the opportunity to listen for God’s voice.
VISION
- Advancing the best programs and services
- Engaging widening support
- Cultivating guests and donors
- Raising up leaders
QUALIFICATIONS
• Prior camp and retreat center management, administration, and programming experience
• Prior experience hiring and retaining competent staff and recruiting volunteers
• Five or more years of management experience
• A desire to develop relationships with individuals who will support the WCC both actively and financially
• Demonstrable success in short- and long-term fundraising including donor identification and management and grants
• Leadership experience in camp and conference center management with a proven track record in financial management, especially in the growth of not-for-profit organizations.
• Strong public speaking skills to people of all ages and the capacity to effectively communicate the Warwick Conference Center’s program opportunities to both groups and individuals
• Proven ability to manage paid and volunteer staff in a variety of roles
• Satisfactory background check
EDUCATION: Minimum of bachelor’s degree with at least five years of relevant experience
A facility of the Regional Synods of New York & Mid-Atlantics, Reformed Church in America
Located at 62 Warwick Center Road, Warwick, New York
www.warwickconferencecenter.org www.campwarwick.org 845-986-1164 Fax: 845-986-8874