Executive Director

Executive Director

Fulltime, Exempt

St. Thomas More Center

Bishop of the Diocese of Des Moines or his Delegate

The Executive Director of the St. Thomas More Center is responsible for maintaining, implementing and developing resident camping and retreat programs that are responsive to the spiritual needs of youth and young adults primarily within the Diocese of Des Moines. As the leader of an affiliated nonprofit corporation, the Executive Director fosters a comprehensive and holistic approach to youth ministry in conjunction with diocesan and parish ministries which recognizes the cultural, developmental and spiritual diversity among adolescents and young adults.

The Executive Director will maintain a faith-filled, nurturing, safe and fun community that promotes Gospel values and the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.

• Assures that the philosophy and mission of the St. Thomas More Center is apparent in the performance of duties. Communicates and promotes a strong commitment to the Center’s philosophy, mission, strategic plan, and Catholic identity.
• Supervises and mentors direct reports to ensure professional competence and skill development. Administers human resource policies, implementation, recruitment, training, and annual evaluations for employees and volunteers to ensure compliance with diocesan and secular laws, with special attention to the Safe Environment Program.
• Directs the development, implementation and evaluation of the Center’s strategic plans to ensure collaboration with key stakeholders and other community partners.
• Oversees the work of others and ensures the effectiveness of all St. Thomas More Center programs, including Catholic Youth Camp.
• Communicates and interacts effectively and professionally with youth and young adults, parents/guardians, and co-workers, including during challenging or high-stress situations in the camp environment.
• Responds promptly and appropriately to unusual, hazardous, or emergency situations, including situations requiring sustained attention, timely decision-making, and adherence to established safety and emergency procedures.
• Fosters efforts at inclusion of the Hispanic Community and others, especially South Sudanese and Burmese ethnic groups in the programs and leadership of the Center.
• Works with the Camp Director and Retreat Coordinator to design and implement a structured, leadership development curriculum for young adults serving in paid and volunteer positions.
• Works with the Retreat Coordinator to expand, oversee and promote retreat opportunities that meet the needs of youth and young adults and serves the needs of youth ministers and catechetical leaders.
• Responsible for maintaining and enhancing a culture of safety for all visitors, including campers, retreatants and employees of STMC.
• Develops and oversees the operating budget and capital expenditures of the organization; including risk management, facilities management, and technology infrastructure.
• Oversees accounting and cash handling policies and procedures for the organization.
• Oversees the corporate brand and logos to ensure effective marketing and public relations, including print, website and other media usage.
• Implements American Camp Association standards.

• As directed by the Bishop or his delegate, accepts and manages charitable gifts and works with prospective donors to support Center funds held in The Catholic Foundation of Southwest Iowa. Works with the Bishop and diocesan Director of Stewardship to solicit charitable support for annual and special needs; including implementation of an annual fund…