Open Positions:

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To apply: after downloading and filling out the application, mail the form and/or resume with references to Executive Director, Center for Benedictine Life at the Monastery of St. Gertrude, 465 Keuterville Road, Cottonwood, ID  83522, or e-mail to employment@stgertrudes.org.

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St. Gertrude’s, Cottonwood, Idaho

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Cottonwood, Idaho

Who We Are

The Center for Benedictine Life at the Monastery of St. Gertrude (CBL) ) is a forward-looking Benedictine women’s monastery in the Roman Catholic tradition in Cottonwood, Idaho.

St. Gertrude’s is taking monastic tradition into the future by establishing the CBL as a resource center for people looking for spirituality and sense of meaning beyond the boundaries of traditional institutions.

We are currently 25 vowed sisters, close to one hundred oblates (associates), twenty-one employees, and numerous volunteers, friends and benefactors. We operate a 22-room retreat center, a four-unit bed and breakfast, and an award-winning museum with welcome center and gift shop. We offer residential programs for artists and a co-housing community for women who want to live Benedictine life.

Job Brief

The CBL is hiring a full-time, on-site Marketing and Communications Coordinator to be part of our Mission Advancement Team. The position will develop and implement strategies that creatively communicate our mission and ministries to the public. The successful candidate will report to the Prioress (head of the Sister’s community) and work closely with the Mission Advancement team. In this capacity, the position will support all CBL initiatives and ministries including: the Monastery, Spirit Center, Inn and Museum.

Compensation

Compensation is $35,000-$55,000 annually, depending upon experience. Benefits include employee health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, professional development opportunities and a retirement program.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with CBL departments to develop and execute marketing and communications strategies to support increased awareness and commitment among stakeholders in our mission and ministries; and
• Work with CBL stakeholders to ensure all communications and marketing programs are consistent with our mission, ministries’ programs and services.

Marketing

• Develop a comprehensive marketing plan with goals, identified audiences and programs to establish the CBL as a center for people looking for deeper spirituality and sense of meaning beyond the boundaries of traditional institutions;
• Create ongoing connections with current and past individuals and groups who have experienced the CBL to invite others to participate; and
• Explore new strategies for engaging with people who may be interested in and/or willing to support the CBL and related ministries.

Communications

• Create, edit, and publish content for website, social media, brochures, presentations, annual reports, print and digital ads, letters and other marketing and communication materials;
• Maintain and update social media accounts (e.g. Facebook and Instagram) and website;
• Track, monitor and analyze content effectiveness on social media platforms; and
• Assist with maintaining connections with our online audience (i.e. appropriately respond to and direct questions, concerns and comments generated from online sources).

Required Skills:

• An understanding of Benedictine spirituality, or an openness and willingness to learn;
• Appreciation for the values of a progressive and innovative faith-based organization;
• Willingness to be innovative in an organization exploring new models and programs;
• Ability to be sensitive to and supportive of varied organizational needs;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to take direction and work within a diverse team;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Ability to self-start, multi-task, respond to changing priorities and meet deadlines;
• Creativity, energy, and a strong attention to detail;
• High level of confidentiality with private and sensitive data;
• Strong experience with photography, videography and podcasting;
• Knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and their strategic use; and
• Ability to analyze and interpret social media metrics.

Education & Qualifications:

• B.S./B.A. in Marketing or Communications or equivalent experience.
• Minimum two years of experience in digital marketing, social media, or graphic design.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Website Management, Constant Contact, and/or similar programs as needed.

Application Process:

Please provide the following:

• CV/Resume
• A 3-5 page collection of writing or marketing materials samples
• Three references upon request (at least one must be from a previous supervisor)

Submit applications to:
Tim Oberholzer
Executive Director
Center for Benedictine Life
toberholzer@stgertrudes.org

Housekeeper

This is a full-time position: working Monday through Friday from 8:00 – 4:30. Housekeepers contribute to the ministries of the Center for Benedictine Life by caring for the Monastery’s chapel and common areas, for Spirit Center our 22-room retreat center, and for our other guest accommodations. Tasks are directed by the Head of Housekeeping and include sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and polishing floors; washing linens, dishes, and windows; dusting tables, lamps, and bookcases; making beds and cleaning bathrooms.

Wages begin well above minimum wage, based on experience. Steady work with breaks, snacks, and midday dinner; along with participation in a dynamic community.