Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implements a management plan and evaluation process to ensure that Nazareth Farm Inc. and its affiliates are responsive to the needs of the community, staff, and volunteers, in a way that is consistent with Nazareth Farm’s mission fulfills its strategic plan
• Attends to the legal obligation of all Nazareth Farm, Inc. operations including, but not limited to, IRS compliance, state not-for-profit status, insurance requirements and contracts with families
• Maintains and monitors accurate, up-to-date records including reports of all income and expenses with appropriate supporting documentation for Nazareth Farm and its affiliates
• Implements Nazareth Farm policies and procedures
• Arranges for annual financial audit and implements audit recommendations in a timely fashion

• Coordinates and approves ongoing staff development including activities to ensure the ongoing spiritual development of the staff community
• Selects, supervises and semi-annually evaluates staff
• In collaboration with the rest of the staff, recruits, hires and trains new volunteer staff members
• Terminates staff when necessary
• Updates job descriptions as needed
• Actively contributes to the creation of a positive implementation of the Farm’s mission by participating in the group weeks as a role model to adult and youth volunteers
• Upholds Christian standards and values as described in “Responsibilities of Community Members” in the Nazareth Farm Community Handbook

• Assures the selection of appropriate service sites with the collaboration of the Project Coordinator
• Administers proper youth protection and safety standards in compliance with local laws and Diocesan guidelines
• Works closely with the Project Coordinator to assure safety on all worksites
• Visits sites regularly to assess the status of Nazareth Farm at the site, to clarify expectations, teach repair skills,  and to respond to any emerging concerns or issues
• Monitors payments and balances of clients for services
• Holds financial responsibility for the resolution of all issues related to volunteers and sites
• Responsible for upkeep, repairs and improvements of Farm buildings and grounds

• Communicates and interacts with key constituencies, including the Diocese of Wheeling Charleston, local collaborators, donors, alumni, and volunteers
• Communicates with local churches, both Catholic and non-Catholic, to foster understanding of Nazareth Farm’s mission, and when necessary, attends local meetings and events as a representative of Nazareth Farm
• With the Project Coordinator, maintains positive relationships with area social service agencies
• Promotes the mission of Nazareth Farm through public speaking engagements with ministry organizations, civic organizations, and churches
• Provides written communication of Nazareth Farm projects and concerns through newsletter articles, newspaper articles, and special appeals
• Acts as an advocate for the people of Doddridge County

• Develops, implements and manages processes to promote the financial viability of Nazareth Farm, inclusive of budget preparation and management, annual fundraising planning, and collaboration with the Board Finance Committee
• Builds and manages a diverse program of fund development including foundation grants, individual and corporate donations, and alumni stewardship
• Works with the Board of Directors to develop fundraising efforts and oversees fundraising projects
• Actively solicits funds from past, present and future volunteers

• Collaborates with the Board of Directors in developing, implementing and evaluating an ongoing Strategic Plan
• Provides a quarterly accountability report to the Nazareth Farm Inc. Board of Directors
• Attends all board meetings and committee meetings as needed
• Communicates regularly with the Board through quarterly Farm Reports and other correspondence
• Works closely with the Chair of the Board
• Serves as the liaison for the staff to the Board of Directors

• Degree in theology or spirituality, psychology, social services, education, or a related field
• Experience in non-profit leadership including supervision of staff and agency management
• An active Catholic with working knowledge of Catholic Social Teaching and experience in young adult/youth ministry or retreats
• A collaborative leadership style and excellent communication and listening skills
• Proven capacity for and interest in financial management and fund development
• Commitment to developing lay leadership within the Catholic church
• Proven ability in community collaboration and public relations
• Open to collaborative ministry to volunteers and the people of north-Central West Virginia
• Understand the dynamics of an  intentional Christian community
• Flexibility and a sense of humor
• Commitment to a two-year term, with the possibility of reappointment for additional service