At Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center, our work is rooted in hospitality, reflection, and a shared commitment to our mission. We are a small, dedicated team who believe that the way we work together matters just as much as the work we do. If you are drawn to fulfilling work in a faith-based, contemplative environment—and want to help create a sacred space where others can unplug, reflect, and renew—we invite you to explore our current openings.
Current Job Openings
PASTORAL TEAM MEMBER & BILINGUAL RETREAT DIRECTOR (FULL-TIME)
DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR (FULL-TIME)
LINE COOK (FULL-TIME)
Pastoral Team Member & Bilingual Retreat Director (Full-Time)
Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center, a work of the Society of Jesus, seeks a mission-driven Bilingual (Spanish/English) Pastoral Team Member to join our retreat ministry, with a particular focus on Hispanic outreach. This role pays special attention to the Jesuits’ Universal Apostolic Preferences - especially walking with the excluded and journeying with youth - in order to extend Ignatius House’s commitment to offering a sacred place of encounter, accompaniment, and renewal. We believe that retreats are essential to human well-being.
Our Mission
Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center provides a sacred place of peace and quiet and offers the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola to facilitate an encounter with God that leads to a willing and loving service of the least of our brothers and sisters (Matthew 25:31-46).
Key Responsibilities
Hispanic Ministry and Community Outreach
- Oversee the Hispanic retreat ministry, enrichment programs, and formation opportunities.
- Form and coordinate a Hispanic outreach committee to guide engagement and programming.
- Lead or collaborate on Spanish-language retreats, including at least two Spanish weekend guided retreats per year.
- Build relationships with parishes, ecumenical partners, and community organizations within the Hispanic community to help grow our mission.
- Envision strategies for reaching second and third-generation Hispanics, addressing cultural and linguistic diversity within the community.
- Partner with the Marketing and Communications Director to ensure:
- Retreat materials and communications are available in Spanish.
- A consistent and meaningful Spanish-language presence on the website and social media.
Mission Collaboration
- Collaborate with the bookstore manager to cultivate a selection of books that reflects diverse, creative, and underrepresented voices in spirituality, aligned with our retreat calendar
- Support the Young Adult Initiative, providing outreach to and following up with young adults and college students who attend retreats at no cost
- Explore ongoing engagement opportunities to help young adults remain connected to Ignatius House’s mission and community
Retreat Leadership and Pastoral Ministry
- Serve as a member of the Ignatius House pastoral team
- Support additional English-language retreat offerings, as needed
- After appropriate training, offer one-on-one spiritual direction and direct 5-day, 8-day, and 19th Annotation retreats in both English and Spanish
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Theology, Divinity, Pastoral Ministry, or a related field
- Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English
- Strong grounding in Ignatian spirituality and commitment to Jesuit mission
Preferred Qualifications
- Completion of the full Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius
- Certification or training in spiritual direction
- Experience in retreat ministry, parish ministry, or community-based Hispanic ministry
A candidate with the minimum qualifications may grow into the preferred qualifications with mentorship and formation provided by Ignatius House.
Qualities Sought
We seek a pastoral minister who:
- Embodies hospitality, compassion, and intercultural awareness.
- Desires to walk with people in their spiritual journeys
- Thrives in collaborative ministry and values Jesuit apostolic teamwork
- Shows initiative, imagination, and openness to ongoing spiritual formation
Benefits
- Fully covered health, vision, and dental insurance (100% paid by Ignatius House for the employee)
- Three weeks of paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- One free weekend retreat at Ignatius House each year
To Apply
Please submit:
- Cover letter
- Resume/CV
- One recorded talk or written reflection (e.g., homily, retreat talk, scripture reflection)
- Two references
Send application materials to Sarah Otto, Director of Mission at sotto@ignatiushouse.org
Application Deadline: April 1, 2026
Development Coordinator (FULL-TIME)
Are you a highly organized, creative, mission-driven individual who wants to build a career in nonprofit fundraising? Ignatius House (Atlanta, GA) and Gonzaga Eastern Point Retreat House (Gloucester, MA) are two Jesuit retreat centers rooted in the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Together, we provide sacred spaces of silence, spiritual reflection, and renewal to thousands of retreatants each year.
We are seeking a full-time Development Coordinator to support the fundraising and donor stewardship efforts of both retreat houses. This is an entry-level role designed for someone eager to learn nonprofit development from the inside and grow professionally while serving a meaningful mission.
This is a unique shared position: while you will work at our Sandy Springs, GA retreat center, you will divide your time equally between two vibrant retreat communities, gaining exposure to two organizations and a wide range of development responsibilities.
What You’ll Do
This role supports fundraising efforts for both retreat houses. Responsibilities may include work for either organization and will vary week to week.
You will:
- Maintain and manage a donor database (Bloomerang), ensuring clean, accurate, and disciplined data practices
- Assist with donor acknowledgment processes and stewardship communications
- Prepare mailing lists, reports, and segmented outreach
- Draft, edit, and format fundraising appeals and donor communications
- Design graphics and collateral using Canva (or similar tools)
- Create and schedule email campaigns in Bloomerang
- Support social media content for fundraising campaigns and retreats
- Assist with development events, including invitation design, RSVP tracking, event materials, and on-site support
- Support special initiatives, including young adult programming and retreat outreach
- Help maintain organized digital files and shared assets
- Provide general administrative support that strengthens each retreat house’s development efforts
You will work closely with the Director of Development at Ignatius House and the Executive Director at Eastern Point, gaining mentorship and hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising strategy and operations.
Travel
This role includes travel to Eastern Point Retreat House in Gloucester, Massachusetts approximately twice per year for one week at a time.
One visit will include participation in a 3-night silent retreat to experience Eastern Point’s spiritual rhythm firsthand. Travel may also include supporting donor gatherings or communications projects on-site.
Who You Are
- College graduate
- An early-career professional (1–3 years experience, including internships)
- Interested in nonprofit development, fundraising, or mission-driven communications
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- A strong writer and thoughtful communicator
- Comfortable managing multiple projects at once
- Able to maintain donor confidentiality and clean data practices
- Familiar with (or excited to learn) donor databases like Bloomerang
- Comfortable designing simple graphics in Canva
- Adaptable and able to work both independently and collaboratively
- Open to working in a Catholic/Jesuit mission environment
You don’t need to be Catholic — but you should be comfortable working in a spiritually grounded organization.
What Makes This Role Unique
- Exposure to two Jesuit retreat ministries in different regions of the country
- Hands-on training in nonprofit development operations
- Meaningful mission impact supporting retreats for adults of all ages, backgrounds, and religions
- Hybrid schedule (after onboarding)
- Mentorship and professional growth in fundraising and nonprofit leadership
Compensation & Structure
- Full-time, non-exempt
- Competitive salary
- Three weeks of paid time off
- Fully covered health, vision, and dental insurance (100% paid by Ignatius House for the employee)
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- One free weekend retreat at Ignatius House each year
- Hybrid schedule: minimum three days per week on-site at Ignatius House (after initial training period)
- Approximately 20 hours/week supporting each retreat house (averaged over time)
If you are looking for more than just a job - if you want to learn, grow, and contribute to work that creates space for silence, healing, and encounter - we would love to hear from you.
To Apply:
Please send a resume and brief cover letter explaining your interest in nonprofit development and mission-based work to Megan Denton, Director of Development at mdenton@ignatiushouse.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
LINE COOK (full time)
Position Overview
An Ignatius House line cook plays an important role in preparing and cooking meals according to established recipes and guidelines, while helping create a clean, organized, and welcoming kitchen environment. This role also ensures that food safety and sanitation standards are consistently upheld in support of our retreat community.
Responsibility
- Set workstation with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
- Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chop, slice, dice)
- Cook food using various methods, grillers and utensils
- Ensure great food presentation by garnishing dishes before service
- Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
- Ensure all foods and other items are stored properly
- Check the quality of ingredients before usage
- Monitor stock and start food order when there are shortages or 86th items.
Other Duties
- Cleaning tabletops and vacuuming dining room
- Washing dishes, utensils and pots and pans
- Maybe required to assist in training kitchen staff or apprentices
- Assist with other kitchen tasks as needed
Skills and Qualifications
- Food Preparation Skills: at least 2 years’ experience as a line cook using various cooking techniques
- Cooking Techniques: knowledge of different cooking methods and techniques
- Food Safety Knowledge: understanding food safety and sanitation regulations
- Time Management: the ability to work efficiently and quickly in a fast-paced environment
- Teamwork: ability to work successfully with other employes and kitchen staff
- Communication Skills: ability to communicate clearly and effectively with other employees and guests
- Physical Stamina: ability to lift 50 pounds and stand and work for extended periods of time
- Flexibility: willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and some holidays
- Education and Experience: a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred and/or at least 2 years’ experience working in a food service establishment as a cook
- ServSafe Certification
- Ability to commute reliably to the Ignatius House campus
Benefits
- Fully covered health, vision, and dental insurance (100% paid by Ignatius House for the employee)
- Three weeks of paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- One free weekend retreat at Ignatius House each year
Pay starting at $17–$19 per hour, based on experience and qualifications, with a typical 40-hour work week depending on business needs.
To apply: Please complete an application and submit it by email to Calisha Smith, Executive Chef at csmith@ignatiushouse.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.