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A staff of several 
full-time employees is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Center, with ongoing support from a large and enthusiastic group of volunteers. Residential retreats are staffed by volunteers, who, in the spirt of generosity and service, rely on dana (donations) from retreatants to support their work. A collective of Spirit Rock teachers, deeply trained in the Buddhist tradition, guides the programs and is responsible for the teachings offered at the Center. The central decision-making body for Spirit Rock is its Board of Directors.
The work of the Board is supported by a number of committees in areas such as gifts, design, finance, scholarships, ethics, staff, events, and program. The Board and all committees of Spirit Rock operate by a consensus principle. Staff, Board, and committee meetings utilize silence, careful listening, a deep respect for different points of view, and a basic belief that the Dharma can be understood and practiced by all.
Employment General Information
A position on staff at Spirit Rock is a wonderful opportunity to explore work as practice in a supportive environment. Spirit Rock employs approximately 30 staff in different capacities. Some staff work full time while others work part-time or on a periodic basis for the duration of a particular event. Some staff are salaried; others are residential with a stipend; while others work on a dana basis. We have a wide range of positions requiring a variety of skills.
Director for Programs Caretaker Housekeeper Kitchen Clean-up and Cook Assist Positions Dana Retreat Cook
We are always willing to accept resumes to be held for future openings. Send resumes to:
Gary Buck, Associate Director Spirit Rock
Spirit Rock Meditation Center is a spiritual practice center devoted to the teaching of meditation in the Buddhist tradition. We strive to create a work environment that reflects the Buddha's teachings with a special emphasis on seeing our work as an essential aspect of our spiritual practice. As such, we seek employees who have an interest in and commitment to the exploration of bringing the practice of mindfulness to bear on all activities of daily life. In addition, the following qualities and abilities are expected of all employees at Spirit Rock:
- The ability to work as a team.
- The ability to work collaboratively.
- Flexibility and the ability to compromise.
- Honesty and integrity.
Reliability.
- "Active listening" skills.
- The ability and willingness to express appreciation to others.
- Openness to constructive feedback.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- The ability to lead, follow or take initiative and the judgment to know when each is appropriate.
- The ability to delegate both responsibility and authority appropriately.
- Efficient time management skills including the ability to prioritize effectively.
- The ability to differentiate between one's role in achieving Spirit Rock's goals as defined by one's specific job description vs. one's own personal objectives and spiritual growth.
Additionally, the following qualifications are required for all residential positions:
- A strong interest in service and community living.
- An established daily meditation practice.
- Preferably has sat at least one 7-day Vipassana retreat, preferably at Spirit Rock.
"Keep coming back to your footsteps in this simply way."
