Full Time
JPIC Co-Director - Notre Dame Educational Center - Chardon
Notre Dame Educational Center and Provincial House
Chardon , Ohio
JPIC Co-Director (Justice, Peace, and Integrity of Creation)
Location: Chardon
Job Type: Full-Time | Exempt
The Sisters of Notre Dame (SND-USA) seek a mission-driven and collaborative JPIC Co-Director to advance our Justice, Peace, and Integrity of Creation initiatives. Rooted in the Gospel and guided by Catholic Social Teaching, this leadership role promotes education, direct service, advocacy, and relationship-building in alignment with the SND corporate stance commitments.
The JPIC Co-Director works closely with congregational leadership, ministries, partners, and volunteers to animate and expand justice initiatives locally and nationally.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and lead service, volunteer, and immersion experiences aligned with JPIC priorities
Create and deliver engaging educational resources, workshops, and presentations on social justice issues
Foster strong relationships with SND ministries, community organizations, advocacy networks, and national partners
Monitor emerging justice concerns and help guide SND corporate stance initiatives and responses
Coordinate and oversee volunteer engagement, including recruitment, formation, communication, and supervision
Maintain regular communication with stakeholders and prepare reports or updates as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; 3–5 years of relevant experience in social justice, ministry, nonprofit leadership, or related field
Demonstrated understanding of Catholic Social Teaching and commitment to the mission of the Sisters of Notre Dame
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse communities
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects independently
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort with digital communication tools
Additional Requirements
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Ability to do local travel approximately 25–30%
Experience supervising or coordinating volunteers preferred
Benefits
401(k) and 401(k) matching
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA)
Life insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Referral program
Retirement plan