The LightEn Center of Consciousness & Action (LCCA) is a new retreat center in the Blue Ridge mountains in Marshall, North Carolina, set to open in Fall 2025. LCCA will serve as a soul-focused sanctuary and learning center for individual and collective growth, exploration and transformation, focused on catalyzing the evolution of consciousness needed to solve humanity’s greatest challenges. The Center will host current and emerging leaders to cultivate and deepen the inner work needed to be more effective change agents in the world. LCCA is the home of LightEn US, which is part of the overall LightEn network.
OVERVIEW
LightEn’s team is collectively working to deliver on an ambitious and world-changing mission, providing a world-class culture through a purpose driven lens. Further, this project is truly one-of-a-kind and is led by an extraordinary vision of its founders, transforming everyone who takes part. The Safety Steward role offers an exceptional opportunity for a diligent and mindful professional to join LCCA in its start-up phase.
LCCA is located in Marshall, NC, approximately 30-minutes north of Asheville. Within the 489-acre property, the center is comprised of approximately 125 structures (existing + planned) spanning 100 acres. The center features 76 guest cabins, two teaching spaces, an 8500+ sq ft spa, fitness center, auditorium, event space, dining hall, horticultural complex including a greenhouse & 2 acre garden, and over 7.5 miles of hiking trails. Future phases of the project include an additional 30 guest cabins, a third teaching space, and team member accommodations; including a housing complex, cafeteria, and wellness center for staff use.
Currently, there are about 20 LCCA team members, and we are forecasted to grow to over 50 team members by late-2025. The Safety Stewards reports to the Director of Safety & Security and will collaborate with colleagues across all aspects of the organization. The ideal candidate is highly organized with a keen mind for administrative logistics and a relational and collaborative approach. In addition to the core competencies outlined below, the right candidate will have resonance with LightEn’s vision, be flexible, have a desire to learn, maintain a willingness to contribute when needed, and an ability to lead from a place of inclusiveness, kindness and service.
JOB PURPOSE
At LCCA we practice Sacred Safety — a philosophy that blends professional safety protocols with compassion, mindfulness, and respect for nature. Our Safety Stewards embody this philosophy, ensuring every person feels welcomed, informed, and supported without the heavy hand of enforcement.
The Safety Steward is the guest-facing foundation of LCCA’s Safety & Security Department. You will serve as a warm, knowledgeable presence — blending professional safety awareness with genuine care. Your work is part guide, part guardian, part ambassador for LCCA; always in alignment with our values.
You’ll greet guests, lead safety orientations, assist with trail sign-ins, provide roaming support, respond to minor incidents, and help maintain a safe and harmonious environment. Safety Stewards play an essential role in ensuring guests feel secure while free to focus on their inner work and connection to the land.
The ideal candidate maintains a grounded, compassionate presence and can hold both professional standards and warm hospitality. You love nature, care deeply about people’s well-being, and are comfortable blending service, awareness, and adaptability. You are equally at home explaining trail safety as you are sitting quietly with a guest who needs reassurance. Your comfort in wilderness settings and ability to navigate mountain terrain will make you an invaluable member of the team.
All team members are expected to model LightEn’s approach and values of reflection, collaboration, and soul-infused action and are encouraged and supported to do so throughout their own practices.
Specific job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Guest Welcome & Orientation
· Warmly greet all arrivals and offer mindful safety orientations aligned with Sacred Safety principles.
· Provide maps, orientation cards, and essential information such as quiet hours, assembly points, and emergency contacts.
· Maintain trailhead sign-in logs for hiking and remote activities.
· Answer guest questions with clarity and kindness, offering guidance without over-instructing.
Safety Presence & Roaming Support
· Maintain a visible yet non-intrusive presence throughout the property.
· Monitor high-use areas, trails, and remote spaces for guest needs, safety hazards, or environmental concerns.
· Offer discreet, friendly reminders for safety or etiquette when needed.
· Support program spaces by ensuring safety equipment and wayfinding are in place and functional.
Incident Response & First Aid
· Respond calmly to minor injuries, illnesses, or guest concerns.
· Provide basic first aid, CPR, or AED support when necessary (training provided).
· Document all incidents clearly and promptly in shift logs.
· Notify the Safety Lead of any escalated situations.
Wilderness & Navigation Support
· Assist guests with route planning for trails and mountain terrain.
· Offer guidance on weather patterns, altitude considerations, and safe hiking practices.
· Support lost or overdue hiker protocols using maps, compasses, and GPS when required.
· Ensure trail signage and logbooks are clear, weather-protected, and up to date.
Environmental Stewardship
· Promote and model Leave No Trace principles.
· Ensure trails, paths, and common areas remain safe and free of hazards.
· Report any environmental or wildlife concerns to the Safety Lead.
Collaboration & Communication
· Coordinate across the LCCA team to meet daily guest needs, and maintain a clear communication loop with the Engineering and Land teams to ensure a safe physical environment for all guests and team members.
· Participate in daily briefings and evening debriefs.
· Share observations, patterns, and guest feedback for continuous improvement.
· Assist with equipment moves on property when requested.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
· Commitment to LightEn’s mission and values, and the Sacred Safety philosophy.
· Warm, approachable demeanor with strong interpersonal skills.
· Ability to remain calm, present, and focused in busy or emergent situations.
· Valid driver's license.
· Basic physical fitness to navigate varied terrain and perform light rescue assistance.
· Wilderness experience, land navigation skills (map, compass, GPS), and familiarity with mountain environments.
· Basic computer or tablet literacy for logbook and communication systems.
· Certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED (or willingness to obtain).
· Background in guest services, hospitality, outdoor education, or community safety, preferred.
· Experience in nature-based or wellness retreat environments, a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ROLE
· Stand for extended periods of time.
· Talk, hear, and use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
· Actively engage in extensive walking on and around campus, up/down hills, through trails in all weather conditions.
· Climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or smell.
· Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
· Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings.
· Team members must wear LCCA provided uniforms and maintain a neat appearance while on duty.
AAP/EEO Statement
LightEn provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, LightEn complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation. and training.
LightEn expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of LightEn’s team members to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
APPLY:
To apply for this position, please email your resume to LCCAcareers@light-en.org with the subject line “Safety Steward”. In the body of your email please include a summary about why this role resonates with you, how you feel aligned with LightEn’s mission, and how you would apply your skills and experience to be successful in this role.
We will review applications on a rolling basis. Given the volume of applicants, we may not be able to reply to reach individual applicant and will only be in touch with those candidates we wish to schedule interviews with.
