Under the guidance of the Executive Director and in consult with the Camp Hi-Rock Management Team, the Camp Director will provide direct leadership to the development and implementation of resident, day and group camp programs such that ongoing targets for growth and retention are met or exceeded. They will execute a year-round communications plan to maintain and develop relationships with campers, parents, staff and group camping program participants and leaders; develop and implement ongoing marketing strategies; ensure that an exceptional summer and year round staff team is recruited, coached and developed; ensure the implementation of responsive and innovative programs; ensure that all facilities, equipment and programs meet all standards of the YMCA and the American Camping Association and all regulatory requirements; as well as administer the policies and procedures of the YMCA.
This position requires a passion for and understanding of the significant impact that the camp experience can have in the life of a child. The incumbent must be able to build strong relationships with campers and their parents and group and family camping program participants and group leaders and thus must be proficient with active listening skills; demonstrate patience; have a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing and to do so with a diverse population in a fast-paced environment. The incumbent must have demonstrated success in working with a team to achieve results. Effective leadership in guiding others to strengthen knowledge, skills, and competencies is key. Along with creating an environment of trust and respect by empowering others is important to this leader’s success.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
- Positively represent the YMCA in accordance with the four YMCA character values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
- Supervise daily operations of all resident, day, adventure tripping, group and family camping programs.
- Recruit, hire, train, and coach all staff and volunteers in all resident, day, adventure tripping, group and family camp programs and ensure that all departments under the supervision of the position are adequately staffed.
- Oversee resident, day, adventure tripping, group and family camping programs.
- Oversee food service department ensuring food service meets high quality and health standards, is adequate in quantity, and is provided in accordance with budget expectations.
- Develop and improve camping programs by updating curriculum, equipment, content and facilities on an ongoing basis while informed by current camping industry and child development research.
- Ensure that all programs operate in a safe manner and operate according to all applicable licensing standards, grant stipulations, YMCA policies, state and local laws, Safe-Wise risk management recommendations, and American Camping Association standards and in compliance with the camp’s lease with The Nature Conservancy and agreement with the Town of Mount Washington.
- Develop, adhere to, and monitor budgets for all programs for which the position is responsible.
- Develop and implement marketing strategies using multiple marketing venues for branch programs. Promotion should include but not be limited to upgrading and maintaining the camp website, managing social media presence and paid advertising through social media, ensuring that camp is included in all relevant camp promotion websites within budget constraints, developing and distributing facility branch displays, developing and distributing the summer camp and group camping brochures and registration materials, participating in events at which camp can be promoted including but not limited to camp fairs and regional camp information sessions, developing and implementing a print advertising plan, conducting tours for prospective camper parents and groups, maintaining on-camp marketing displays and hosting summer camp open houses.
- In coordination with the Facility Director, supervise the maintenance and cleaning of all program equipment, facilities and areas including but not limited to high and low ropes courses, climbing tower, waterski boats, and waterfront equipment. Maintain all relevant maintenance and safety records and inspections as they relate to program equipment, facilities and areas.
- Maintain and report on all relevant outcomes and evaluations including those related to the Strategic Plan and those required for funding sources. Develop and implement plans to respond to the above in order to improve outcomes and evaluation results.
- Maintain relationships with professional and community organizations and agencies.
- Participate in community outreach with local groups and organizations including but not limited to local PTAs, community centers, and service clubs such as Rotary and Kiwanis.
- Participate in activities, workshops, conferences, etc. that will enhance personal and professional growth.
- Promote the Annual Campaign among staff, members and the community. Coordinate giving campaigns for summer camp staff and parents and group camping participants.
- Assist in the preparation for and implementation of branch special events.
- Assist in developing and maintaining alumni relations.
- Participate in Branch Management Team meetings and activities.
- Participate in meetings and activities of the Board of Managers and CCC YMCA staff teams as directed.
- Provide leadership to a branch board task force as directed.
- Record and report on all accidents and incidents in accordance with YMCA policies in a timely manner.
- Serve as liaison with independent contractors providing services to summer camp and group camping programs including but not limited to international staff and camper agencies, all training providers, and the camp’s health care consultant.
- Take a leadership role in capital planning along with the Executive Director and Facility Director.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- At least two seasons of administrative experience in a summer resident camp or comparable setting. (administrative experience should include such roles as Unit Director, Assistant Unit Director, Program Director, Assistant Camp Director, Camp Director, Group Camping Director or their equivalent)
- Must have strong written and oral communication skills and have demonstrated successful skills in communication with parents of children between the ages of 4 and 16.
- Must have experience developing and managing a budget or have demonstrated proficiency in skills related to developing and managing a budget.
- Must have a minimum of two years of successful experience in developing and implementing youth programs in a variety of settings but preference is to experience in a resident camp environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel – Required
- Desktop publishing skills - Preferred
- Must have demonstrated strong leadership skills, the ability to multi-task, be detail oriented, and have strong organizational skills.
- Must have demonstrated the ability to work independently and/or with groups.
- Must have demonstrated successful experience in training, supervising, and developing supervisory staff and volunteers.
- Must have the physical ability to be active during the summer season for work days approximating 16 hours per day and to navigate rough terrain on foot.
- Must have strong problem solving skills and the ability to make sound judgments related to all aspects of the program.
Salary: $47,500.00