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Camp Director

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Tulsa, OK, USA
Full-time

YMCA Camp Tak is located on Lake Fort Gibson. Be part of the leadership of this historic camp.

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Director of Camping Services, the Camp Director will be responsible for the day to day decision making and supervision of staff at Camp Takatoka. They will facilitate and communicate with user groups and build revenue through new conferences and increased camper registrations. They are responsible for hiring and training summer camp staff as well as building curriculum and scheduling for camp sessions. This position also plays a key role in the YMCA of Greater Tulsa’s partnership with Camp Hope America – Family Safety Center. They will be responsible for monthly meetings with FSC staff and leading Pathways monthly events. They will be expected to accomplish tasks and work independently under general direction. They will play an integral role in the development of building strong character values in others. Staff must strive to work cooperatively with fellow employees to achieve the goals and objectives of the YMCA.

Areas of Responsibility: 

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Ensure growth in camper registration and facility rental sales
  • Recruitment through excellent camp programs and marketing of programs
  • Increase membership retention through excellent camp programs and efficient and direct marketing
  • Recruit, develop and lead staff.
  • Assist during Strong Kids Campaign
  • Consistently communicate with direct supervisor regarding cleanliness and safety of facility.
  • Lead scheduling of facility and programs
  • Helping maintain camp, including cleaning, equipment, and all records.
  • Attend and lead staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
  • Responsible for maintaining discipline among campers as needed.
  • Provide all campers with a diverse program experience.
  • Respond appropriately to all emergency and non-emergency situations and fill out necessary paperwork.
  • Report all incidents to direct supervisor and fill out necessary paperwork.
  • Implement curriculum and activities according to schedules.
  • Notify supervisor of any broken or malfunctioning equipment immediately.
  • Must be able to discuss a camper's experience at any time with a parent.
  • Considerable judgment and resourcefulness required.
  • Accurate and timely with all assignments, deadlines, etc.
  • Responsible for selecting, instructing, directing and supervising the flow of work.
  • Understand and implement all emergency drills as needed.
  • Care for a group of children as needed in case of staff shortage.
  • Consistently demonstrate “best practices” of youth development and childcare profession.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) preferred or equivalent experience
Skills/Experience: 
  • Must be 25 years old
  • CPR for Professional Rescuer, AED, and O2
  • Current Standard First Aid Certification
  • Minimum 6 months supervisory experience· 
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $38,000.00 - $42,000.00

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Sep 15 2019
Active Until: 
Oct 15 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit