Camp Icaghowan Program Director

YMCA Twin Cities • Amery, WI

351d • $52,000 - $57,000

About The Position

The Camp Program Director is responsible for developing and coordinating relevant programs, conferences, and retreats offered at the camp. The incumbent develops plans in consultation with the Camp Executive Director and/or Senior Program Director, with oversight by the Executive, to develop and market high quality programs and facilities offered at the camp on a year-round basis.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 25 years.
• Minimum of three (3) years camp or related experience.
• Minimum of one (1) camp season of supervisory experience.
• Relevant previous experience in developing, implementing, administering camp or youth programs.
• Ability to demonstrate considerable skill and experience in program leadership and management.
• Experienced in outdoor living skills, first aid, risk and emergency management.
• Demonstrated skills in group development, recruitment, training and the supervision of staff and volunteers.
• Adult and Pediatric First Aid & CPR/AED provided by YMCA or other certified organization (may be obtained upon hire but must be completed before an employee supervises youth).

Nice To Haves

• Ability to become DQF (formerly DOT) certified driver.
• Bachelor's degree
• Multilingual

Responsibilities

• Works with the Camp Leadership, Board of Directors, and respective committees to ensure high quality programs for groups participating (age and skill levels) along customer facing facilities.
• Develops and implements marketing and promotion plans and recruitment of participants.
• Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
• Ability to observe staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate management techniques.
• Recruits, hires, trains and supervises seasonal staff or part-time staff.
• Develops and implements new and existing programs, including day to day operations, administrative, purchasing and quality.
• Evaluates and reviews programs to ensure high quality, equitable outcomes.
• Routinely inspects and replaces all program area equipment as needed.
• Manages all programs to meet annual budget and enrollment goals.
• Maintains certifications, accreditations, and all necessary reports.
• Supports Annual Fund, Y of the North Committees, Community Boards, and partnership efforts.
• Supports and directs events as needed for community development, alumni relations, and fundraising.
• Participates in Y of the North initiatives as directed by the Adventure team leadership.
• Oversees risk management to ensure safe and certified customer experience.
• Assists with the operation of all camp and adventure duties as assigned by the Executive or Senior Program Director.

Benefits

• Excellent comprehensive benefits package.
• Free membership and program discounts.
• Compensation range of $52- $57k depending on experience and qualifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees