Camp Program Director

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago • Burlington, WI

4d • $57,000 - $60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Camp Program Director coordinates and directs the program use of YMCA Camp
MacLean with primary focus on group services "Outdoor Education" while also
supporting the resident camp director role. Ensure the safety and welfare of all
campers and carry out the mission of YMCA Camp MacLean. The Program Director
also fosters positive relationships with schools, groups, and community partners
to enhance participation, and provides leadership in creating engaging,
inclusive, and mission-driven program experiences.

Salary for this position is $57,000 to $60,000 per year with full-time benefits
and opportunities to grow within the organization.

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills,
knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact
in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and
benefits, including:
Competitive salaries reflecting your skills and experience.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees,
plus wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
Generous PTO and paid holidays, with flexible work hours for work-life
balance.
403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years
of service.
Continuous learning opportunities through workshops and training programs.
Supportive work environment valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored
events.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree plus a minimum of two seasons of outdoor education and/or YMCA resident camp & group service leadership experience.
• Must have experience in leading seasonal camp staff.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule to include nights, holidays and weekends.
• This position requires excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills.
• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

Nice To Haves

• Experience or knowledge in environmental and experiential education preferred.
• Previous training/experience in high ropes courses and adventure/challenge programs preferred.
• Lifeguard certification highly recommended.
• Must be energetic person committed to the YMCA mission.

Responsibilities

• Follow, uphold and support Y procedures, Y policies and positive public relations at all times.
• Responsible for the development, implementation, management, growth and evaluation of all assigned camp programs.
• Support the Director of Camp Programming in helping oversee select aspects of our overnight summer resident camp program.
• Serve as resident host to facilitate a quality experience for all campers, including assigned groups (Includes weekends & nights). This position requires residency within a 10-mile radius from Camp MacLean. Housing is not provided for this position.
• Responsible for overseeing adventure/challenge/high ropes activities within programs.
• Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising part-time and/or seasonal staff that are needed to facilitate camp programs within assigned departments.
• Work closely with the Food Service Manager and property manager to coordinate food service and facility needs of campers & guests.
• Act as a team member, working closely with other staff including the executive director on all interrelated matters.
• Responsible for a budget, achieving revenue goals, and maintain control of expenses.
• Responsible for the marketing of all assigned programs. This includes preparation and dissemination of camp literature as well as communicating in person, on the phone and via social media to potential schools, scout organizations, churches, families etc.
• Responsible for maintaining accurate files and records.
• Responsible for maintaining the proper use of all camp equipment.
• Work with the Director of Camp Programming in conjunction with the Camp Executive Director to learn all facets of camp programming and operations beyond assigned programs. Serve as one of two program/operations directors responsible for general camp operation.
• Other duties as assigned
• Manager of Outdoor Education Programs; sets standards and best practices with Director of Camp Programming
• Bookings, inquiries, contracts, deposits
• Outdoor education program instructor hiring, scheduling and supervising
• Group preparation & communication with other full-time staff members
• Skyway inspection, maintenance and training duties
• Assist with summer resident camp staff training and/or other summer duties as assigned
• Assist with social media content
• Lifeguard Certification highly recommended
• 10-mile camp radius residency required. Housing is not provided for this position.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries reflecting your skills and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees, plus wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays, with flexible work hours for work-life balance.
• 403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service.
• Continuous learning opportunities through workshops and training programs.
• Supportive work environment valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees