Program Director, Pearlstone

The Associated and its Agencies•Reisterstown, MD

2d•$90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

The Program Director, Pearlstone (PDP) leads a team of approximately seven people responsible for educational programming at Pearlstone. In collaboration with Pearlstone departments, the director creates nature-based experiences at Pearlstone and in the Baltimore area, ranging from accessible outreach programs to immersive programs, camps, and overnight retreats. The role focuses on operational excellence, strong educational content, and a transformative participant and guest experience. It also contributes to a national movement connecting vibrant Jewish life with the earth through environmental education and immersive retreats. The Program Team oversees Adamah Adventure Camp, Festivals on the Farm, Farm and Forest School, adult education programs including Way of the Wilderness, holiday and immersive retreats, partnership programs with retreat groups and local organizations, and other opportunities as they arise. The director builds systems and processes for high-quality educational content and program execution, develops team culture and educational resources, and supervises program managers. The role partners with the Executive Director, Advancement, Finance, Marketing and Communications, department heads, board members, and other stakeholders on grants, budgets, organizational operations, communications, and participant engagement. The position is exempt and works Monday through Friday, with some evening and weekend work. It combines indoor office work with outdoor activities in varying weather conditions.

Requirements

Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively.
Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently.
Strong attention to detail while maintaining a big-picture perspective.
Commitment to deadlines, accountability, and follow-through.
Solid work ethic and strong organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent attention to detail and professional verbal and written communication skills in English.
Ability to provide excellent customer service and adapt to changing situations.
Professional demeanor and appearance.
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds, walk and stand for extended periods, and navigate uneven grassy, wooded, and unpaved terrain.
Ability to perform indoor office work and outdoor activities in a variety of weather conditions, as well as extended sitting, computer use, and administrative work.

Nice To Haves

Experience with budget management, goal setting, and project oversight.
Familiarity with CRM systems and proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
Experience working with lay leaders.
Experience with data analysis, marketing, and recruitment.

Responsibilities

Lead the Program Team and oversee Pearlstone’s educational programs and programmatic initiatives.
Build, support, and maintain infrastructure, systems, and processes that support high-quality educational content and program execution.
Cultivate a collaborative team culture that supports reciprocal interdependence, shared leadership, independent work, and confidence.
Continue developing educational resources for learners at all levels.
Supervise program team managers, including the directors of Adamah Adventure Camp, Holiday and Immersive Retreats, Farm and Forest School, and Program Partnerships, as well as the Operations Manager; support managers who supervise others.
Partner with the Executive Director and Advancement Department to ensure grant compliance and manage funder and key stakeholder relationships.
Coordinate with the Executive Director on board and working-group engagement, leading program-related working groups as appropriate.
Work with the Executive Director and department heads to support organizational excellence in operations and participant experience.
Participate in regular team meetings and maintain regular individual meetings with department heads.
Manage the Program Team budget in coordination with the Executive Director and Finance Department.
Coordinate external communications and marketing for the Program Team with program leaders, the Marketing and Communications department, and the Executive Director.
Work to increase program participation and the frequency and breadth of participation by existing participants.
Attend weekly department meetings and monthly all-staff meetings.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.