Program Director, Pearlstone

The Associated Network•Reisterstown, MD

About The Position

The Program Director, Pearlstone (PDP) leads Pearlstone’s approximately seven-person Program Team, overseeing educational programs and collaborating with all Pearlstone departments to create transformative, nature-based experiences at Pearlstone and in the Baltimore area. The team offers programs ranging from low-barrier outreach to immersive programs, camps, and overnight retreats. The PDP cultivates operational excellence and strong educational content, and works across departments to support a fulfilling participant experience. The role also contributes to a national movement to cultivate vibrant Jewish life 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 PDP builds and maintains systems and processes for high-quality content and program execution, develops educational resources, fosters a collaborative team culture, and supervises program managers. The PDP partners with the Executive Director, Advancement, Finance, MarCom, department heads, board members, and other stakeholders on grants, relationships, operations, budgeting, communications, and organizational priorities. Key goals include increasing program participation and broadening and deepening participation among existing participants. This is an exempt position with Monday–Friday work hours and some evening and weekend work. The work combines indoor office duties and outdoor activities in varying weather conditions. The position includes extended periods of sitting, computer use, and administrative work, as well as walking and standing for extended periods, navigating uneven terrain, and lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. A check-in with the supervisor, the Pearlstone Executive Director, takes place 90 days after employment begins and annually thereafter.

Requirements

Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively.
Self-motivated, proactive, and able 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, maintain a professional demeanor, and adapt to changing situations.
Ability to accommodate requests with a positive, helpful attitude and adhere to supervisor directives.
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 work involving extended periods of sitting, computer use, and administrative duties.

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 approximately seven-person Program Team and oversee Pearlstone’s educational programs.
Build, support, and maintain infrastructure, systems, and processes that promote strong educational content and excellent execution across signature programs, partnerships, workshops, and projects.
Cultivate a collaborative team culture in which members support one another, work interdependently, lead from all seats, and work independently with 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 the leadership of managers who also 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 recurring individual meetings with department heads.
Manage the Program Team budget in collaboration with the Executive Director and Finance Department.
Coordinate the Program Team’s external communications and marketing with program leaders, the MarCom department, and the Executive Director.
Support goals to increase program participation and increase 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.