Summer Camp Director
About The Position
The Summer Camp Director manages the implementation, development, and delivery of Camp UMLY, the Upper Main Line YMCA’s traditional summer camp program. The role focuses on providing children and families with a high-quality, safe experience at an American Camp Association-accredited program. The director recruits, trains, and supports camp staff and volunteers, and oversees hiring, onboarding, curriculum development, budget control, and compliance with regulatory and Association standards. The position also contributes to annual campaign activities. The role develops and manages operating plans to support program and membership growth, builds connections among participants and with the YMCA, supervises staff and volunteers, and ensures quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. It also involves managing payroll, coordinating events, addressing member concerns, preparing program information and reports, and maintaining community partnerships. The position is based at the Upper Main Line YMCA in Berwyn, Pennsylvania.
Requirements
- Minimum of two years of summer camp work experience.
- Previous experience directing programs through supervision of volunteers and staff.
- Fluency in spoken and written English.
- Obtain and maintain all new-hire certifications and training within 90 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Four-year college degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
- Experience working with diverse populations.
- YMCA Team Leader certification.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and manage operating plans and program delivery to promote program and membership growth.
- Help members and program participants connect with one another and with the YMCA.
- Assist with developing and controlling department budgets as requested by management.
- Hire, train, onboard, and supervise part-time and full-time hourly staff and volunteers in assigned areas.
- Facilitate communication and provide leadership to staff.
- Ensure compliance with state and local regulations, YMCA of Greater Brandywine policies, standard operating procedures, and Association standards.
- Ensure safety procedures are followed and deliver high-quality programs through program development, evaluations, and ongoing staff training.
- Coordinate special events and activities.
- Address and resolve member concerns to support member engagement.
- Provide data, rosters, schedules, and reports for assigned programs.
- Establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
- Play a key role in the branch Annual Campaign.
- Manage payroll for the assigned department.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid holidays and plentiful paid time off for full-time employees.
- Babysitting while working, up to four hours per day.
- Program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons, and more.
- 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility.
- Optional 403B retirement savings plan available upon hire.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Continuing education reimbursement.
- Tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University.
- Career development and paid training.
- Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
