2026 - YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake Unit Coordinator

YMCA of Northern Colorado • Boulder, CO

86d • $500 - $500 • Onsite

About The Position

YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake is seeking leaders in overnight camp to oversee our units at our overnight and day camp nestled in the heart of the Front Range near Ward, CO.
Our Unit Coordinators oversee one of our resident camper units, ranging from ages 7-10 years, 10-12 years, or 13-17 years. Unit camper capacities may range from 50-100 campers on a weekly basis. Unit Coordinators are responsible for supporting camp counselors in the camper and program experience.
Beyond coordinating and mentoring some of our camp population, our ideal candidates understand the power of community and teamwork and are eager to collaborate with and support the rest of our 100 plus person staff throughout the summer. We are looking for staffers who have an "I've got this" mindset, who show initiative and a solutions-oriented attitude.
View all openings, learn more about our benefits and apply online today at https://www.ymcanoco.org/careers.

Requirements

• 21+ years old.
• High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
• Previous experience working with children ages 7-17 years preferred.
• Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor skills, archery, arts and crafts, field sports, hiking, outdoor education, mountain biking.
• Completion of child abuse prevention for supervisory staff, staff training, WFA, CPR, AED, bloodborne pathogens. (We provide this as part of staff training week)
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a unit with up to 20 camp counselors and 100 resident campers with the support of the leadership team.
• Reviews and evaluates staff performance and effectiveness, including daily check-ins and one-on-one feedback sessions with the support of other leadership team members.
• Reports directly to the Assistant Resident Camp Director.
• Lives in yurt or tent accommodations with other leadership staff members.
• Oversees programming facilitated by camp counselors that are not led by specialty counselors.
• Works closely with the Assistant Resident Camp Director to deliver high quality evening program (opening campfire) and assist with other evening programs as needed.
• Works closely with the behavioral specialist, health officer, and camp nurses to ensure high quality care for campers, including identifying and documenting support needed.
• Works closely with other coordinators as needed.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all campers under their supervision, including maintaining appropriate staff to camper ratios as required.
• Maintain a professional presence for YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake through appropriate staff and camper interactions and adheres to associations and camps codes of conduct.
• Assist with check-in and check-out days.
• Attends all required staff meetings on time.
• Adheres to program standards and expectations including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Models’ relationship-building skills for campers and staff.
• Problem solves, communicates, and documents camper behavioral issues as they arise, and passes them off to leadership staff members as needed.
• Incorporate the mission, philosophy, and 5 core values of the YMCA of Northern Colorado in all communication with participants and staff-members.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• (10+ hours/week) Free Family Membership
• (10+ hours/week) Program discounts
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Sick Time
• Childcare benefits of more than $5000 are considered taxable income and will be processed accordingly. Limitations and restrictions apply to some programs.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED