Wilderness Camp Executive Director (Camp Menogyn)

Job DescriptionThe salary for this position starts at $75,564. We take into consideration an individual’s background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes a wide range of other benefits and earned time off that vary depending on part-time or full-time status.

Job Summary:

The Wilderness Camp Executive Director is responsible for delivering high-quality wilderness programs for all participants, including youth, families, and adults. In partnership with the Program Directors, the incumbent recruits, hires, trains and supervises a diverse and high-performing staff team. The incumbent sets the strategic direction of the camp and achieves annual fundraising goals in partnership with the Association Fund Development team, and the volunteer Community Board. The incumbent ensures that facilities and equipment are well-maintained.

Essential Functions:

This role is responsible for overseeing expedition program quality, risk management, camper and staff satisfaction.Direct a progressive wilderness camping program during summer.Ensure high-quality outdoor education, teambuilding and retreat programs.Supervise camp operating team, including but not limited to Program Director(s) and Property Manager.Recruit, hire, train, and supervise the seasonal staff of 60+.Communicate directly with program supervisors, operations staff, and seasonal tripping staff, and instructors, to build skill sets and reach both individual and location goals.Develop, implement, and coordinate marketing and special events efforts for recruitment and retention of campers and alumni maintaining a continued Wilderness experience/connection.Execute a high level of judgment and independent decision making aligned with the adventure/camping vision.Perform day-to-day operations of camper services, engage in vendor relation management, and carry out fiscally responsible decision making.Develop and implement recruiting and retention strategies for diverse seasonal work force.Works closely with Association departments to set direction and achieve goals in the following areas; People and Culture, Risk and Enterprise Management, Mission Advancement (Fund Development), Marketing, Technology and Adventure leadership.Deliver relevant programming in the areas of leadership development, progressive skill development, and social emotional learning.In partnership with the Program Directors, you will have oversight on the annual trip plan, work the marketing team to market these trips and review frequently to adjust or create new offerings.Oversee all aspects of enrollment and ensure risk management is considered.Maintain relationships with outside industry professionals to aid in program development as well as team member continuing educationServe as an engaged contributor on the broader Y Adventure and Y of the North leadership teams in pursuit of common goals.Achieve fundraising goals, including Annual Fund and periodic capital campaigns.Maintain accurate and comprehensive records and files related to participant health and team member performance.Evaluate the camp’s programs on an on-going basis involving all stakeholders including team members, community partners, participants, campers, parents, and volunteers.Provide risk management oversight for field programs, including emergency response, management of evacuations and camper behavior challenges (including family contact), and incident reporting.Perform annual reviews of part-time and full-time team members. Achieve and adhere to American Camp Association accreditation standards.Partner with Community Advisory Board Chair to implement board’s chart of work.

Relationships:

This position reports to the VP of Camp Operations and Adventure who reports to the Chief Operating Officer. The incumbent interacts regularly with camp participants, guardians, alumni, general public, donors, seasonal staff, and volunteers.

Qualifications:

Experience supervising wilderness programs.Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.Minimum of three (3) years of management experience to include supervision and budgets.Progressive programming and management experience in an outdoor wilderness tripping environment.Willing to live on-site in camp-provided, rustic, housing during summer program months.Willing to travel seasonally to support on site programming.On call 4 months of the year 24-hours a day to ensure safety and EAP protocol.This role is critical to day-to-day operations and decision making.Demonstrated skills in supervision, organizational systems, camping program development, wilderness risk management, fundraising, and financial management.Demonstrated skills in customer service, large and small group communications, leadership, and group work with adults, teens and children.Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel and Teams, and other computer programs necessary to perform the duties of the job.

Work Conditions:

Must be able to work on a computer for an extended period of time.Must be able to regularly travel locally for meetings, training and special events.Lifting qualificationsAdd dust and dirt narrative hereMenogyn add to addendum (boating, rustic water access only facility).Additional Notes: This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is responsible for taking direction from the VP of Camp Operations or their representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association success.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Pledge The Y of the North is committed to the work and everyday practices of eliminating disparities and eradicating of unjust systems to become a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive organization. YMCA of the North team members and volunteers must exemplify the association’s mission, vision and values of caring, equity, honesty, respect and responsibility. The YMCA of the North continues to develop plans and strategies to ensure team members and volunteers reflect the demographics of the communities we serve. We will continually conduct institutional racism and oppression review of our policies, procedures and practices in recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; transfers; layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive work environment and culture that promotes equity and respect for the human dignity of all. We value and respect this diversity and choose to be inclusive through our acceptance of all. Requirements