Executive Director of Camp Shady Brook

Camp Executive Director

Overview

The Camp Executive Director reports directly to the Vice President of Programs and is responsible for administering the overnight camp operations at the Camp Shady Brook. This position is responsible for the successful operation of summer overnight camping and retreats and is responsible for budgeting and financial results which will include expense control and effective resource management. In addition, this position helps educate, motivate, and inspire Camp staff and volunteers in implementing best practices. Excellent interpersonal skills are required to partner with volunteers, community organizations, and stakeholders to ensure goals are met. This is an Exempt, Full-Time, Salaried position.

Our Culture
We nurture an environment with unlimited potential by intentionally fostering a cause-centered culture and by investing in people. We’re committed to developing cause-driven leaders - guided by shared values and the Y’s Leadership Model – who inspire others to take individual action and collectively to strengthen our community. At the Y, our values guide us in everything we do. We are caring: we show a sincere concern for others. We are honest: We will be truthful in what we say and do. We are respectful: We will treat others as we’d like to be treated. We are responsible: we are accountable for our promises and actions. Our personality shows up across all experiences and communications. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you. We connect people to our cause through our services and engagement principles. We smile, greet members by name and introduce ourselves. We connect with others by asking questions, sharing stories, and introducing others to each other. We show our support by giving affirmations and encouragement. We invite others to get involved and give back to their community.

YMCA Leadership Competencies:
At the Y, our cause-driven leaders combine values and beliefs with skills and competencies to strengthen communities for all. The Leadership Competency Model paints a picture of proficiency so that Y leaders can hire the right staff, onboard them to our cause-centered culture, and develop themselves and others with a single, cohesive framework to ensure leadership development for all. This position is expected to align with the behavioral indicators for a Team Leader.

Essential Functions:

• In coordination with the VP, lead organizational level change
• Maintain a culture of best-in-class customer service
• Coordinate the implementation of a unified character-development program throughout supervised departments
• Supervise staff to ensure that sound operation principles are in practice. Be accountable for the financial performance of these units
• Provide leadership for program development and coordination of departments, providing outreach programs to meet the needs of special and non-traditional segments of the community
• Identify potential areas for department cooperative programming to accomplish organizational goals
• Assist staff in the planning, development, training, and implementation of new program focuses and activities
• Keep records (pertaining to program) essential for control, evaluation, and reporting
• Coordinate, monitor, and update Y program practices and guidelines
• Coordinate the training of the Y Camp staff at all levels, including a new staff orientation program focusing on mission, expectations, and customer service
• Be responsible for the implementation of a program evaluation system throughout the Y to guarantee faithfulness to YMCA purpose, high quality, and maintenance of Y standards
• Be responsible for program and statistical reports
• Monitor monthly financial reports to ensure that revenue targets are met and expenses are controlled
• Be responsible for customer relations, including complaint resolution
• Be responsible for coordinating the marketing for all Camp programs
• Be responsible for the operational growth of the Y Camp through program expansion, customer recruitment and retention, pricing strategies, new site development, collaborations, mergers, and acquisitions
• Deliver high quality member and program services
• Adhere to all YMCA of Pikes Peak Region policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

  FULL-TIME BENEFITS

• Free Family Membership
• Program discounts
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree required
• YMCA Multi-Team or Branch leadership certification preferred
• Significant experience in all aspects of day-to-day operations of overnight camping and conference programing, including administration, supervision, and program development
• Deep understanding of the philosophy of camp and conferences as it relates to the physical, emotional, spiritual, and environmental safety and learning of the campers and staff
• Intermediate or advanced knowledge of information technology and data management programs
• Must be highly organized and possess the ability to work with confidential matters
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, especially with disparate audiences such as guardians
• Extensive experience with program evaluation, statistical analysis, organization, and planning skills as well as relational skills, integrity, flexibility, and the ability to focus during the midst of commotion
• Knowledge of quality program development and implementation, innovation, continuous improvement, and sound financial practices
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including, but not limited to, nights, weekends, and holidays, year-
• round
• Current Fingerprint Clearance Card
• At least 21 years of age
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications or completion within thirty days of hire
• Completion of YMCA’s online training within seven (7) days of hire Work Environment & Physical Demands:
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The incumbent must possess sufficient physical strength and agility to carry out essential duties.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
• The employee frequently is required to sit/stand, reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.