Location: Ely,MN, USA
YMCA Camp du Nord in Ely, Mn is seeking an experienced Program Director. This role will be residential from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend, and remote/hybrid in the Fall, Winter, Spring seasons. The ideal candidate will be passionate about youth development, DEI and accessibility, wilderness and nature programs, and outdoor adventure. Leadership experience in youth development and/or outdoor and nature programs preferred.
Excellent comprehensive benefits package and free membership and program discounts included with compensation ranging from $52,000-$57,000 dependent on experience and qualifications. Please note that Camp du Nord is remote, about 4.5 hours from the Twin Cities metro-area. Housing is available year-round, with an expectation that the Program Director is available for in-person meetings in the Twin Cities during Fall, Winter, Spring months, while also available to travel to Camp du Nord approximately once a month to lead programs. Full job description and camp and community details below.
1. Job Summary:
The Camp Program Director is responsible for developing and coordinating relevant programs, conferences, and retreats offered at the camp. The incumbent develops plans in consultation with the Camp Executive Director and/or Senior Program Director, with oversight by the Executive, to develop and market high quality programs and facilities offered at the camp on a year-round basis.
2. Essential Functions:
* Works with the Camp Leadership, Board of Directors, and respective committees to ensure high quality programs for groups participating (age and skill levels) along customer facing facilities.
* Develops and implements marketing and promotion plans and recruitment of participants.
* Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
* Ability to observe staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate management techniques.
* Recruits, hires, trains and supervises seasonal staff or part-time staff.
* Develops and implements new and existing programs, including day to day operations, administrative, purchasing and quality.
* Evaluates and reviews programs to ensure high quality, equitable outcomes.
* Routinely inspects and replaces all program area equipment as needed.
* Manages all programs to meet annual budget and enrollment goals.
* Maintains certifications, accreditations, and all necessary reports.
* Supports Annual Fund, Y of the North Committees, Community Boards, and partnership efforts.
* Supports and directs events as needed for community development, alumni relations, and fundraising.
* Participates in Y of the North initiatives as directed by the Adventure team leadership.
* Oversees risk management to ensure safe and certified customer experience.
* Assists with the operation of all camp and adventure duties as assigned by the Executive or Senior Program Director.
3. Relationships:
This position reports to Camp Executive Director and/or Senior Program Director. The incumbent interacts regularly with all camp and Y staff, volunteers, program participants, and community partnerships. The Program Director plays an active role in committees as assigned by their supervisor. The incumbent is responsible for supervising seasonal and part time staff. The Program Director works closely with the Executive Director and/or Senior Program Director in planning and implementing programs. This position represents the Y of the North in mission, vision and accountability to all potential participants.
4. Qualifications:
Required:
* Minimum age of 25 years.
* Minimum of three (3) years camp or related experience.
* Minimum of one (1) camp season of supervisory experience.
* Relevant previous experience in developing, implementing, administering camp or youth programs.
* Ability to demonstrate considerable skill and experience in program leadership and management.
* Experienced in outdoor living skills, first aid, risk and emergency management.
* Demonstrated skills in group development, recruitment, training and the supervision of staff and volunteers.
* Adult and Pediatric First Aid & CPR/AED provided by YMCA or other certified organization (may be obtained upon hire but must be completed before an employee supervises youth).
Preferred:
* Ability to become DQF (formerly DOT) certified driver.
* Bachelor's degree
* Multilingual
6. Work Conditions:
* Must be capable of carrying loads of up to 50 pounds and able to traverse hilly and uneven terrain.
* Works in a wide variety of environmental factors.
* Perform essential program support to camp activities and programs which may include, but not limited to the following activities: semi - reaching to full-reach overhead, crouching, kneeling, shoveling, working in narrow and/or confining spaces underground, overhead, and at ground level, twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs, and lying on stomach and/or back.
* Ability to perform tasks outdoor in different climates.
* Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
7. Additional Notes:
This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from Camp and Adventure Senior Leadership or their representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary.
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.