Executive Director

Camp O-AT-KA, a historic summer residential camp for boys founded in 1906 on the shores of beautiful Lake Sebago, Maine, is seeking a passionate and dynamic Executive Director. American Camp Association (ACA) certified, Camp O-AT-KA offers a supportive family environment where boys aged 8-16 develop skills, build confidence, and cultivate character. O-AT-KA brings together staff and campers from diverse backgrounds, fostering community, goal achievement, and lifelong friendships.

The Executive Director will oversee the camp’s day-to-day operations year-round, ensuring a high-quality experience for campers and staff. This includes managing 30 activities, such as athletics, arts, boating, theater, outdoor skills, and more, while focusing on safety, personal growth, and the camp's mission. The camp operates various 2 to 7-week sessions, serving approximately 200 boys and 60 staff members across three age-based units during the summer months. The ideal candidate is happier creating rather than maintaining and excited by the opportunity to build on the foundation of a well-established, financially stable organization and take it to the next level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Operations: Provide strategic leadership to ensure the successful operation of the camp, including day-to-day management, program development, and staff oversight.
• Staff Management: Responsible for the recruitment, training, and retention of dedicated staff, ensuring a supportive, safe, and professional environment for all employees.
• Enrollment & Marketing: Achieve full enrollment through effective marketing strategies, outreach, and relationship-building with families, schools, and community organizations. Develop and implement strategies to attract new campers and retain returning ones.
• Financial Oversight: With input from the Board of Directors and CFO, develop and manage the camp's budget, ensuring financial sustainability while balancing affordability for families and maintaining high-quality programming.
• Annual Fundraising & Endowment Development: Oversee yearly fundraising efforts and develop strategies for growing the camp’s endowment, ensuring long-term financial stability and the continued success of the camp’s programs.
• Community Engagement: Foster strong relationships with campers’ families and the broader camp community, ensuring communication is open, transparent, and consistent.
• Program & Activity Oversight: Ensure the smooth delivery of 30 activities, focusing on providing an enriching, well-rounded experience for all campers while prioritizing safety and personal growth.

The ideal candidate will have experience in camp administration, leadership, enrollment management, fundraising, and a commitment to providing a transformative, inclusive camp experience.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree and 7-10 years of professional experience in a non-profit leadership role.
• Direct camp leadership experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience effectively building and leading a team.

Join Camp O-AT-KA in continuing its rich tradition of helping boys grow into confident, capable individuals in an outdoor setting rich with adventure, camaraderie, and personal achievement.

Salary is commensurate with experience. Camp O-AT-KA is an equal opportunity employer. All staff must pass a thorough background check. Year-round housing for this position is negotiable.

To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to Camp O-AT-KA Search Committee at ATLBONDS@gmail.com. Applications will be considered as they are received.

For more information on Camp O-AT-KA, visit: www.campoatka.org

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Sebago, ME 04029: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person