Camp Miller Program Director

Job Title: Program Director

FLSA Status: Exempt: Full-Time

Reports to: Executive Director

Full-Time Benefits:

• Retirement accounts (You can contribute at any time, but the Y will contribute 12% after two years of service with 1,000 hours in each of the two years)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Plans 
• Access to a MNsure Navigator
• Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts available
• Long and Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Complimentary nationwide 2 adult family membership to the Y
• Discounts on programs, summer camps, YMCA Camp Miller
• Paid time off (About 120 hours/ year and starting with 40 hours)
• Paid parental leave
• Subscription to the Calm app
• Bereavement leave
• Paid holidays
• Team member referral program
• Employee engagement and appreciation activities
• Growth and development opportunities 
• Free parking
• Leadership certification and related training offered and encouraged

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the executive director, the Program Director is responsible for the supervision and management of Summer Camp, Retreats and Conferencing and the Camp Store. This includes assisting with supervising the seasonal food service staff. Supervisory responsibilities include budget oversight and business development, staff management, program development and delivery as well as safety/risk management of program departments and Camp Store revenue and expenses. The Program Director has lead responsibility for summer camp programming, delivery and staff supervision. The Program Director serves as branch supervisor in the absence of the Executive Director.

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. 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.

Essential Functions:

· Along with Executive Director, provide leadership and supervision to staff achieving successful growth of non-summer programs with an emphasis on Outdoor Education and Retreats/Conferences.

· Along with Executive Director, Responsible for assigned departments and Camp Store resulting in annual growth and achieving targeted budget and enrollment figures.

· Develop and implement new curriculum and program options for summer camp and year-round programming.

· Work with Executive Director to recruit and retain school and rental groups.

· Work with Executive Director on aspects of Camp including: including marketing, fiscal management, safety/risk, staffing, and program development and delivery.

· Maintain inventory of program equipment.

· Along with Executive Director, Serve as on-site contact for summer camp and for non-summer programs.

· Maintain a clean camp before, during, and after group visits.

· Ensure timely payment from user groups and summer camp participant families.

· Maintain accurate inventory, records, and files.

· Assist Executive Director with annual accreditation with the American Camp Association.

· Perform other duties assigned by the Executive Director.

YMCA Competencies:

· Inclusion: Work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions

· Operational Effectiveness: Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves staff at all levels in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures and financial controls. Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement.

· Relationships: Build rapport and relate well with others

· Decision-Making: Make sound judgments, and transfer learning from one situation to another

· Change Capacity: Demonstrate an openness to change, and seek opportunities in the change process

Supervisory Responsibility

Camp Miller Program Director will work in concert with the Camp Miller Executive Director with hiring, coaching, and termination. The Program Director will ensure that camp counselors and other Camp Miller staff are completing assigned duties.

Work Environment

This position works in an outdoor, year-round camp environment in which uneven ground, obstacles, camp and outdoor equipment, and other camp items are commonly encountered each day.

Physical Demands

• The employee must have the ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing (60 minutes or more), bending, reaching, and lifting. The employee must also frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds while unloading food, supplies, and equipment as needed.

• Visual and auditory ability is required to identify and respond to environmental, food safety, and other hazards of the site and facilities and camper and staff behavior.

• Ability to observe staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate management techniques.

• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers

• Some physical requirements of a program position could be endurance including standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate program equipment and program activities. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs. Willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering program. Operate with daily exposure to the sun and heat and varying weather conditions.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

The Program Director is expected to be present for work when campers are on site and, if variation occurs, it is approved by the Camp Miller Executive Director. Campers may experience

needs at various times throughout the day and night. The Program Director may be required to assist staff and campers at any time during the day or night.

Travel

The Program Director may be required to travel each week around Camp Miller and to other locations within the state.

Required Education and Experience

• Experience in administrative roles within a camp setting.

· Experience in the development and delivery of programs and activities for similar population.

· Experience with managing a team of staff.

· Demonstrated ability to multi-task and adapt to changing contexts and priorities.

· Knowledge of standards of food preparation and serving, storage of food, and kitchen procedures.

· Knowledge of and experience in preparation of special dietary foods including vegetarian

· Ability to understand, adapt to, and interact with diverse people, teams, perspectives, and cultures.

· Certifications: CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent, Basic First Aid (required), and ServSafe. Training can be provided upon hiring and must be obtained within 60 days. Higher levels of certification are accepted.

· Commitment of supporting principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action to achieve a diverse work environment.

Preferred Education and Experience

· BA/BS from an accredited college or university in business, outdoor education, non-profit management, or related field.

· Experience in marketing and sales

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

· Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

· Must possess a current and valid driver’s license.

EEO Statement

The Duluth Area Family YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absences, compensation, and training.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What is a valid email address to be contacted for scheduling an interview?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $45,000