Executive Director - Camp Foss

This position supports the work of The Granite Y, a leading NH nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. We are seeking an experienced professional with supervisory skills and overnight camp experience to be the next Executive Director at YMCA Camp Foss (A traditional all girls overnight camp)

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, business or equivalent.
• Five or more years of experience working at an overnight camp.
• Three or more years of management experience at the level of Executive, Camp Director, Operations Director, Assistant Camp Director or equivalent.
• Ability to direct total operations through volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of camp budget, marketing and public relations, and program development.
• Will meet the requirements of a Camp Director as set forth by the ACA and State of NH.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
• YMCA Multi-Team Leader or willing to obtain within 1 year.

Essential Job Functions:

• Recruit and develop staff with a strong commitment in building genuine relationships. Supports the ongoing recruiting, hiring, training, development and supervision of the camp leadership team.
• Supports the development of total camp operating budget; ensures monthly forecasting is proactive and establish path to meet or exceed annual budget targets.
• Assures that high-quality relationship-based member engagement strategies are in practice. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions with staff, volunteers, members, and the community.
• Ensures compliance with both state of NH and American Camp Association standards.
• Live on site during the camp and set up season (Mid May – Mid September) to ensure a high caliber camp program for campers ages 7 to 15 years of age.
• Ensures the safety and maintenance of high-quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.
• Coordinates with the Advisory Board chair a robust board development effort. Seeking a variety of diverse and qualified leaders to support the camp’s annual fundraising, strategic and mission impact goals.

· Work with the Camp Enrollment Coordinator to maintain positive and regular communication with camper families, staff members and alumni throughout the year through email campaigns, newsletters, phone calls and planned events.

• Seeks, cultivates and models collaborative relationships with community agencies in service delivery area.
• Coordinates camp marketing and communication efforts with VP of Marketing and Communication to ensure proactive and effective communication of the branch’s community benefit and impact.
• Supports the overall objectives of The Granite YMCA.

Successful candidates will show expertise in the following core competencies:

Mission Advancement: Reinforces the Ys values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the YMCA’s efforts for all stakeholders. Collaboration: Develops strategies to ensure staff and volunteers reflect the community. Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the YMCA. Serves as a community leader
building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance YMCA mission and goals. Operational Effectiveness: Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves members and community in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures, investment policies and financial controls.

Personal Growth: Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and personal learning. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Benefits:

· Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

· Life Insurance· Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

· FREE association-wide family membership

· Generous paid time off

· Paid volunteer time off

· 401(a) and 403(b) retirement accounts

· All eligible employees receive the YMCA's retirement contribution of 8% of their biweekly gross earnings

· 50% discount on program classes for the employee and dependents

· 50% discount on childcare or day camp

· 100% discount on overnight camp

This position is a full time, year-round Executive position that must live on site in Strafford (beginning in May and ending in October) at an all girl’s overnight camp. Off season office is located in Concord, NH. Please apply online with cover letter and resume. Questions regarding the application process can be directed to Matt Hanson, Vice President of Operations. (mhanson@graniteymca.org).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $72,000 - $82,000