Description
Camp Director:
Under the direction of the Vice President of Membership and Program Services, the Camp Director is responsible for developing, organizing, and leading high-quality programs and activities at the YMCA's Camp Cormorant. This role provides strategic and operational leadership for overnight and day summer camp, as well as year-round programming, events, and facility use. The Camp Director oversees daily operations, drives program growth, ensures safety and compliance, and leads staff to create a welcoming and impactful experience for all campers and participants.
For over 100 years, YMCA Camp Cormorant has offered spirit, tradition, leadership, and exceptional facilities to campers. Founded in 1903, Camp Cormorant is one of the oldest overnight camps in the entire nation. The camp is nestled on 80 acres of wooded property with an extensive beachfront on Big Cormorant Lake. We are located approximately six miles south of Lake Park, MN, in the heart of Minnesota lakes country. No day at camp is just a typical day. The YMCA Camp Cormorant offers more than just a job - we offer the chance to make a lasting difference for the youth in our community.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Mission Advancement
- Lead camp operations in alignment with YMCA mission and strategic goals
- Build strong partnerships with community organizations and stakeholders
- Expand camp programming across multiple communities
- Promote inclusion and ensure programs serve diverse populations
Program Development & Growth
- Grow summer camp enrollment and expand year-round offerings
- Develop programs for schools, teens, families, and corporate groups
- Evaluate programs for quality, impact, and financial sustainability
- Collaborate with marketing to promote camp programs
Operations & Safety
- Ensure compliance with American Camping Association (ACA) standards
- Enforce all safety, health, and risk management policies
- Oversee staff training, including safety and program delivery
- Coordinate with maintenance for facility upkeep and improvements
Financial & Administrative Management
- Develop and manage department budget
- Monitor financial performance and billing processes
- Partner with development team to secure grants and donations
- Support scholarship funding efforts
Staff Leadership & Development
- Recruit, hire, train, and supervise staff
- Foster a positive, engaging, and accountable team culture
- Conduct performance reviews and ongoing coaching
- Maintain staff schedules and ensure proper coverage
Requirements
Required Education, Certifications, Experience:
- At least 25 years of age
- Bachelor’s Degree in a directly related field, or an equivalent combination of directly related experience, training, and/or education
- Within 90 days of hire: CPR/FA for Adult, Child and Infant
Summary
Benefits
- All employees receive a free YMCA membership!
- Paid Time Off (PTO), Emergency Leave, Floating Holidays, Sick Leave, and Parental Leave
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance - Participation may begin on the first of the month following date of hire
- 12% Retirement Plan - The YMCA will automatically contribute an additional 12% of the eligible employee's monthly income into their YMCA Retirement Plan when the following requirements are met: The employee has been employed with the YMCA for 2 years, the employee has worked 1,000 hours during each of any two 12-month periods, the employee is 21 years of age or older
- 403(b) Savings Plan
Who are we? The Y is the nation's leading nonprofit organization and is committed to strengthening communities through Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. Do work that matters! The Y offers more than just a job - we offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference in your community.
We invite you to join us in this amazing work to develop your skills, realize your leadership potential, and discover a career that is more than just a job.
The YMCA of the Northern Sky is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Thank you for your interest in employment at the YMCA of the Northern Sky!