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Camp Director

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience as a camp director
Certification by the American Camp Association

Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject
Active member in church
CPR certification
Proficient computer skills
Experience with data management system
Management experience
Ability and willingness to interface with the public
Ability to supervise staff and campers
Attentive to safety measures
Ability to originate, plan, organize, and carry out daily and specialty programs
The ability to listen to others, communicate clearly, observe others’ actions, read text and information, comprehend instructions and manuals, and maintain the physical ability to move about the camp property in various environmental conditions.
Personal, growing relationship with Christ
Agreement with the Camp CedarRidge Spiritual Standard and Statement of Faith
Adheres to Camp CedarRidge Philosophy and Camper Development Objectives
Spiritual and emotional maturity
Understanding of and agreement with the philosophy and aims of HFCC
Loyalty, honesty, dependability,
Ability to lead others
Administrative acumen
Ability to work through confrontation
Must be over the age of 21 years old
Must pass a criminal background check and state fingerprinting check

Job Requirements:

Program and Staff Development
Ensure that programming reflects camp goals
Hire additional staff as required by camper numbers
Prepare and conduct pre-camp and in-service trainings.
Prepare, in conjunction with staff, a detailed schedule of themes and activities for all weeks of camp.
Order Morning Watch and Bible Exploration materials in alignment with Camp CedarRidge’s philosophy and statement of faith.
Ensure that camper registrations are complete and all paperwork is on file and signed during check-in.
Administer background checks for staff members

Administration
Schedule and conduct on-site inspections with fire inspectors, health inspectors, and others as required.
Remain in good standing with regard to standing orders, permits, and site and program regulations.
Maintain site cleanliness before, throughout, and following the camp season.
Maintain accreditation with the American Camp Association.
Oversee vehicle upkeep, work weekend activity, and construction projects.
Keep current with camping trends through the ACA, CCCA, and ACC.
Communicate camper health requirements to food service supervisor and health officer.
Set and supervise office procedures and opening and closing day procedures for campers and staff.
Develop routines, schedules, and procedures for camp operation.
Supervise day-to-day operations of the programs and staff. Ensure adherence to governing regulations.
Prepare an evaluation and summary of the current camping season, including: inventories, staff evaluations, camper reports, injury reports, and recommendations for the following season.
Define and monitor crisis management plan – including emergency procedures.
Organize and/or approve trips out of camp for program, supplies, and crisis management.
Monitor safety and all procedures as they pertain to the complete supervision of all campers.
Establish and maintain an atmosphere of good morale, spirituality, and well-being among the camp family.
Negotiate and upkeep contracts, including but not limited to food delivery, horse rental, and garbage pickup.
Coordinate purchase of Tuck Shop supplies, craft supplies, health center supplies, Bibles, and camper follow-up materials.

Other Duties
Other duties should be performed as assigned or required, including but not limited to fundraising and marketing, involvement in professional associations, or work related to the broader vision of camping.
Director will be expected to live on camp property from May 15-September 1.

Scope of Authority
Has responsibility and authority for planning, organizing, implementing, correcting problems, and handling the success and failure of all aspects of the job function as determined by the job description, camp goals, and budget.

Accountability
Contribute to the accomplishment of HFCC’s goals.
Serve as an ex officio member of the camp board and the camp operation committee.
Reports to the board of directors, specifically through the president, and attends board meetings.
Work with the board in planning for the efficient operation of camp: registration, business management, opening and closing camp, inventories, menus, and so forth.
Give vision to the board for future direction regarding program, use of facilities, and site development.
Evaluate the goals and camper development objectives in preparation for the annual evaluation.
Plan and implement with the board:
Annual camp goals
Camp operation budget
Promotional literature and activities
Policies and procedures
Camp program
Recruit, train, and supervise all camp staff:
Develop a recruitment plan
Prepare job descriptions and staff agreements
Plan and implement pre-camp and in-camp training
Communicate goals, camper development objectives, policies, and procedures.
Develop an administrative structure to effectively supervise and evaluate camp staff.
Participate in training provided by the camp board.
Maintain hiring practices consistent with FIA/ACA standards.

Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and two names of references to info@campcedarridge.org by January 1, 2014. Interviews will begin in January for the 2015 season.

Time:  Full-Time Seasonal
Salary:  Paid
Category:  Executive Director

Updated: 12/5/2014 2:55:34 PM