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Shamineau Ministries Executive Director

PROFILE FOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Position Summary:
The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors. The Senior Leadership Team of Camp Shamineau reports directly to the Executive Director. The Executive Director shall have the responsibility for the implementation and evaluation of the ministries within the guidelines established by the Board of Directors. He/she will provide leadership in the following areas: spiritual, strategy/vision, operations, fundraising, and programming. All functions and activities will be performed within the stated mission, vision, and core values of Camp Shamineau.

General Responsibilities:

The Executive Director will communicate and collaborate with the Board of Directors to
• Implement and uphold all Camp Shamineau policies
• Work with the Board to prepare a long-range, strategic plan for Camp Shamineau
• Report regularly to the Board about progress toward organizational objectives, financial status of the organization and other issues of concern to the Board
• Initiate and direct the development of policies for Board approval

Job Responsibilities:

Spiritual Leadership
• Be a devoted Follower of Jesus, committed to personal spiritual health and accountability
• Whole heartedly support EFCA Statement of Faith and Camp Shamineau
• Provide spiritual leadership for Camp Shamineau staff, volunteers, and campers that is aligned with the EFCA Statement of Faith
• Regularily attend an EFCA church or similar protestant denomination

Strategic/Vision Leadership
• Work with Sr. Leadership Team and Board to develop a rolling three-year strategic plan
• Coach and mentor staff to develop a healthy organizational culture
• Be aware of and evaluate national camp trends and youth culture as it relates to Camp Shamineau
• Participate in Christian Camp and Conference Association (CCCA), networks, etc. to build and maintain positive relationships

Operations Leadership
• Develop and implement an annual operations budget and quarterly report to the Board of Directors
• Determine an annual plan and strategies to recruit, hire, train, and compensate staff in order to build a strong team
• Provide oversight for all financial and operational activities
• Provide the highest level of customer service and risk management (particularly with care of minors)
• Develop and consistently implement camp policies and procedures to ensure safety and compliance
• Ensure property and facilities are effectively equipped and maintained

Fund Raising Leadership
• Create an annual and rolling three-year capital expenditure budget and supportive fund-raising plan
• Serve as a key spokesperson to churches, community, campers, and key stakeholders to maximize Camp Shamineau's exposure
• Responsible for ensuring sufficient funds are raised for operational and capital projects
• Support the preparation of grants, endowments, and other sources of income

Program Leadership
• Ensure all programing is aligned with Camp Shamineau's spiritual values, beliefs and mission
• Hire, train, develop and evaluate camp leadership
• Work closely with each program manager to create and update their ministry/program plan and ensure high quality implementation of those programs

Qualifications – Must Have
• Demonstrates a growing relationship with Jesus Christ
• Fully supports the EFCA Statement of Faith and Camp Shamineau policies
• Minimum of 10 years of ministry, organizational leadership, and/or camp leadership experience
• Possesses strong organizational, financial, and management skills to build a healthy team culture
• Supports the growth and development of others with a history of creating a supportive and healthy work environment
• Successfully led or demonstrated competency in leading a highly effective team of 10+ members
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic and passion for Christian camping
• Highest ethical standards, including honesty, integrity, dedication, and leadership
• Demonstrates respectful and inspirational leadership

Qualifications – Desired
• MS in Organizational Leadership or Business Administration
• Has successfully led and developed both the business and ministry functions of a comparably sized mission-focused organization or related experience with a commensurate-sized budget and staff

PROCESS OF CANDIDACY

After reading this Opportunity Profile, if you sense you are a good fit for the Executive Director position, we invite you to begin the inquiry process. All candidates' information and conversations are handled confidentially.

Please provide the following documents and responses for review:

RESUME SUBMISSION

When formulating your resume for this position, please include the following information for each position you have held in the past fifteen years:
* Employer
* Your title(s), time of employment there (e.g., 2010-2016), and details concerning transitions.
* Budget, scope, and size of the organization and your department.
* Describe three specific achievements or accomplishments that were most meaningful to you while in these positions.
* Please also include any meaningful assessments or inventories that help us know more about you: e.g., DISC, MBTI, StrengthsFinder, IDAQ, and EQI…

REFERENCES

(They will only be contacted with your prior knowledge.)
* The person who knows you best or has had the most significant impact on your life.
* Three references from your professional life–preferably a significant manager, a peer, and a subordinate.
* Two personal references that can speak to your character.

NARRATIVE QUESTIONS
Please submit thoughtful responses to each of the following questions in writing in order to give us a more complete picture of you and your interest in the Executive Director position.

1. Please tell us about your faith journey.
2. What about Camp Shamineau attracts you to this position?
3. Tell us about a significant experience in your own leadership development, ministry/service involvement, and/or business experience that would translate to success in this role.
4. Describe a challenge or difficulty in your career or calling that has strengthened your leadership ability.
5. Using this document as your guide, look back over your career and describe how your experiences have prepared you for this position.
6. Describe what you believe is the unique role and responsibility of an Executive Director and how your background and experiences fit the values and passion of Camp Shamineau.
7. Describe your underlying philosophy, strategy, and model for an effective and exceptional organization.

Submit these responses (in WORD or .DOC format) along with your resume/CV to:

Mark Klingsheim– Managing Partner
mklingsheim@simapartners.com

Time:  Full-Time Year Round
Salary:  Paid
Category:  Executive Director

Updated: 7/22/2025 8:13:02 AM