Camp Director

• Provide year-round leadership and operational oversight of Camp Big Bear, including facilities, programs, staffing, group leasing, and guest experience
• Manage Camp Big Bear facilities and grounds to ensure safety, regulatory compliance, seasonal readiness, and high-quality experiences for campers and guests
• Plan and oversee facility inspections, maintenance, vendor coordination, capital projects, food service operations, and relationships with city and regulatory agencies
• Lead the planning, delivery, and evaluation of Santa Monica Family YMCA camp programs, including summer resident camps, family camps, and specialty weekends
• Recruit, train, supervise, and support seasonal staff, international staff, and volunteers while fostering a fun, inclusive, and mission-driven camp culture
• Oversee camper registration, staffing plans, transportation logistics, safety training, and parent communication
• Ensure compliance with ACA accreditation standards, YMCA policies, and all safety, risk management, and emergency preparedness requirements
• Develop, implement, and manage the annual camp budget, monitoring financial performance and identifying needs related to facilities, staffing, and programming
• Lead group leasing operations, including marketing, acquisition, scheduling, contracts, and on-site coordination for external groups and retreats
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families, volunteers, donors, board members, community partners, and leasing clients
• Serve as staff liaison to Camp Big Bear committees, board retreats, donor tours, and special engagement events
• Support the Santa Monica Family YMCA's Annual Campaign and participate in association-wide initiatives, training, and events
• Represent Camp Big Bear as a visible ambassador of the YMCA mission and values
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required
• equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Minimum five years of experience in camp leadership, outdoor recreation, or residential program management
• Demonstrated ability to manage year-round camp facilities, infrastructure and grounds maintenance
• Knowledge of safety compliance, risk management, emergency preparedness and ACA/YMCA standards
• Experience planning and delivering high-quality camp programming for youth, families and specialty groups
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required (or within the first 30 days) from one of the following: American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or American Safety & Health Institute

Y-USA Leader Certification preferred

• Housing provided (3 Bed/3Bath) + Utilities
• 100% Medical Benefits covered (Employee Only)
• Dental
• Vision
• 12% Retirement
• Room and Board Provided