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Camp Program Director

United States, Burlington Employment contract 57000.00 - 60000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted May 28, 2026
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The Camp Program Director coordinates and directs the program use of YMCA Camp MacLean with primary focus on group services 'Outdoor Education' while also supporting the resident camp director role. Ensure the safety and welfare of all campers and carry out the mission of YMCA Camp MacLean. The Program Director also fosters positive relationships with schools, groups, and community partners to enhance participation, and provides leadership in creating engaging, inclusive, and mission-driven program experiences.

Job Responsibility

  • Coordinates and directs the program use of YMCA Camp MacLean with primary focus on group services 'Outdoor Education' while also supporting the resident camp director role
  • Ensure the safety and welfare of all campers and carry out the mission of YMCA Camp MacLean
  • Fosters positive relationships with schools, groups, and community partners to enhance participation
  • Provides leadership in creating engaging, inclusive, and mission-driven program experiences

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree plus a minimum of two seasons of outdoor education and/or YMCA resident camp & group service leadership experience
  • Experience or knowledge in environmental and experiential education
  • Must have experience in leading seasonal camp staff
  • Previous training/experience in high ropes courses and adventure/challenge programs
  • Lifeguard certification highly recommended
  • Must be energetic person committed to the YMCA mission
  • Willing to work a flexible schedule to include nights, holidays and weekends
  • This position requires excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills

Nice to have

  • Experience or knowledge in environmental and experiential education
  • Previous training/experience in high ropes courses and adventure/challenge programs
  • Lifeguard certification
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