Program Director Job at Buckeye Valley Family YMCA (Middleville)

Program Director

Buckeye Valley Family YMCA

Location:
United States , Middleville

Category:
Hospitality and Tourism

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

43000.00 - 53000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Camp Program Director is accountable for components of the summer overnight, day camp, retreats, and outdoor education programs. Under the guidance of the Senior Program Director, this position is part of the team responsible for marketing, planning, developing, supervising and coordinating a high-quality Summer Camp, Retreat, and Outdoor Education Programs. In addition, this position is directly accountable for overseeing all Waterfront aspects of the camp program and providing relevant training and oversight during the season. This position requires face-to-face leadership in these programs and involves early morning, evening, and weekend responsibilities. If the staff person is on duty, staying on-site is required.

Job Responsibility:

Develops, implements, and evaluates the Summer Camp program, Retreat and Outdoor Education summer weekend programming, and aquatics programs
Ensures that all evaluations, incident reports, and other written documents are completed in a timely manner
Establishes and maintains good public relations with patrons, parents, and children using camp facilities
Works with the staff team to promote all camp programs and growth
Oversees Camp inventory management and maintenance of program storage areas
Manages curriculum development for assigned program areas
Develops, recruits for, and implements a year-round Teen Leadership Program
Serves as an on-call representative during weekend rentals as part of camp’s MOD rotation
Oversees the Camp Manitou-Lin Waterfront Coordinator, and all aquatics and boating-based trainings and in-services
Designs and implements all theme-based programs and evening programs, maintains inventory of camp program supplies
Assist with the coordination of activities and operations between camp departments as they relate to the retreat and outdoor education programs and the camp in general such as assigned host coverage
Assists in the coordination of ACA guidelines and accreditation
Oversees all hiring, onboarding, and recruitment of a diverse set of staff and volunteers, directly leads Junior Camp Counselor hiring
plans, assigns, and directs work
rewards and disciplines staff
addresses complaints and resolves problems
Carries out supervisory and payroll responsibilities in accordance with the Association’s policies and applicable laws
Assists staff in identifying and meeting all development needs with action plans built into the next fiscal year budget
Creates and leads staff training programs
Manages the development of the budget for assigned departments
manages and monitors expenses and financials
Assists with leading staff giving initiatives for the Annual Campaign
Increases awareness of YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin through participation in Association and community events, and speaking engagements
Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree (BA, BS) from four year college or university
three to five years experience working in an camp setting
two summers of camp experience in either a day or resident camp setting
experience with computers, including personal computer applications such as database and word processing
Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles
Desire and ability to work and live outdoors with children
YMCA and camp experience preferred
Blood Borne Pathogen training
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification required within the first 60 days
First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days
State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)
American Red Cross Lifeguarding required within 180 days of hire
American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor required or able to become certified within the first 180 days of employment
Michigan Chauffeurs driver license required within 60 days of employment

What we offer:

On-site housing is included and required during the summer season and when groups are on-site in the fall and spring
Room and Board Provided

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 22, 2026

Expiration:
February 02, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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