Director of Camp Cedar Glen

The United Methodist Church; Julian (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The California-Pacific Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church seeks a Director of Camp Cedar Glen in Julian, CA to lead operations, ministry and program development. The role manages staff, facilities, safety and financial planning to create a welcoming, faith-centered camp experience for campers, guests, volunteers and staff.

You will supervise staff, maintain site quality, develop partnerships with churches and community groups, oversee budgets and publicity, ensure regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years in a comparable position.
• Passion for people, camping, and outdoors.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving with a hospitality focus.
• Ability to manage operating budgets and coordinate administrative processes.
• Ability to promote camp programs within and beyond the United Methodist connection.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily camp operations, ensuring a welcoming, safe experience for guests, staff, and volunteers.
• Maintain camp buildings, grounds, equipment, and utility systems; perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate camp staff and volunteers.
• Coordinate work schedules, timekeeping, and foster a collaborative environment.
• Manage administrative operations, budgets, and records.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, federal, and industry standards (e.g., AHCA/ACA, OSHA).
• Prepare reports, inventories, and manuals; conduct seasonal evaluations.
• Develop strategies to market camp programs, increase site utilization, and build church/community partnerships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time Management

Problem-Solving

Emotional Intelligence

Hospitality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management

5+ years in similar role

Tools

Microsoft Office

Preventive maintenance software

Job description

The California-Pacific Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church is seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Camp Cedar Glen, located in the scenic mountain community of Julian, California. This leadership position oversees camp operations, including ministry and program development, staff supervision, facility management, and financial planning. The Camp Director plays a vital role in creating a welcoming, safe, and enriching environment for campers, guests, staff, and volunteers while fostering meaningful experiences that promote Christian community and spiritual growth.

Essential Functions:

• Oversee daily camp operations, ensuring a welcoming, safe, and positive experience for guests, staff, and volunteers.
• Oversee and actively participate in the maintenance and upkeep of camp buildings, grounds, equipment, and utility systems to ensure a safe, clean, and operational environment. Coordinate and perform routine maintenance and repairs as needed, including preventive maintenance and proper equipment care.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate camp staff and volunteers.
• Coordinate work schedules, delegate responsibilities, oversee timekeeping, and foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Manage administrative operations, develop and monitor operating and capital budgets, and maintain accurate records.
• Ensure the camp site is in continual compliance with local, county, state, federal and industry regulations and standards, including, but not limited to, those of the Department of Environmental Health, State Fire Marshal, local fire agency, insurance companies, OSHA, Building and Safety, and American Camp Association.
• Prepare and maintain administrative, financial, operational, and facility reports and records; develop business correspondence and procedure manuals; and complete seasonal evaluations, inventories, and recommendations for future improvements.
• Develop and implement strategies to promote camp programs and facilities, increase site utilization, coordinate bookings, and build relationships with churches, community organizations, prospective guests, other camp directors, districts, and leaders within the United Methodist connection.
• Oversee publicity via the camp website and electronic communications with UM congregations and other camp user groups. Ensure that updated and engaging publicity is consistently available on the camp website.
• Collaborate with Conference leadership, ministry teams, and community partners to support and enhance camp programs, activities, and retreat experiences aligned with the mission and values of The United Methodist Church.
• Assist in planning and coordinating fundraising activities and initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies:

• Communication: Communicate, verbally and in writing, with clarity, consistency, and respect toward employees, clients, and supervisor.
• Problem-Solving: Identify challenges quickly, analyze root causes, and implement practical solutions.
• Time Management: Organize tasks, set priorities, and meet project deadlines consistently.
• Leadership: Guide others, foster trust, and taking personal accountability for outcomes.
• Emotional Intelligence / Empathy: Understand and respond constructively to the feelings and needs of employees, clients, and supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Recreation Management or related field, or a minimum of five years of experience in a comparable position.
• Genuine passion for people, camping, and outdoors is required.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to hospitality.
• Ability to develop and manage operating budgets, maintain accurate records, coordinate administrative processes, and balance multiple priorities.
• Ability to promote and publicize camp programs and ministries through personal contact, website, and electronic communications both within the United Methodist connection and to groups outside the UM Church.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to build positive relationships with churches, guests, volunteers, and community partners and support outreach and camp utilization.
• Competent working knowledge of Microsoft office [Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook] and preventative maintenance software.
• Current knowledge or willingness to learn the polity and theology of The United Methodist Church and policies of the California-Pacific Annual Conference is required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain applicable safety, first aid, and site-specific certificates.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical ability to participate in activities, run, climb, swim, or lift and work outside in all weather conditions.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Additional Considerations:

• Exempt, on-site position requiring a flexible schedule, occasional travel, and the ability to respond promptly to operational needs.

California Pacific Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks and encourages applications from minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities. All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully completing background, reference, and other applicable checks.

No Staffing Agencies or Recruitment Firms

Organization: California-Pacific Conference