National Camp Program Director — Remote Leadership & Impact

American Diabetes Association; United States; On-site; USD 126,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry competitive base pay

Generous PTO and benefits

Remote work flexibility

Travel opportunities up to 50%

Job summary

The American Diabetes Association is seeking a Managing Director to lead the National ADA Camping Program. This senior role directs the PMO, fostering collaboration across teams, managing budgets, and driving program delivery with a focus on safety and strategic alignment.

The role requires a 4-year degree, 10+ years in camp/youth program management, and travel up to 50%. Remote work within the United States is expected, with strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years of full-time, year-round camp/youth program management.
• Experience managing staff and volunteers, with supervisory responsibility.
• Experience in Emergency Management Response (2+ years).
• Ability to travel up to 50% as required.

Responsibilities

• Leads, operationalizes, and ensures safety of camps across the United States.
• Supervises ADA Camp team; implements standards and stewardship plans.
• Manages key relationships with pediatric endocrinology groups and partners.
• Meets revenue goals and develops budgets with cross‑functional teams.
• Coordinates communications with families, volunteers, and partners.
• Travel up to 50% during peak camp months; supports staff delivery.
• Hires, develops, and supervises camp staff; reviews contracts for legal.
• Leads risk management procedures and data management (Salesforce/UltraCamp).
• Represents ADA at trainings and conferences; cross‑functional collaboration.
• Defines onboarding and training for seasonal/contract staff with HR.

Skills

Hire top talent

Data-driven

Strategic alignment

Accountability

Fast-paced environment

Communication

Lead teams

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Change management

Collaboration

Planning

Attention to detail

Negotiation

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

10+ years camp/youth program management

Tools

Salesforce

UltraCamp

Job description

The American Diabetes Association is seeking a Managing Director to lead the National ADA Camping Program. This senior role directs the PMO, fostering collaboration across teams, managing budgets, and driving program delivery with a focus on safety and strategic alignment.

The role requires a 4-year degree, 10+ years in camp/youth program management, and travel up to 50%. Remote work within the United States is expected, with strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.