Outdoor Programs Director — Youth & Recreation Leader

Ymca Of The Inland Northwest; Deer Park (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Insurance plans (Medical, Dental, and/

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

The YMCA of the Inland Northwest seeks a Camp Reed Outdoor Programs Director to lead Camp Reed programs, including the Challenge Course, rentals, health services, and traditional camp operations, ensuring high-quality experiences aligned with YMCA values.

You will supervise staff and volunteers, collaborate with Camp Reed leadership, and oversee safety policies, staffing, and scheduling to deliver engaging programs year-round, with a focus on growth and community impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in recreation, education, human services, business, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• May be substituted with four years of relevant experience.
• At least four years of related camp/recreation/youth development experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for Camp Reed programs and operations, including the Challenge Course, rentals and group experiences, summer health services, and assigned Traditional Camp operations.
• Supervise and evaluate assigned staff and volunteers.
• Ensure safety and compliance with YMCA, ACA, and ACCT standards; maintain appropriate staffing and documentation.
• Coordinate across program areas to support staffing, scheduling, and facility use for a consistent Camp Reed experience.
• Grow group rental and outdoor programming opportunities to increase year-round utilization and revenue.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in recreation, education, human services, business, or related field

Associate degree + 2 years related experience

Four years of relevant experience substitute

Job description

The YMCA of the Inland Northwest seeks a Camp Reed Outdoor Programs Director to lead Camp Reed programs, including the Challenge Course, rentals, health services, and traditional camp operations, ensuring high-quality experiences aligned with YMCA values.

You will supervise staff and volunteers, collaborate with Camp Reed leadership, and oversee safety policies, staffing, and scheduling to deliver engaging programs year-round, with a focus on growth and community impact.