Program Director: Worship, Youth & Community Impact (Remote)

MinistryList; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

13 holidays

Free beach access

Flexible/remote work options

Job summary

Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association is seeking a Christ-centered Program Director to lead worship, spiritual formation, educational, cultural, community and recreational programming in a historic seaside community.

The role emphasizes year-round program development, staff leadership, and budget management, with focus on guest experiences and major events in a full-time setting.

Qualifications

• Committed follower of Christ who agrees with OGCMA’s Statement of Faith
• Bachelor’s degree in theology, ministry, nonprofit management, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Experience in ministry/nonprofit program planning and evaluation
• Proven staff and volunteer leadership experience
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills
• Budget management experience
• Servant-hearted, collaborative leadership style
• MDiv or MTh preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead mission-aligned, year-round programming
• Coordinate worship services, retreats, conferences, and spiritual formation programs
• Oversee children’s and youth programs
• Plan concerts, performing arts, and signature community events
• Lead and develop staff, ministry leaders, and volunteers
• Manage program budgets, vendors, schedules, and operations
• Collaborate with Communications, Finance, Operations, and Development teams
• Oversee guest experiences and recreational programs

Skills

Staff leadership

Project management

Budget management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in theology, ministry, nonprofit management, or related field

MDiv or MTh preferred

Job description

Program Director
Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association | Full-Time | Ocean Grove, NJ

Lead Programs & Spiritual Experiences
Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association (OGCMA) is seeking a Christ-centered Program Director to lead worship, spiritual formation, educational, cultural, community, and recreational programming in a historic Christian seaside community.

Founded in 1869, OGCMA is a year-round Christian community rooted in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition, with a mission to help all generations know and grow in Jesus.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead mission-aligned, year-round programming
• Coordinate worship services, retreats, conferences, and spiritual formation programs
• Oversee children’s and youth programs
• Plan concerts, performing arts, and signature community events
• Lead and develop staff, ministry leaders, and volunteers
• Manage program budgets, vendors, schedules, and operations
• Collaborate with Communications, Finance, Operations, and Development teams
• Oversee guest experiences and recreational programs

Qualifications

• Committed follower of Christ who agrees with OGCMA’s Statement of Faith
• Bachelor’s degree in theology, ministry, nonprofit management, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Experience in ministry/nonprofit program planning and evaluation
• Proven staff and volunteer leadership experience
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills
• Budget management experience
• Servant-hearted, collaborative leadership style
• MDiv or MTh preferred

Schedule & Compensation
Full-time, year-round position with increased on-campus involvement during the summer season, including worship services, concerts, weekend programs, and major events.

Salary: $80,000–$115,000, based on experience
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan, paid vacation, 13 holidays, free beach access, and flexible/remote work options.

Pre-employment requirements include background check, fingerprinting, abuse prevention training, and required employment documentation.