Seasonal Camp Manager

Carlisle, PA; Carlisle (Cumberland County); Hybrid; USD 21.000 - 34.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

On-site housing

Zusammenfassung

YMCA seeks a Seasonal Camp Manager to lead outdoor programs for youth and to drive volunteer committees, ensuring safe, innovative, and memorable experiences at Camp Thompson Resident Camp.

You will manage staff, uphold safety standards, and engage with families and the broader camp community, shaping youths into tomorrow’s leaders through immersive outdoor activities.

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years of outdoor programming or camp management experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to lead diverse teams.
• Flexibility to adapt in a dynamic environment with seasonal shifts.
• Valid state driver’s license required; age 25+ helpful for transportation duties.
• Lifeguarding certification or ability to obtain one.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic marketing/website knowledge.

Aufgaben

• Lead and develop seasonal and year-round outdoor programs.
• Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers and staff.
• Ensure health, safety, ACA standards and local regulations.
• Engage camp community and manage relationships with families and youth.
• Oversee staff meetings, observations, and feedback sessions.

Kenntnisse

Outdoor leadership

Volunteer management

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Project management

Flexibility

Lifeguarding

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Outdoor leadership experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Website knowledge

Marketing basics

Jobbeschreibung

As our next Seasonal Camp Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of camping for young adults. This role goes beyond managing programs—it’s about creating transformative experiences that inspire young people to become tomorrow’s leaders. You will drive multiple volunteer committees to deliver innovative, safe, and memorable outdoor adventures, leaving a lasting impact on campers, teens, volunteers, and families. Through your leadership, our outdoor programs will uphold the highest standards of safety and quality while deepening connections to nature, adventure, and service. Join us in this key position where your contributions will forge a legacy within the camping movement and beyond.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all staff, volunteers, parents, and campers feel valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives to our shared mission.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Camp Program Leadership: Develop and execute seasonal and year-round outdoor programs at Camp Thompson Resident Camp, including summer resident camp and day camp experiences.
• Volunteer Engagement and Development: Identify, recruit, and train volunteers to expand our reach and service to youth, ensuring a vibrant and sustainable volunteer network. Manage volunteer paperwork and conduct interviews for LITs and CITs.
• Health, Safety & Compliance: Ensure all camp programs and activities meet health, safety, ACA standards and applicable local and state regulations.
• Seasonal Staff Management: Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate seasonal camp staff to ensure high-quality camp experiences. Conduct regular staff meetings, activity observations and feedback sessions to support program success.
• Camp Community Engagement: Build and maintain relationships that support camp participation, outreach and utilization of the camp property for youth-focused camp activities..

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: 3+ years of successful experience in outdoor programming, camp management, or related fields. Documented High Ropes hours and training.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build positive relationships and lead diverse volunteer and staff teams. Strong organizational and time management skills, with a successful project management track record.
• Flexibility: Adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic environment where priorities may shift rapidly to serve our youth and volunteers best. Seasonally our 'busy time will be May-July 31. Opportunities to work rentals August-Oct. Hours will vary but will remain close to 40 each week.
• Licenses: A valid state driver's license is required. Age of 25+ is helpful to drive YMCA transportation\ program-related travel.
• Personality Traits: Motivated, innovative, and results-driven with a strong passion for youth development. Able to inspire and lead a diverse team while maintaining a collaborative and inclusive environment.
• Lifeguarding Certification: Must possess a current lifeguarding certification or able to obtain.
• Preferred Knowledge: Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word), marketing and website knowledge.

EDUCATION

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is strongly preferred.
• Significant life and work experience that demonstrate your ability to lead, manage outdoor programs, and make a meaningful impact in the camping community are also valued.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• On site housing is a must from June 29-July 31
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Frequently standing, walking and hiking over uneven terrain
• Capable of working in various Weather conditions
• Ability to participate in and demonstrate activities