Strategic Director, Youth Camps & Events Programs

The Headfirst Companies

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Transportation benefits

Job summary

The Headfirst Companies is searching for a Director for its Youth Camps & Events division. This senior role includes overseeing strategy and performance for summer camps and sports events, ensuring top-notch customer experience, operational readiness, and compliance.

The Director will manage a high-performing team and be responsible for achieving financial goals while collaborating across functions to drive strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of leadership experience in experiential services.
  • 3+ years managing teams, including performance management.
  • Experience in P&L ownership and achieving revenue goals.
  • Expertise in operational planning and KPI management.
  • Experience with core business systems and data integrity.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee divisional strategy, planning, and performance.
  • Drive customer experience, safety, and program quality.
  • Manage full-time Youth Camps & Events team.
  • Lead systems and reporting practices for program delivery.
  • Build cross-functional partnerships to align strategies.

Skills

Leadership
Operational planning
P&L management
Team management
Data analysis
Communication

Job description

The Headfirst Companies is searching for a Director for its Youth Camps & Events division. This senior role includes overseeing strategy and performance for summer camps and sports events, ensuring top-notch customer experience, operational readiness, and compliance.

The Director will manage a high-performing team and be responsible for achieving financial goals while collaborating across functions to drive strategic initiatives.

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