Camp Director
CHRISTIAN CAMP AND CONFERENCE ASSOCIATION, Oregon, WI, United States
Role Summary
The Camp Director provides comprehensive leadership for all operations, programming, facilities, staff, guest experience, administration, and seasonal transitions at New Life Island. This role combines responsibility for physical infrastructure, summer camp and retreat programming, staff recruitment and supervision, communications, registrations, and organizational coordination. The Camp Director serves as the primary on‑site leader and is accountable for the overall success, safety, sustainability, and mission alignment of the camp year‑round. This is a highly demanding, multi‑disciplinary leadership role requiring broad technical expertise, strong relational leadership, and the ability to manage complex seasonal workflows.
Primary Responsibilities Facilities and Property Operations
Oversee all camp buildings, cabins, grounds, and infrastructure
Lead seasonal de‑winterization and winterization of the entire property
Perform and oversee routine maintenance, inspections, and safety checks
Manage plumbing, electrical, carpentry, pool systems, vehicles, and equipment
Coordinate contractors for major maintenance, tree removal, septic, and utilities
Manage propane, gasoline, trash, and service vendors
Oversee capital projects and facility improvements
Prepare facilities for summer camp, retreats, and guest groups
Respond to emergency facility issues and breakdowns
Program Leadership and Execution
Design, plan, and execute all summer camp programming
Plan and facilitate retreat programming when applicable
Coordinate speakers, worship leaders, activities, and schedules
Lead opening and closing ceremonies
Adapt programming in response to weather, staffing, and camper needs
Ensure a safe, engaging, and mission‑aligned camper experience
Staff Recruitment, Training, and Supervision
Recruit, hire, onboard, and supervise all seasonal and support staff
Conduct interviews, background checks, contracts, and staff documentation
Lead staff training, orientation, and spiritual formation
Provide ongoing coaching, discipline, and evaluation
Manage staff scheduling and coverage throughout the season
Develop future leaders and maintain staff morale
Guest Experience and Retreat Operations
Serve as primary contact for retreat and guest groups
Coordinate bookings, schedules, logistics, and expectations
Host retreat groups on‑site and address guest needs
Oversee meals, activities, and transitions during retreats
Resolve guest concerns and maintain hospitality standards
Administration and Operations
Oversee camp registrations and camper communications
Maintain camp website content and basic social media updates
Manage IT systems including registrations, email, file storage, and passwords
Prepare seasonal calendars and operational schedules
Track program participation and outcomes
Financial and Organizational Oversight
Prepare and manage the annual camp budget
Monitor expenses and cash flow throughout the year
Approve routine and emergency spendingOversee staff payroll coordination
Provide regular financial and operational reports to the board
Development and External Relations
Support fundraising efforts including donor communication and events
Assist with thanking donors and reporting impact
Represent the camp to churches, partners, and community groups
Promote camp programs through visits, presentations, and outreach
Board and Strategic Leadership
Prepare reports and updates for board meetings
Participate in strategic planning and long‑term visioning
Identify future staffing and infrastructure needs
Ensure alignment with mission, values, and governance policies
Skills and Qualifications
Active, growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ
Alignment with New Life Island’s mission, values, and beliefs
Demonstrated experience in facilities and maintenance management
Camp or retreat program leadership
Staff recruitment and supervision
Budgeting and financial oversight
Communications and administrative systems
Strong leadership, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
Ability to manage high‑intensity seasonal workloads
Comfort with both hands‑on labor and strategic decision‑making
Availability for evenings, weekends, emergencies, and seasonal peaks
Position Requirements and Notes
Full‑time, year‑round role with significant seasonal intensity
On‑site housing required
On‑call availability for facility and program emergencies
Responsibilities beyond this description will regularly arise
Job Details Time:
Full‑Time Year Round Salary:
Paid Category:
Executive Director
Job Contact Matthew Carpenter (610) 294‑9644
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Primary Responsibilities Facilities and Property Operations
Oversee all camp buildings, cabins, grounds, and infrastructure
Lead seasonal de‑winterization and winterization of the entire property
Perform and oversee routine maintenance, inspections, and safety checks
Manage plumbing, electrical, carpentry, pool systems, vehicles, and equipment
Coordinate contractors for major maintenance, tree removal, septic, and utilities
Manage propane, gasoline, trash, and service vendors
Oversee capital projects and facility improvements
Prepare facilities for summer camp, retreats, and guest groups
Respond to emergency facility issues and breakdowns
Program Leadership and Execution
Design, plan, and execute all summer camp programming
Plan and facilitate retreat programming when applicable
Coordinate speakers, worship leaders, activities, and schedules
Lead opening and closing ceremonies
Adapt programming in response to weather, staffing, and camper needs
Ensure a safe, engaging, and mission‑aligned camper experience
Staff Recruitment, Training, and Supervision
Recruit, hire, onboard, and supervise all seasonal and support staff
Conduct interviews, background checks, contracts, and staff documentation
Lead staff training, orientation, and spiritual formation
Provide ongoing coaching, discipline, and evaluation
Manage staff scheduling and coverage throughout the season
Develop future leaders and maintain staff morale
Guest Experience and Retreat Operations
Serve as primary contact for retreat and guest groups
Coordinate bookings, schedules, logistics, and expectations
Host retreat groups on‑site and address guest needs
Oversee meals, activities, and transitions during retreats
Resolve guest concerns and maintain hospitality standards
Administration and Operations
Oversee camp registrations and camper communications
Maintain camp website content and basic social media updates
Manage IT systems including registrations, email, file storage, and passwords
Prepare seasonal calendars and operational schedules
Track program participation and outcomes
Financial and Organizational Oversight
Prepare and manage the annual camp budget
Monitor expenses and cash flow throughout the year
Approve routine and emergency spendingOversee staff payroll coordination
Provide regular financial and operational reports to the board
Development and External Relations
Support fundraising efforts including donor communication and events
Assist with thanking donors and reporting impact
Represent the camp to churches, partners, and community groups
Promote camp programs through visits, presentations, and outreach
Board and Strategic Leadership
Prepare reports and updates for board meetings
Participate in strategic planning and long‑term visioning
Identify future staffing and infrastructure needs
Ensure alignment with mission, values, and governance policies
Skills and Qualifications
Active, growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ
Alignment with New Life Island’s mission, values, and beliefs
Demonstrated experience in facilities and maintenance management
Camp or retreat program leadership
Staff recruitment and supervision
Budgeting and financial oversight
Communications and administrative systems
Strong leadership, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
Ability to manage high‑intensity seasonal workloads
Comfort with both hands‑on labor and strategic decision‑making
Availability for evenings, weekends, emergencies, and seasonal peaks
Position Requirements and Notes
Full‑time, year‑round role with significant seasonal intensity
On‑site housing required
On‑call availability for facility and program emergencies
Responsibilities beyond this description will regularly arise
Job Details Time:
Full‑Time Year Round Salary:
Paid Category:
Executive Director
Job Contact Matthew Carpenter (610) 294‑9644
#J-18808-Ljbffr