Camp Director

Responsible for the operation and oversight of Camp Hantesa, including community user groups, summer camp (day and overnight), and other out-of-school time programs.

Camp Fire is an inclusive youth development organization founded with the intention of connecting kids with nature and helping them develop the skills needed for a happy, healthy life now and into the future. Our Mission:
Growing up is hard. That’s why Camp Fire connects young people to the outdoors, to others, and to themselves. Our Vision:
We envision a world where all young people thrive and have equitable opportunities for self-discovery, community connection, and engagement with nature. How We Do It:
Camp Fire creates safe spaces where young people can have fun and be themselves. We do this through a variety of powerful youth experiences and programs including Community Clubs, Before- and After-School Care, Out-of-School Time Programs, Day and Overnight Camps, and Teen Leadership Development – collectively serving more than 1,500 central Iowa youth every year.

CLASSIFICATION: Full-time, exempt

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the operation and oversight of Camp Hantesa, including community user groups, summer camp (day and overnight), and other out-of-school time programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Youth Services, Outdoor Recreation, or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of related experience in youth programs or nonprofit field.
• Knowledge of youth program standards and activities.
• Experience planning and facilitating youth programs.
• Experience in supervisory role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience working with youth of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate with children, teens, parents/guardians, donors, volunteers, and alumni in an enthusiastic and positive manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Good character, integrity, patience, and adaptability.
• Have, or have the ability to obtain:
• First Aid/CPR and Mandatory Reporter certifications
• Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions.

• Use of hands, fingers, arms, feet and legs to perform daily duties.
• Ability to speak and hear.
• Significant sitting, standing, walking, and physical activity.
• Significant amount of time spent outdoors.
• Ability to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds.
• Ability to constantly interact with the public in a professional manner.
• Ability to perform professionally in stressful situations.
• Ability to follow proper wearing, cleaning and/or replacement procedures of Personal Protective equipment (masks, gloves, etc.) all day in all climates.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid/CPR. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, water rescue, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
• Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate camp equipment and activities.
• Willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering programs in the facility available.
• Operate with daily exposure to sun and heat and varying weather conditions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Be a positive role model for youth in language, dress, behavior, and attitude.
• Bring an equity-lens to all programs and services, in line with organizational values, and representing Camp Fire as an inclusive leader in youth development.
• Design, deliver, and evaluate high-quality out-of-school time (OST) programs including day camps, before- and after-school, weekend, family, community club, and overnight programs.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate part-time, seasonal, and professional…