Program Director Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association

Position Summary

Lead Meaningful Programmingina Historic ,Christ-Centered Seaside Retreat

Are you a ministry-minded leader who can bring spiritual vision, operational excellence, and thoughtful coordination to a diverse range of programs?

Doyouthrivewhenleadingstaffandvolunteers,buildingstronglocalpartnerships,andturningambitiousplans into meaningful, spiritual experiences for people of all generations?

The Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association is seeking a Christ-centered Program Director to lead event programming, spiritual formation opportunities, performing arts events, guest experiences, and recreational opportunities in one of the country’s longest-active camp meeting communities.

This is a distinctive senior leadership opportunity for someone who can honor OGCMA's rich, Christian heritage while bringing clarity, collaboration, and excellence to its year-round ministry programming.

Who We Are

Founded in 1869, Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association is a historic, year-round Christian community on the New Jersey shore. Rooted in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition, our mission is to be the seaside community where all generations can know and grow in Jesus through worship, education, community programming, and recreational activities.

OGCMAbringstogetherministry,hospitality,music,community events,recreation,andspiritualformationina setting unlike any other.

The Opportunity

The Program Directorprovidesstrategicandoperationalleadershipfortheprogramsandexperiencesthatbring  OGCMA's mission to life.

The central purpose of this role is to develop and lead cohesive, mission-aligned programming that helps people of all generations encounter Christian community, spiritual growth, meaningful culture, and recreation through OGCMA.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and working closely with the Program Chair and Program Committee, the Program Director ensures that programming reflects the mission, values, and strategic direction established by the Board of Trustees.

This leader will oversee a broad and highly visible portfolio of events, activities, and worship experiences. The role requires both a strategic, vision-driven perspective and the ability to ensure that complex programs are carefully planned and executed with excellence.

Programming Strategy and Ministry Alignment

• DevelopandoverseeacohesiveannualprogrammingstrategyalignedwithOGCMA's mission,theological heritage, and organizational priorities.
• WorkcloselywiththeCOO,Program Chair,Program Committee,staff,andministryleaderstoestablish priorities and coordinate programming across the organization.
• Evaluateprogramsandexperiencesformissionalignment,quality,participation,sustainability,and continued effectiveness.
• HonorthetraditionsthathaveshapedOGCMAwhileidentifyingthoughtfulopportunitiestostrengthenand improve programming.

Worship and Spiritual Formation

• Provideleadershipandcoordinationfor Sundaymorningandeveningworshipservices,Saturday evening services, weekday worship opportunities, and Gospel Musical Ministries.
• Leadspeakerselection,scheduling,hospitality,andrelatedlogistics.
• Oversee children's,youth,andotherspiritualformationprograms,supportingministrystaffandensuring alignment across generations.
• Coordinateretreatsandspecialministrygatherings,including the
  
  Women'sRetreat,Men'sRetreat,Nightof Worship, and Christmas in Ocean Grove.

Artsand Community Programming

• Leadtheplanningandcoordinationofconcertsandperformingeventssuchas Summer Stars ,Organ Concerts, Atlantic Wind Ensemble, and Summer Band.
• Oversee major community traditions and events, including the Independence Day (4th of July) Parade and Illumination Night.
• Buildproductiverelationshipswithartists,speakers,vendors,ministry partners,and community stakeholders.
• Ensurethatculturalandcommunityp…