Camp Director

Job Location:

California Pacific Annual Conference - Pasadena, CA, Salary Range: $73000.00 - $75500.00

Salary, Director of Camp Cedar Glen

The California-Pacific Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church is seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Camp Cedar Glen, located in the scenic mountain community of Julian, California. This leadership position oversees camp operations, including ministry and program development, staff supervision, facility management, and financial planning. The Camp Director plays a vital role in creating a welcoming, safe, and enriching environment for campers, guests, staff, and volunteers while fostering meaningful experiences that promote Christian community and spiritual growth.

• Oversee daily camp operations, ensuring a welcoming, safe, and positive experience for guests, staff, and volunteers.
• Oversee and actively participate in the maintenance and upkeep of camp buildings, grounds, equipment, and utility systems to ensure a safe, clean, and operational environment. Coordinate and perform routine maintenance and repairs as needed, including preventive maintenance and proper equipment care.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate camp staff and volunteers.
• Coordinate work schedules, delegate responsibilities, oversee timekeeping, and foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Manage administrative operations, develop and monitor operating and capital budgets, and maintain accurate records.
• Ensure the camp site is in continual compliance with local, county, state, federal and industry regulations and standards, including, but not limited to, those of the Department of Environmental Health, State Fire Marshal, local fire agency, insurance companies, OSHA, Building and Safety, and American Camp Association.
• Prepare and maintain administrative, financial, operational, and facility reports and records; develop business correspondence and procedure manuals; and complete seasonal evaluations, inventories, and recommendations for future improvements.
• Develop and implement strategies to promote camp programs and facilities, increase site utilization, coordinate bookings, and build relationships with churches, community organizations, prospective guests, other camp directors, districts, and leaders within the United Methodist connection.
• Oversee publicity via the camp website and electronic communications with UM congregations and other camp user groups. Ensure that updated and engaging publicity is consistently available on the camp website.
• Collaborate with Conference leadership, ministry teams, and community partners to support and enhance camp programs, activities, and retreat experiences aligned with the mission and values of The United Methodist Church.
• Assist in planning and coordinating fundraising activities and initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Communication:
  Communicate, verbally and in writing, with clarity, consistency, and respect toward employees, clients, and supervisor.
• Problem-Solving:
  Identify challenges quickly, analyze root causes, and implement practical solutions.
• Time Management:
  Organize tasks, set priorities, and meet project deadlines consistently.
• Leadership:
  Guide others, foster trust, and taking personal accountability for outcomes.
• Emotional Intelligence / Empathy:
  Understand and respond constructively to the feelings and needs of employees, clients, and supervisor.

• Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Recreation Management or related field, or a minimum of five years of experience in a comparable position.
• Genuine passion for people, camping, and outdoors is required.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with…