Director of Launch Camp

Location: Van

This position is critical to the ministry of Sky Ranch and contributes directly to our mission of leading youth and families to know and follow Christ. The Director of Launch (Day) Camp Ministries plays a pivotal role in advancing the mission of Sky Ranch by leading the day camp ministry known as Launch Camp. This position is integral to shaping the culture, content, and execution of the day camp experience, ensuring both staff and camper engagement are aligned with Sky Ranch’s core values of leading youth and families to know and follow Christ.

The Director is responsible for overseeing the development and delivery of curriculum and programming that is consistent with Sky Ranch’s Life Map, while also managing the overall day camp summer staff experience and camper care. This role collaborates closely with direct reports, operations teams in Dallas and Van, TX, as well as the sales and marketing teams, to ensure the ministry’s success.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


Leadership and Staff Development:

• Establish clear goals and objectives for the Day Camp ministry known as Launch Camp and ensure its alignment with Sky Ranch’s mission.
• Provide strategic leadership to direct reports, offering coaching and guidance to support their professional growth and development.
• Monitor, evaluate, and provide constructive feedback to direct reports, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and create opportunities for ongoing staff development.

Camper Experience and Care:

• Ensure the safety, well-being, and spiritual growth of all day camp campers through high-quality programming and attentive care.
• Serve as a key point of contact for camper families, addressing concerns and responding to feedback as needed.
• Oversee camper-related surveys, tracking feedback and implementing improvements based on input from families and campers.

Program Leadership and Execution:

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive training for both full-time and summer staff to equip them for effective ministry.
• Collaborate with Dallas, TX and Van, TX Operations Teams to plan, organize, and execute the day camp experience ensuring alignment with the overall Life Map goals and values.
• Oversee and manage the operations of all day camp program opening days and closing shows.
• Maintain an active presence at our day camp locations to provide leadership, support, and oversight throughout the camp season.
• Prepare and manage budgets for the day camp programs, ensuring financial resources are allocated efficiently and that all expenses are tracked and reported to the accounting department in a timely manner.
• Working with other Summer Camp Ministry Directors; develop and implement a compelling summer theme, including oversight of the production of necessary videos and other promotional materials to enhance the day camp experience.
• Coordinate and train day camp ministry leaders and content deliverers for impactful ministry moments during camp sessions.
• Plan, oversee and execute all necessary non-summer program efforts as needed.
• Oversee the creation and final approval of all content and resource materials, ensuring they are accessible and aligned with Sky Ranch’s mission and values.

Operational Planning and Process Improvement:

• Implement systems and processes to ensure the effective evaluation of operational procedures, forecasting, and design of the day camp ministry.
• Develop strategies to improve day camp procedures, ensuring scalability and sustainability as Sky Ranch continues to grow.
• Support in the operational logistics of day camp programs as needed by communicating to the Dallas Operations Team needs including but not limited to housing, food and transportation.

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