Director of Camper Engagement and Day Camp

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Director of Camper Engagement and Day Camp is responsible for leading all efforts related to camper recruitment, enrollment, and retention for YMCA Camp Cory, while also providing comprehensive leadership for the summer Day Camp Program. This year-round role is the primary driver of camp growth, executing strategies to engage new families and foster lasting relationships with legacy families to ensure their continuous participation through social media, in-person events, and strong marketing strategies. The position is responsible for demonstrating YMCA leadership competencies to ensure the mission, purpose, image and core values of the YMCA of Greater Rochester is conveyed.

Additional Comments/Information:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Develop and lead all camper recruitment strategies, focusing on year-round engagement, enrollment, and retention efforts. · Supervise summer Day Camp Program, ensuring a high-quality, safe, and positive experience for all participants. · Assist in the hiring, training, and development of the summer staff team, focusing on cultivating the skills necessary for program delivery and camper support. Support onboarding staff where necessary. · Provide support to ensure all program areas are ready for incoming campers, rental groups, and programs. · Responsible for accuracy, relevance, and continued development of social media presence. · Collaborate with Operations Manager in utilizing camper data for superior customer service and as a camper and staff marketing tool. · Assist Executive Director with department budget development and management. · Collaborate with Camp Ranger to ensure facility is safe and staff understand facility priorities: Cleanliness, Presentation, and Detail. · Assist in ensuring that all program operations are consistent with Association, DOH, and/or ACA procedures, including maintenance, emergency, accident, purchasing, personnel, and accounting systems. · Attend monthly meetings with Camp Cory Board of Management and serve as staff representative on assigned committees. · Attend all required training and meetings. Support total Association events as designated.

Requirements:

· High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree in recreation, physical education or related field preferred. · Must have at least two years working at a camp. · At least three years’ experience in a supervisory role with skills in recruiting, training and staff management. · Experience recruiting and engaging program participants required.

Suggested Experience:

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Details

Company: YMCA Camp Cory

Location: Penn Yan, NY

ACA Accredited: Yes

Time Frame: Year Round

Type of Position: Director

Day or Night: Day

Salary: $$62,350-$65,000 annually plus great benefits!

Application Deadline: