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YMCA of Northern Colorado & Southern Wyoming · 2 months ago

2026 - YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake Program Director

Ward, CO

Part-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$675/wk - $675/wk

1+ years exp

YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake is seeking a program expert and leader to guide our amazing campers and staff at our picturesque overnight and day camp. The Program Director coordinates frontline summer staff to ensure high-quality programs and transformative experiences for campers.

Non-profit Organization Management

Responsibilities

Assists the Day Camp and Resident Camp with the daily programmatic needs of camp, including overseeing high quality, progressive programming and staff and camper schedules

Directly supervises a Day Camp Counselors on a weekly basis

Reports to the Day Camp Director

Works closely with the Challenge Course Coordinator, Waterfront Coordinator, Teen Leadership Coordinator, and Unit Coordinators to support the implementation of high-quality programming

Works closely with the Logistics & Communications Coordinator to ensure that frontline summer staff are communicated with daily

Works alongside the Assistant Resident Camp Director to ensure all programming complies with Colorado state licensing, ACA, and Association standards

Lives in yurt, cabin, or glamping tent accommodations

Identifies and communications needs of any program facilities and equipment that needs improvement

Assists with the implementation of programmatic elements in all-staff orientation

Assists with Day Camp Check in and out as needed

Supports the Day Camp Director during Colorado State licensing and inspections, ACA preparation and visitation

Assists with the evaluations of frontline summer staff members; observes individual performances and appraises their effectiveness

Incorporates the mission, philosophy, and five core values of the YMCA in all communication with participants and co-workers

Maintains an open, friendly, professional relationship with staff, parents, participants, and the community

Supports weekend excursions and activities on and off site for seasonal staff members

Drives Y vehicles on-site as needed

Maintains regular and timely communications with supervisor and other camp employees

Participates in all staff meetings

Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualification

Program coordinationStaff supervisionChildcare experienceOutdoor activity planningYMCA program certificationsDiversity awarenessCommunication skillsLeadership skillsTeam collaboration

Required

21+ years old required

Experience in overnight or day camp required

Must have a valid US driving license

Completion of Child Abuse Prevention for Supervisory Staff, Staff Training, WFA, CPR, AED, Bloodborne Pathogens, Leave No Trace Level 1 Instructor

Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community

Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings

Preferred

One to two years related experience preferred

Lifeguard certification is a plus

Completion of YMCA program-specific certifications

Benefits

(10+ hours/week) Free Family Membership

(10+ hours/week) Program discounts

Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Sick Time

Childcare benefits of more than $5000 are considered taxable income and will be processed accordingly. Limitations and restrictions apply to some programs.