YMCA of the East Valley · 1 week ago
Executive Director-YMCA Camp Edwards
Angelus Oaks, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$85K/yr - $105K/yr
5+ years expYMCA of the East Valley is a $30M organization with 800+ employees, seeking an Executive Director for Camp Edwards. This role oversees all operations of the camp, focusing on program development, facility management, and community engagement to ensure a high-quality experience for campers.
Non Profit
Responsibilities
Oversees every aspect of the Camp branch's operations including program development, facility management, staff leadership, and community outreach
Re-engaging camp alumni and building a dynamic advisory board to support the camp’s unique needs and long-term success
Designs and implements engaging overnight camp programs and experiences that align with YMCA of the East Valley strategic plan
Ensures activities foster camper growth, community-building, and positive youth development in an overnight camp setting
Recruit, hire and manage a seasonal team of up to 40 program staff, 5 food service staff and 1 maintenance staff member
Creates, manages, and monitors the camp’s operational budget to achieve or surpass financial targets
Directs fundraising efforts for Camp Edwards, including launching annual campaign and engaging key volunteers and leaders to secure resources that support camp programs and facility improvements
Drives facility enhancement, understands and is knowledgeable of unique camp needs including fresh water supply, water storage, generators, septic and propane services
Leads efforts to re-establish and grow a local Camp Edwards advisory board
Implements the YMCA of the East Valley’s strategic plan at Camp Edwards by developing and executing an annual tactical camp operating plan
Acts as the primary spokesperson and advocate for Camp Edwards, building strong relationships with local organizations, government agencies, and community partners
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field required
The YMCA Organizational Leader certificate is required within three years from date of hire
5+ years of progressive overnight camp people and program leadership experience in the YMCA or another non-profit
Required to live at camp location all summer and travel to camp most weekends to lead weekend programs
Once housing is available Executive is expected to move on site fulltime year-round
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Current YMCA leadership certification strongly preferred (Team Leader or Multi-Team Leader)
Candidates with strong experience developing and expanding programs would find this opportunity especially rewarding
A solid facility management background
Familiarity with guiding projects through federal approval process and managing programs with little supervision and oversight
Company
YMCA of the East Valley
YMCA of the East Valley is a nonprofit organization dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and community service.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-12-05
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