At the American Diabetes Association (ADA), we are leading the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and working to improve the lives of those affected by it. Our dedicated employees are the energy driving us toward achieving our mission. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive environment where our employees are respected for the unique differences, talents, and experiences they bring to work with them every day.
Camp Directors will deliver summer camp programs and associated engagement activities. Our camps are one of the longest and premier programs of the ADA! The Camp Director will be a member of the Camp program team within the Program Management Office, focused on development and management of multiple residential and day-camp summer programs that require volunteer recruitment, camper and family recruitment, seasonal staff recruitment and training, risk and medical management, financial viability, stewardship of relationships and community engagement.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Execute the Camp program strategy and deliver multiple summer camp programs (day and residential) across the Country.
- Lead a minimum of six camp programs.
- Serve as a member of the national camp team to execute standards, Association policies, family stewardship plans and ensure sustainability of summer camp programs.
- Execute a plan for stewardship of key relationships including, but not limited to, pediatric endocrinology groups, pediatricians, children’s hospitals, schools, families and other community partners.
- Responsible for meeting revenue goals related to donated goods and services and program service fees across a portfolio of camp programs.
- Support quarterly program budget reviews (minimum) with stakeholders (Executive Director and Territory Vice Presidents) and managing expenses to budget across a portfolio of camps.
- Support content development and work with the Communications Team to ensure year-round communication with families.
- Willing to travel regularly and at peak delivery times (summer months) and reside on-site for the duration of all summer camp programs within the portfolio. Anticipated travel up to 100% June-August and 50% November-May.
- Manage the ordering, receiving and storing of all necessary supplies to execute a portfolio of camp programs.
- Execute the contracting processes for a portfolio of camp programs. Ensure facility contracts are reviewed and signed off by Legal and the appropriate supervisors.
- Implement Association medical, crisis, and risk management procedures.
- Execute long-term operations and business plan strategies to ensure sustainability of the camp programs.
- Execute the marketing and communications plan to increase brand awareness and participation in camp programs.
- Execute the database management process for campers, young adults, families, alumni, and donors, utilizing Association resources and CRM for a portfolio of camp programs.
- Attend Association and American Camping Association required trainings.
- Lead integrated stakeholder teams that drive success and may include Development and Stewardship, Marketing, Strategy, Communications, IT, Finance, Legal and Scientific & Medical Departments.
- Determine appropriate needs for seasonal and contract staff and support onboarding and training across a portfolio of camps.
- Implement other camp programs and engagement as determined as part of the camp program strategy.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience/work history in Health Education, Youth Development, Recreation, Public health, Health Administration, Business Administration, Project Management, or other related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of residential camp experience in a leadership or management role is required.
- Must be at least 25 years old, based on the American Camp Association accreditation requirements
- Experience in Project Management.
- Knowledge and experience in managing key relationships.
- Knowledge of business requirements for managing summer camp programs.
- Experience in volunteer recruitment, development, or management with an emphasis on camp program delivery.
- Knowledge of interpersonal and relationship-building strategies in one-on-one and group settings across all levels of corporate, medical and community leaders, volunteers and staff.
- Demonstrated ability to achieve desired outcomes while responding to changing circumstances and priorities.
- Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in computer-based information systems.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with variable hours including evenings and weekends.
- Ability to travel within the U.S. and the physical ability to move about the program properties in various environmental conditions.
- Strong desire to support people living with or at-risk-of diabetes.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Moves equipment weighing up to 20 pounds
WHY WORK HERE
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) offers a rewarding career working for one of the premier voluntary health organizations in the world supporting people with type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. Our employees like working at the ADA because of our mission, the inclusive environment, work-life balance, our benefits and our culture:
- Industry competitive base pay ranging from $55,000 - $60,000 for this role. Base offers are determined by several factors including but not limited to your relevant work experience, education, certifications, location, internal pay equity, etc.
- A culture of recognition including new hire welcome announcements, service anniversary awards, referral bonuses, monthly All Employee Assembly, appreciation awards
- Generous Paid Time Off, including holidays, vacation days, personal days and sick days
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), disability & life insurance, pet insurance and retirement savings
- Guided by our mission, we provide top tier diabetes supply coverage through our medical benefits program
- A company focus on offering mental health programs and work/life balance with most of our employees working remote
- Joining our dedicated team affords the gratification of knowing beyond a doubt that you will impact the lives and well-being of millions
