Nestled on 70+ acres in northern Frederick County, MD, Camp West Mar offers 4 sleeping cabins, and a variety of amenities and rental options. Just a few include: a game and rec cabin (pool table, tv for DVDs, foosball, tables for crafts and games, couches), amphitheater, slingshot range, archery range, spider web and no-harness climbing wall, asphalt sports court with fencing, hammock village, sand volleyball court, multi use sports field, gaga ball, creek, walking and hiking trails, high ropes big swing, low ropes, pond for canoeing and fishing, shallow water outdoor swimming pool, large outdoor pavilion with stage and sound system (can seat up to 120 undercover), dining hall with commercial kitchen and indoor seating, bath house.
Under the direction of the Executive Director of Camps, the Director of Camp West Mar is
responsible for overseeing the development of all operational areas of Camp West Mar. This
position will be responsible for recruitment, training and support of all assigned staff in delivering
the highest level of programming to YMCA members, guests and program participants through
experienced, quality, efficient and courteous delivery of services. The Director of Camp West Mar
will serve as a member of the Leadership Team for the YMCA of Frederick County association and
will be integral in strategic planning and development.
- Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
- Minimum of two years staff management experience.
- Passionate belief in the Y’s cause of nurturing the potential of all youth, supporting healthy
living for all people and finding ways to help and support our community. - Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic
segments of the community. - Strong communication, networking and collaboration skills.
- Excellent team builder and team player, ability to work in a self-directed fashion.
- Strong interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills, capable of working effectively with
board members, staff members and volunteers. - Effective budgetary and programmatic performance.
- Knowledge and understanding of community resources and how to relate these to maximize
their utilization to help meet YMCA goals. - Enthusiasm, high energy and exceptional human relation and motivational skills
- Staff Development:
- Work in conjunction with HR to recruit, hire, train and develop personnel and volunteers as
needed. - Supervise, and schedule staff team as needed.
- Develop performance standards for all direct reports, conduct annual performance reviews.
- Work in conjunction with HR to recruit, hire, train and develop personnel and volunteers as
- Core Dept Areas of Responsibility:
- Directly manage all programming and membership efforts to support membership growth
and retention. - Must maintain a healthy relationship with key departments that help to support Membership
and program areas. - Serves as a leader of customer-focused camping operation. Provides exemplary leadership
in camper recruitment, service, and superior retention efforts. - Develops and maintains contacts in the community with business and civic leaders,
interpreting the work of Camp West Mar, soliciting their interest and support, and enlarging
the scope of services. - Ensures camp operations comply with all governmental requirements and meet and exceed standards.
- Directly manage all programming and membership efforts to support membership growth
- Develops and initiates grant requests to augment program offerings.
- Actively pursues collaborative relationships with agencies, municipalities and school systems
to enhance programing at Camp West Mar. - Participates in board committees and meetings as agreed upon with the Executive Director of Camps and VP of Youth Development.
- Assures own professional growth through reading, study, conference attending, etc.
- Participates in Association-wide assignments and special responsibilities.
- Actively pursues collaborative relationships with agencies, municipalities and school systems
- Budget and Financial Development:
- Assist with financial development activities specifically the annual campaign.
- Responsible for carrying out Camp West Mar master plan, with capital fundraising efforts to
reach goal. - Administers the budget and exercises necessary controls to assure operations are
maintained within the approved budget. When necessary, carries out adjustments in
operations to assure a surplus from operations. - Develop, manage and review departmental budgets related to the operation of Camp West Mar.
- Facility Management:
- Ensure management, safety, and maintenance of the facility and equipment. (This could
include temporary housing at the Camp West Mar facility to assist in fulfilling these
responsibilities) - Plans for and supervises the upkeep of the buildings, grounds, equipment and facility
working in conjunction with the VP of Facilities. - The Director must reside at camp during the summer camp season.
- Ensure management, safety, and maintenance of the facility and equipment. (This could
- Strategic Planning:
- Assists with strategic planning efforts and development of the annual operating plan.
- Serve as directed on association task forces or committees.
- Administration:
- Perform quality work within given deadlines and expectations with or without direct
supervision. - Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating
work efforts with other appropriate individuals. - Gather data and reports as required for assigned program areas.
- Ensure branding, communication and marketing meet Association standards for all
responsible programs. - Ensure that all program course information is prepared for inclusion into the data
base/operating system. - Responsible for all administrative paperwork and records for program reporting.
- Perform quality work within given deadlines and expectations with or without direct
- Risk Management:
- Assure compliance with state and local regulations. Ensure that program standards,
emergency action plans and other safety protocols are met and safety procedures are
followed. - Making sure YMCA policies and procedures are adhered to both by self and within areas of
responsibility. - Ensures all program operations are consistent with association procedures, including
insurance, accidents, purchasing, personnel, and accounting systems. - Works in conjunction with the Aquatics Director to ensure compliance and consistency with association best practices.
- Assure compliance with state and local regulations. Ensure that program standards,
- Program Team:
- Interact professionally with other employees, members, program participants, volunteers,
and other individuals within the community, always being mindful of the YMCA’s mission,
vision and values. - Serve effectively as a team leader/contributor on all assignments.
- Oversee and support various YMCA special events.
- Interact professionally with other employees, members, program participants, volunteers,
Advancing the Mission:
Volunteerism – Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the
organization
Building Relationships:
Communication & Influence – Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that
engages, inspires and builds commitment to the Y’s cause\
Leading Operations:
Innovation – Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that
improve and expand the Y’s work and impact in the community
Functional Expertise – Executes superior technical skills for the role
Program/Project Manager – Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact
occurs
Developing & Inspiring People:
Emotional Maturity – Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively
in all situations
- Blood borne Pathogen Training
- CPR, First Aid, AED Certification
- Code of Conduct Training
- Frederick County Pool Operator’s License
- One specialty certification (archery, lifeguard, canoe, wilderness first aid or ropes)
- Completion of YUSA Multi-Team Branch Leader Certification within two years of start date
of employment - Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable by the YMCA insurance carrier with an
acceptable driving record