Executive Director - Camp Foss
About the Organization
As an equal opportunity employer, The Granite YMCA is committed to diversity and inclusion. The Granite YMCA is a thriving $23M association with eight branches—located throughout New Hampshire. The association started in 1854 with its first branch, the YMCA of Downtown Manchester, which offered programs for millworkers in the city. The Y has grown dramatically in both presence and impact in the last three decades. The association is particularly strong in child care and camping with eight major facilities, and in outreach programs with a history of serving at-risk youth within its regional footprint.
Information Sites:
- The Granite YMCA: www.graniteymca.org
The Granite YMCA Association Facts:
- Mission Statement: The Granite YMCA creates a community where all are welcome and builds a healthy spirit, mind and body based on the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
- At the Y, we strive to create opportunities for individuals to enhance both their personal lives and the well-being of their communities. Focusing on Youth Development, Family Strengthening, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.
- Staff: 127 full-time, 543 part-time growing to 600+ in summer.
- Volunteer Leadership: 24 Board of Directors and 70 Branch Advisory Board Members.
- 1300 additional volunteers engage annually to help the Y achieve its mission.
- Membership: The YMCA at all of its branches has over 12,000 facility members and over 4,000 program members.
- Finances/Reserves: Annual operating budget: $23M.
- Annual Fundraising Campaign: Raised in 2023 $392,470.
- Total Community Benefit: Provided $1.508M in financial assistance serving 12,286 individuals and families who received financial aid and/or free services in 2023.
About the Job
This position supports the work of The Granite Y, a leading NH nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. We are seeking an experienced professional with supervisory skills and overnight camp experience to be the next Executive Director at YMCA Camp Foss (A traditional all girls overnight camp)
Required Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, business or equivalent.
- Five or more years of experience working at an overnight camp.
- Three or more years of management experience at the level of Executive, Camp Director, Operations Director, Assistant Camp Director or equivalent.
- Ability to direct total operations through volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of camp budget, marketing and public relations, and program development.
- Will meet the requirements of a Camp Director as set forth by the ACA and State of NH.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others.
- Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
- YMCA Multi-Team Leader or willing to obtain within 1 year.
Essential Job Functions:
- Recruit and develop staff with a strong commitment in building genuine relationships. Supports the ongoing recruiting, hiring, training, development and supervision of the camp leadership team.
- Supports the development of total camp operating budget; ensures monthly forecasting is proactive and establish path to meet or exceed annual budget targets.
- Assures that high-quality relationship-based member engagement strategies are in practice. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions with staff, volunteers, members, and the community.
- Ensures compliance with both state of NH and American Camp Association standards.
- Live on site during the camp and set up season (Mid May – Mid September) to ensure a high caliber camp program for campers ages 7 to 15 years of age.
- Ensures the safety and maintenance of high-quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.
- Coordinates with the Advisory Board chair a robust board development effort. Seeking a variety of diverse and qualified leaders to support the camp’s annual fundraising, strategic and mission impact goals.
- Work with the Camp Enrollment Coordinator to maintain positive and regular communication with camper families, staff members and alumni throughout the year through email campaigns, newsletters, phone calls and planned events.
- Seeks, cultivates and models collaborative relationships with community agencies in service delivery area.
- Coordinates camp marketing and communication efforts with VP of Marketing and Communication to ensure proactive and effective communication of the branch’s community benefit and impact.
- Supports the overall objectives of The Granite YMCA.
Successful candidates will show expertise in the following core competencies:
Mission Advancement: Reinforces the Ys values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the YMCA’s efforts for all stakeholders.
Collaboration: Develops strategies to ensure staff and volunteers reflect the community. Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the YMCA. Serves as a community leader
building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance YMCA mission and goals.
Operational Effectiveness: Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves members and community in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures, investment policies and financial controls.
Personal Growth: Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and personal learning. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- FREE Association-wide family membership
- Generous paid time off (starting at 21 days per year and accruing with tenure)
- Paid volunteer time off
- 401(a) and 403(b) retirement accounts
- All eligible employees receive the YMCA's retirement contribution of 8% of their biweekly gross earnings
- 50% discount on program classes for the employee and dependents
- 50% discount on childcare or day camp services
- 100% discount on overnight camp services
This position is a full time, year-round Executive position that must live on site in Strafford (beginning in May and ending in October) at an all girl’s overnight camp. Off season office is located in Concord, NH
Please apply online with cover letter and resume. Questions regarding the application process can be directed to Matt Hanson, Vice President of Operations. (mhanson@graniteymca.org).