Camp and Enrichment Director

Mystic, CT

The Ocean Community YMCA, with locations in RI and CT, now has an opportunity for an experienced Camp and Enrichment Director at our Naik Family Branch in Mystic, CT.

This is a full-time, 40 hour per week, exempt, salaried position with an annual salary of $58,600.00

As the Camp and Enrichment Director, you will:

  • Plan, implement, and oversee Camp Cove, a summer day camp program located on the grounds of the branch
  • Ensure compliance with State of Connecticut regulations for Youth Day Camp.
  • Administering, supervising, and/or instructing youth, teen and adult programs within the branch
  • Overseeing and coordinating instructional and competitive sports programs.
  • Maintain Accreditation through ACA (American Camp Association) for Camp Cove by following all requirements and ensuring compliance
  • Oversite, planning, and implementation of offsite STEM programs
  • Recruiting, hiring and supervising staff in sports programs, enrichment programs, teen center, STEM programs, and seasonal camp staff.
  • Developing and managing program budgets
  • Assist with marketing of programs and distribution of program materials.
  • Managing payroll for support staff
  • Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers.
  • Assist with planning special events including sponsorships and collaborations.
  • Play a leadership role in the Annual Support Campaign for the branch

Qualifications include:

  • Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in Physical Education, Exercise Science, Sports & Leisure Management, Recreation or related field.
  • 3-5 years’ experience in youth  programming
  • Experience with seasonal day camp at a director level.
  • Supervisory experience including recruiting, hiring, and training
  • Previous YMCA experience preferred
  • CPR/AED/FA/Emergency O2 Administration Certification required-American RedCross or equivalent-YMCA will train.

Apply online or in-person today at our Welcome Center located at 1 Harry Austin Drive, Mystic, CT  06355

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