Camp Sea Gull is hiring a Operations Director. The position is located at 218 Sea Gull Landing, Arapahoe North Carolina
Job Description
The Operations Director - Overnight Camp contributes to the planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of year-round camp programs and operations. Working in partnership with Senior Directors and the broader leadership team, this role helps ensure high-quality, safe, mission-aligned experiences for campers, families, and guests. The Operations Director supports both programmatic and operational functions, including seasonal staff recruitment, training, and supervision; coordination of program and site readiness; management of equipment and resources; and implementation of risk-management practices. The role also assists with participant recruitment and retention efforts, budget planning, and the Camp Annual Campaign, while maintaining strong communication and relationship-building across the camp community.
Qualifications
Degree in related field preferred and 1+ year of related experience.
Previous overnight camp or youth program experience desired but not required.
Experienced in and passionate about creating and fostering communities and relationship building through programs.
Demonstrated experience in program and personnel development.
Ability to effectively manage staff, programs, and department schedules.
Oral, public speaking and written communication skills.
Requires a positive attitude, high level of initiative and professionalism, and enjoy working in and creating a strong team environment.
Demonstrate initiative, effectively prioritize, and possess strong organizational skills.
A commercial Driver's License, with "P" endorsement, to drive a YMCA bus as needed is a plus but not required.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Multi-lingual desired but not required.
Essential Functions
Supports all year-round operational functions-including dining, security, housekeeping, transportation, and camp center-in coordination with the Senior Operations Director to ensure high-quality service and safety.
Supervises seasonal Operations Team members including but no limited to: Dining Hall, Service Corps and camp store.
Manages the Coastal Cabin Rental program, serving as the primary point of contact for guest needs and on-site response.
Serve in Props role with responsibility for planning and facilitation of 50% of weekend programs.
Oversees all transportation operations, including driver training, CDL development, compliance, and coordination of camper, staff, and program travel.
Manages the Camps' vehicle fleet in partnership with the Association Fleet Superintendent, ensuring maintenance, cleanliness, recordkeeping, and operational readiness.
Leads major community and partnership initiatives, including Presents for Pamlico Kids, local outreach events, community days, parades and collaborations with education, health, and recreation partners.
Provides operational leadership for Extended Season and retreat groups-serving as lead facilitator for 50% of adult/teen retreats.
Contributes to recruitment events, the Annual Campaign, and cross-season risk management as part of the Director Teams.
Certification Requirements (must obtain within 30 days of starting and maintain throughout employment): CPRO, Basic
First Aid, Administering Emergency Oxygen, Serve Safe, and Site Specific High Ropes Certification.
This position will require that the incumbent live on site at Camp during the Summer Season and during 50% of
Extended Season as assigned by the Extended Season Senior Program Director.
Required Certifications
A commercial Driver's License, with "P" endorsement, to drive a YMCA bus as needed is a plus but not required.
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