Lead a legacy of adventure, belonging, and community at Camp Abnaki!

The Greater Burlington YMCA is a mission-driven organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.  We have a great opportunity for an experienced, visionary Camp Director to provide leadership and administrative oversight for Camp Abnaki, the nation's oldest YMCA all-boys camp.

The Camp Director will drive the vision, operations, and community culture of Camp Abnaki; staying true to our roots while building a legacy for generations to come. This role will build vibrant community and alumni partnerships, oversee strategic property development, manage annual budgets, and lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse group of seasonal employees.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Deep Community Impact: Lead a community where the motto "Help the Other Fellow" is lived daily.
• Beautiful Vermont Setting: Live and lead in a dynamic, outdoor camp environment on the shores of Lake Champlain.
• Broad Leadership Scope: Own everything from big-picture philanthropy and strategic marketing to hands-on program development and delivery.

What You'll Do:

• Cultivate Camp Culture: Maintain an active, visible presence in daily camp life, creating an inclusive, emotionally safe environment where campers and staff feel known, valued, and connected.
• Creative Camp Programming: Develop diverse programs that focus on skill development, character development, outdoor adventure, recreation, and environmental education where the emphasis is experiential, oriented towards cooperative group work, values-focused, and fun.  
• Drive Financial & Operational Excellence: Develop and manage the annual camp budget, meet net income targets, and partner with executive leadership on annual and capital philanthropy campaigns.
• Lead and Empower a Diverse Team: Oversee all recruitment, onboarding, coaching, and performance management for camp staff while shaping an organized framework for supervision and support.
• Uphold Safety & Compliance Standards: Ensure all practices, property, and programs strictly conform to local, state, federal, and American Camping Association (ACA) guidelines.
• Strategic Growth & Alumni Engagement: Collaborate on the long-term Camp Abnaki Comprehensive Plan, spearheading marketing initiatives, alumni relations, and property improvements.

What You'll Bring to the Role: 

• Mission-Driven Leadership: A proven track record of community service, background supporting fundraising efforts, and a dedication to the Y's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
• Exceptional Collaboration: The ability to relate well to diverse backgrounds, listen actively, navigate challenging situations calmly, and champion diversity and inclusion.
• Operational & Financial Savvy: Strong expertise in budget management, experience establishing and exceeding programmatic goals, and a drive for continuous improvement in all areas of responsibility.
• Commitment to Growth: A self-motivated approach to professional development, openness to organizational change, and up-to-date knowledge of camping industry trends.