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title: Camp Director at Greater Burlington YMCA
description: Greater Burlington YMCA is hiring for the Camp Director role in North Hero, VT.
  Pays $55K–$70K per year. See the full description and apply.
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| **Company** | Greater Burlington YMCA |
| **Location** | North Hero, VT |
| **Salary** | $55K/yr - $70K/yr |
| **Posted** | Oct 30, 2026 |

## Is this job real?

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## Visa sponsorship

- **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Greater Burlington YMCA.
- **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Greater Burlington YMCA.

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## Description

**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 future generations. This role will build vibrant community and alumni partnerships, oversee strategic property development, manage annual budget, and manage and mentor 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 creation 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 supervisory framework.
- **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.

**QUALIFICATIONS:**

- At least 5 years of experience working in a resident camp leadership role is required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Recreation or a related field is preferred. Relevant education and experience will be considered.
- Ability to live on-site during the camp season and support overnight on-call responsibilities.
- Ability to build and develop quality, camp programming and execute efficiently and effectively.
- Strong working knowledge of applicable camp regulations, state and federal requirements, and health and safety standards.
- Strong working knowledge of budget management practices with the ability to understand and process month-to-month expenses.
- Ability to work effectively with youth and teens by building relationships that create positive, inclusive camp experiences.
- Ability to build trusting relationships with campers' parents and guardians through responsive communication and a commitment to a positive camper experience.
- Knowledge of marketing, fundraising, public relations, and property management.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to campers, families, staff, donors, the community, and organizational leadership.
- Possess a strong sense of patience and acceptance and leading with a positive attitude.
- Ability to lead groups, facilitate meetings and trainings, and clearly communicate expectations.
- Ability to operate motor vehicles and meet the YMCA's safe driving requirements.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required CPR/AED/O2, First Aid, mandated reporter, and other applicable safety certifications and training; training can be provided if necessary.

**WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**

The physical demands described here are representative of those necessary for the role and are essential to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our care. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

- Ability to quickly navigate through remote locations and uneven terrain on camp property.
- Ability, both visual and auditory, to identify and respond to safety and environmental hazards and inform campers, staff, and guests.
- Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds.
- Physical mobility and endurance to perform tasks while standing/walking for extended periods of time.
## Skills

- Environmental Education
- Automated External Defibrillator
- Growth Strategies
- Self-Motivation
- Onboarding
- Performance Management
- Teamwork
- Property Management
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Cpr)
- Alumni Engagement
- Organizational Leadership
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Collaboration
- Supervisory Skills
- Workplace Safety
- Diversity And Inclusion
- Fundraising
- Mandated Reporter Training
- Safe Driving
- Leadership
- Public Relations
- Operational Excellence
- On-Call Coverage
- First Aid
- Communication
- Recruitment
- Writing
- Coaching
- Budget Management
## Benefits

- Professional Development

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