Assistant Program Director

Job Description

Job Description

General Responsibility: To plan, coordinate, supervise and evaluate Ferncliff’s camp programs. This includes residential camp, day camp, contract camps, off season camps and special events.

1. Assist in the recruiting, training and managing of staff in the program department.

2. Assist in the ordering, receiving and inventory of equipment and supplies for Ferncliff’s program operations.

3. Assist in the coordination and communication with other staff members to maintain overall quality of provided programs for our guest groups.

4. Communicate with maintenance staff repairs needed in a timely manner.

5. Serve as an “on call” staff member during programs at Ferncliff being available to problem solve and address their needs.

6. Continue to look for ways to enhance our programs through technology, service, facilities, programming, etc.

7. Work to make our programs more environmentally sustainable.

8. Keep current on the latest trends, technology, and best practices for camps, retreat centers and non-profits in general.

9. Coordinate the community days for residential volunteers.

10. Have regular check-ins with residential volunteers.

11. Other duties as assigned.

Relationships and Accountability:

Directly accountable to the Program Director.

Oversee seasonal program staff and residential volunteers.

Develop relationships and attend meetings of Presbytery and appropriate committees.

Develop relationships related to attracting non-profit and faith based guest groups as well as local chambers of commerce and other event hosting communities.

Qualifications:

Ø Person of Christian conviction, committed to the ongoing mission and programs of Ferncliff and the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) as a whole.

Ø Demonstrated theological understanding of the mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) as it relates to Christian nurture and outdoor ministry in the camp and conference setting.

Ø Demonstrated skills in developing and producing effective camp programs.

Ø Demonstrated skills in staff training and supervision, including the ability to develop close working relationships with staff.

Ø Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing and to speak effectively before groups.

Ø Demonstrated ability to administer websites and many forms of social media.