Camp and Youth Director

The Camp and Youth Director will contribute to the vision, mission, and values of the JCC of Greater Buffalo by providing leadership, development, direction, and oversight to Camp Centerland and Kid’s Place Afterschool program, with standards of excellence. As a member of the Program department, the Camp and Youth Director will work with team members, at the direction of the Chief Program Officer, to maximize both return on mission and return on investment.

1. Supervise, manage, and develop all operations and staff of Camp Centerland and Kid’s Place Afterschool program.
2. Develop and implement a strategic plan for Camp Centerland and Kid’s Place Afterschool program in coordination with Chief Program Officer, executive leadership, staff, and appropriate committees.
3. Prepare budgets and engage in ongoing planning and business development.
4. Efficiently develop programs to maximize revenue and mission.
5. Maintain a high level of applicable professional knowledge, including market analysis, current trends, and best practices through ongoing professional education, investigation, and development of relationships with colleagues and official entities.
6. Coordinate with the Advancement team and Chief Program Officer to maximize donor and grant-based fundraising opportunities and contribute to cultivating a culture of philanthropy.
7. Coordinate with the Member Services team to provide an excellent customer experience.
8. Coordinate with Chief Facility Maintenance Officer to ensure cleanliness and appropriate maintenance of all Camp Centerland and Kid’s Place facilities.
9. Coordinate with Communications and Technology Department to ensure a high level of communication, marketing, and effective use of technology to reduce barriers to service.
10. Communicate and cooperate with colleagues, members, and lay leaders as a member of the Program Department.
11. Complete all additional duties assigned by the Chief Program Officer.