Camp Director

About Mass Audubon
Mass Audubon is the largest nature-based conservation organization in New England. Founded in 1896 by two women who fought for the protection of birds, Mass Audubon carries on their legacy by focusing on the greatest challenges facing the environment today: the loss of biodiversity, inequitable access to nature, and climate change. With the help of our 160,000 members and supporters, we protect wildlife, conserve and restore resilient land, advocate for impactful environmental policies, offer nationally recognized education programs for adults and children, and provide endless opportunities to experience the outdoors at our wildlife sanctuaries. Explore, find inspiration, and take action at massaudubon.org. 

About This Position
Are you passionate about connecting youth with nature and creating staff community at a residential camp? Mass Audubon’s Wildwood Camp is seeking a strong, compassionate leader to be the full-time Camp Director. This role will hire and manage camp staff, and develop and deliver inclusive, hands-on environmental education programs including overnight summer camp for ages 9-17, offsite teen trips, family camp, and weekend rentals at Wildwood in Rindge, NH. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, professional, people-oriented leader with significant experience hiring and managing staff and supervising programs at a residential camp, as well as experience in environmental education and program administration. You’ll help build a welcoming, joyful community where children, staff, families, and community members feel they belong in nature! 

Why Join Us?

• Make a lasting impact on young people by leading a summer camp that foster confidence, independence, and lifelong connections to nature
• Recruit and inspire a diverse, passionate staff team to create transformative camp experiences for young people and families
• During the summer, live and work in a beautiful natural setting at Wildwood Camp surrounded by forests, wetlands, trails, and waterfront areas
• Be part of a connected, curious team of Mass Audubon camp directors and educators, sharing ideas and resources to support education initiatives across the organization

Location: Wildwood Camp, Rindge, NH
Schedule: Full-time, year-round (40 hours/week)

Application Instructions
Please submit a resume and cover letter with your ADP application.

Responsibilities

During the summer

• Be responsible for all aspects of camp preparation, seasonal camp staff training, camper and staff physical and emotional safety, customer service, program planning, and program implementation for an overnight residential camp, including 7 weeks of overnight camp for ages 9-17, 4 weeks of family camp, and spring and fall weekend rentals.
• Design, facilitate, and delegate responsibilities for a pre-season staff training that builds a cohesive, supportive, and mission-driven camp community.
• Prepare staff to deliver safe, age-appropriate outdoor and environmental education experiences through hands-on learning and positive youth development practices. 
• Train staff to foster an environment where campers and staff feel a sense of belonging, and uphold camp safety standards for risk management, camper supervision, behavior management, emergency response, and site operations.
• Partner with other Mass Audubon camp directors to host and facilitate Field School, a two-day camp training located at Wildwood for seasonal staff from multiple camp locations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for camp families and caregivers, maintaining regular communication, addressing questions and concerns, and navigating conflicts with professionalism and compassion.
• Maintain a visible, approachable presence, fostering a high-energy, supportive, and inclusive camp community where staff and campers feel welcome, motivated, and engaged.
• Ensure activities and lessons meet camp goals and outcomes and are appropriate for the campers’ abilities. 
• Supervise and evaluate camp staff with support from the seasonal leadership team. Provide feedback, program ideas, and guidance to counselors. Manage concerns and feedback regarding staff performance, including communication with Human Resources and other supervisory staff.
• Ensure that camp staff and campers know and follow all safety procedures during camp programs. Track, report, and analyze incidents and safety trends, and update safety procedures to ensure the highest safety standards.
• Oversee site safety day and night in collaboration with Property Manager and seasonal camp leadership team. Provide guidelines for equipment use and maintenance; supervise staff to perform regular checks of area and equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair.

Year-Round

• Recruit, hire and prepare training and evaluation for a team of 25-30 seasonal summer staff including counselors, coordinators, and assistant director to run overnight youth camp and family camp programs.
• Design and supervise marketing, registration, and communication with families before, during and after programs, and evaluate program participant experiences during and after camp. 
• Plan and oversee the annual budget for 11 weeks of summer camp programs and seasonal rentals; ensure appropriate spending on all aspects of camps including staff time, materials, food, transportation, etc.
• Prepare program guidelines and curriculum for safe, educational nature camp programs.
• Coordinate with property, operations, office manager, kitchen team, and education colleagues onsite and offsite to prepare for camp and comply with internal policies and expectations.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and camp industry rules, protocols, and practices, including all required documentation for staff, campers, and licensing agencies. Develop strong, positive relationships with local public health officials, community partners, and regional American Camp Association (ACA) staff. Manage and maintain compliance with health department and ACA standards including accreditation for camp. 

Qualifications
At Mass Audubon, our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our described qualifications or you have a less traditional background. We are looking for applicants with the following qualifications:

Must Haves

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• 4+ years of administrative experience leading a camp, after-school program, or similar environment. At least 2 years of experience at a residential / overnight camp
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and experience creating a collaborative team environment
• Experience in youth development especially with older elementary through high school creating and delivering educational programs and activities, especially interactive or hands-on learning
• Strong supervisory experience including hiring, managing, and supporting multiple people of diverse ages, backgrounds, and abilities
• Strong organizational, administrative, and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated commitment to incorporating principals of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice into all areas of work, and a commitment to continued personal learning and growth
• Current certification in wilderness first aid and CPR, or willingness to obtain 
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in most weather conditions 
• Able to physically access trails and terrain by foot

Nice to Haves

• Strong community engagement skills
• Familiarity with experiential learning and curriculum aligned with state standards
• Experience leading a camp through ACA accreditation process
• Lifeguard, canoe/small watercraft certification or similar or willing to obtain

Compensation, Benefits and Perks
This position’s pay range is $65,000-75,000 per year; actual salary will reflect level of experience and qualifications relative to position requirements.

Housing will be provided during the summer months onsite at Wildwood Camp. Fall through spring housing may be available upon request at an alternative Mass Audubon property.

Benefits eligible staff at Mass Audubon may elect to enroll in medical, dental, and vision plans. Mass Audubon also offers disability and life insurance plans, a retirement plan, and Flexible Spending Account options. Mass Audubon employment also includes access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through and the Reciprocity Agreement through the Consortium of Non-Profit Arts/Cultural/ Environmental Organizations of New England. Mass Audubon employees enjoy 13 paid holidays (holidays may shift annually due to where days fall within calendar).

Work Schedule
During the summer, this position must be on-site 7 days per week with occasional days off, and can expect to work 10 hours per day. Vacation time is unlikely during the months of May through August due to summer camp responsibilities. During the year, this position will work regular office hours Monday-Friday and may be based remotely. Flexible housing and work schedule may be an option.

Other Requirements
Employees must successfully complete a CORI and SORI Background Check and a Motor Vehicle Record (if applicable) is required.

Mass Audubon’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Justice
Mass Audubon embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are dedicated to forming a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Mass Audubon’s mission is to “protect the nature of Massachusetts for people and for wildlife” by building a strong coalition of employees, volunteers, and community members. We recognize that the environmental movement and field of conservation have been affected by societal systems that have limited opportunity and access for many people. As a result, Mass Audubon is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We are engaged in an ongoing process of organizational assessment and change, designed to remove barriers and create a workplace where all forms of diversity are recognized and valued.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Mass Audubon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Mass Audubon prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.