<p>Description Join Camp Collins, a year-round YMCA camp in Gresham, delivering outdoor programs for youth and groups while driving access and growth.</p> <p>Camp Description</p> <p>Camp Collins is a year-round YMCA resident camp and outdoor education center in Gresham, Oregon, serving youth, schools, and community groups across the region. As a key asset of the YMCA of Columbia-Willamette, the camp delivers high-quality, mission-driven programs while expanding access, strengthening partnerships, and growing sustainable revenue through retreats, outdoor education, and resident camp experiences.</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>Mission</p> <p>To put the Christian principles of love, respect, honesty, responsibility, and service into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.</p> <p>The Executive Director, Camp Collins provides strategic and operational leadership for YMCA Camp Collins, a premier resident camp and outdoor education center of the YMCA of Columbia-Willamette. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this role carries full accountability for program excellence, financial sustainability, property stewardship, safety oversight, philanthropic growth, and long-term asset strategy.</p> <p>As a member of the Association Leadership Team, the Executive Director balances strong site-level ownership with system-wide alignment, collaborates closely with peer Executive Directors, and contributes to enterprise-wide strategy and performance.</p> <p>This position performs all other duties as assigned in support of the YMCA's mission, strategic priorities, and operational needs.</p> <p>Our Culture</p> <p>The YMCA of Columbia-Willamette is grounded in love, integrity, and humility. We operate as one association, committed to accountability, creativity, and shared stewardship.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Preferred:</p> <p>Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience</p> <p>5-7 years of progressive leadership in camp, outdoor education, youth development, or nonprofit operations</p> <p>Demonstrated financial management experience (budgeting, forecasting, revenue growth)</p> <p>Experience leading seasonal and high-volume staffing models</p> <p>Strong background in safety, risk management, and crisis response</p> <p>Experience working with volunteers, advisory boards, or community partners</p> <p>Proven ability to build, lead, and develop teams</p> <p>YMCA or accredited camp leadership experience</p> <p>Experience with fundraising, donor engagement, or capital campaigns</p> <p>Other Requirements:</p> <p>Ability to live on or near camp property during resident camp operations</p> <p>CPR, First Aid, AED, and required trainings upon hire</p> <p>Availability for extended and irregular hours during peak seasons</p> <p>Essential Functions</p> <p>Strategic & Operational Leadership</p> <p>Lead annual operations and long-term strategic planning for Camp Collins</p> <p>Expand resident camp enrollment and year-round programming</p> <p>Grow retreat, rental, and outdoor education revenue streams</p> <p>Align camp operations with association-wide strategy and standards</p> <p>Financial & Business Management</p> <p>Develop and manage annual budget and multi-year financial plans</p> <p>Monitor performance across programs using participation, revenue, and margin data</p> <p>Partner with finance leadership on forecasting and capital planning</p> <p>Ensure disciplined decision-making for new programs and investments</p> <p>Safety, Risk & Compliance</p> <p>Ensure compliance with all licensing, safety, and youth protection standards</p> <p>Lead emergency preparedness, incident response, and crisis management</p> <p>Serve as primary decision-maker during on-site critical incidents</p> <p>Maintain strong documentation, reporting, and risk mitigation practices</p> <p>Property & Asset Stewardship</p> <p>Oversee maintenance, safety, and long-term facility planning</p> <p>Develop and advance capital improvement and modernization plans</p> <p>Ensure responsible stewardship of camp property and resources</p> <p>Philanthropy & Community Engagement</p> <p>Lead camp-specific fundraising efforts, including scholarships and capital needs</p> <p>Cultivate donors, alumni, and community partnerships</p> <p>Represent camp priorities in broader YMCA development strategy</p> <p>Equity & Access</p> <p>Expand participation for underserved communities through partnerships and scholarships</p> <p>Align pricing and outreach strategies to improve affordability and access</p> <p>Ensure inclusive program design and culturally responsive practices</p> <p>Staff & Leadership Development</p> <p>Lead, coach, and develop year-round and seasonal staff</p> <p>Build a strong leadership pipeline and talent development pathways</p> <p>Set clear expectations and maintain accountability across teams</p> <p>Association Collaboration</p> <p>Partner with YMCA leadership and cross-functional teams ("Colabs")</p> <p>Share best practices and support system-wide alignment</p> <p>Contribute to enterprise-wide initiatives and strategy</p> <p>Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies</p> <p>Mission Advancement</p> <p>Demonstrates commitment to the YMCA mission and values</p> <p>Leads with an equity lens to expand access and community impact</p> <p>Builds partnerships that strengthen community connection and participation</p> <p>Collaboration</p> <p>Works effectively across teams, departments, and regions</p> <p>Builds trust with peers, staff, volunteers, and community partners</p> <p>Contributes to a "One Association" approach</p> <p>Operational Effectiveness</p> <p>Uses data to drive decisions and improve performance</p> <p>Manages resources responsibly with strong financial discipline</p> <p>Balances mission impact with operational sustainability</p> <p>Developing Self & Others</p> <p>Builds high-performing teams through coaching and accountability</p> <p>Invests in staff growth and leadership development</p> <p>Creates a culture of feedback, learning, and continuous improvement</p> <p>Salary80,000.00 - 95,000.00 Annual</p> <p>Listing Type</p> <p>Jobs</p> <p>Categories</p> <p>Executive | Management</p> <p>Position Type</p> <p>Full Time</p> <p>Salary Min</p> <p>80000.00</p> <p>Salary Max</p> <p>95000.00</p> <p>Salary Type</p> <p>/yr.</p>