YMCA
Executive Director, Camp Grady Spruce
YMCA, Coppell, Texas, United States, 75019
The Dallas YMCA is currently seeking our next Executive Director for Camp Grady Spruce.
Camp Description
Camp Grady Spruce is located on Possum Kingdom Lake, which is located approximately 120 miles west of Dallas, and covers over 600 acres. This co-ed camp is a year-round camp; offering Summer Camp, Outdoor Education, Family Camping and Group Conferences.
Job Description
The Executive Director of Camp Grady Spruce will provide visionary leadership and operational management for all aspects of the camp. This role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, mission-driven, and impactful experiences for campers, families, and the broader community.
A key responsibility of this role is building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, including campers, families, the Possum Kingdom community, school districts, donors, and the Camp Grady Spruce Board of Management. The Executive Director will serve as the primary ambassador for the camp, enhancing public awareness and support for its mission. They will work collaboratively with Dallas YMCA branches and association leadership to align operations with broader organizational priorities and innovations.
This role will also oversee financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and achieving revenue goals, while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and YMCA standards.
Qualifications
Possess a comprehensive understanding of managing a camping facility, with expertise in program development, facilities management, guest services, and risk management. Demonstrate strong skills in staff recruitment, training, and development, fostering a high-performing, mission-aligned team. Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, and a minimum of five years of senior-level management experience in camping or a related field is required. Effective communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills are essential, as is the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and serve as a role model for YMCA values.
Camp Description
Camp Grady Spruce is located on Possum Kingdom Lake, which is located approximately 120 miles west of Dallas, and covers over 600 acres. This co-ed camp is a year-round camp; offering Summer Camp, Outdoor Education, Family Camping and Group Conferences.
Job Description
The Executive Director of Camp Grady Spruce will provide visionary leadership and operational management for all aspects of the camp. This role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, mission-driven, and impactful experiences for campers, families, and the broader community.
A key responsibility of this role is building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, including campers, families, the Possum Kingdom community, school districts, donors, and the Camp Grady Spruce Board of Management. The Executive Director will serve as the primary ambassador for the camp, enhancing public awareness and support for its mission. They will work collaboratively with Dallas YMCA branches and association leadership to align operations with broader organizational priorities and innovations.
This role will also oversee financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and achieving revenue goals, while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and YMCA standards.
Qualifications
Possess a comprehensive understanding of managing a camping facility, with expertise in program development, facilities management, guest services, and risk management. Demonstrate strong skills in staff recruitment, training, and development, fostering a high-performing, mission-aligned team. Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, and a minimum of five years of senior-level management experience in camping or a related field is required. Effective communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills are essential, as is the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and serve as a role model for YMCA values.