Hiring: Program Manager Job Description

 
 

Job Title & Position Goal: Program Manager, full time position. The person in this position will use their God given gifts and abilities to provide Camp AoWaKiya with Christ centered programs for boys & girls, men & women to enrich their lives spiritually, mentally, & physically.

Reports To: Camp AoWaKiya Executive Director

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

  1. Will oversee Camp AoWaKiya’s Program budget.

  2. Will work alongside all camp staff to ensure all guest groups program needs are planned for, staffed, and carried out.

  3. Will be in direct supervision of personnel working with the programs of Camp AoWaKiya.

  4. Will plan for, and set programs into action that will accomplish the goals established by Camp AoWaKiya as approved by the Executive Director.

  5. Assist the Executive Director in securing program staff and ensure that proper training is carried out.

  6. Make recommendations of speakers well in advance and arrange proper accommodations required in each situation.

  7. Ensure that all materials and equipment needed for camp programs, including any guest group use of materials & equipment, are ready and in good repair well in advance.

  8. Oversee  registration processes for all camp programs and events.  

  9. Be aware of, and help in record keeping that adheres to all State of Michigan regulations for both program and staff.

  10. Be involved with the promotion of Camp AoWaKiya programs.

  11. Oversee and record the follow-up of any individual who makes spiritual decisions.

  12. Work with Camp staff in oversight of all guest groups and any programming required, being willing to be on site to meet the needs of Guest Groups when needed.

  13. Be willing to work with teams in planning and implementing Camp AoWaKiya programming and Guest Group oversight.

  14. Attend regularly scheduled camp staff meetings.

  15. Submit regular written reports to Executive Director.

Key Working Relationships: Camp AoWaKiya Full/Part Time Staff, Program Interns & Volunteer Staff, Counseling Staff, Campers

Hours of Work: The Program Manager will maintain regular office hours  Monday - Friday (8:30 AM-4:30 PM) during seasons when daily programming is not taking place. The Program Manager will work with the Executive Director to determine work hours during daily & weekend programming to ensure that the camp’s program needs are being met and also provides time off for personal spiritual growth & wellness.

Requirements:

  1. Have a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.

  2. In agreement with Camp AoWaKiya’s doctrinal statement and policies.

  3. Is eager to learn, love campers, and volunteer staff.

  4. Have the ability to communicate clearly, both verbally & in written form.

  5. Have a willingness to take courses, and/or attend conferences for additional knowledge in the position set by the camp.

  6. Is willing to forego personal rights for the common good of the camp and campers.

  7. Is flexible and able to work with other staff, campers, and volunteers.

  8. A strong ability to motivate themselves to carry out the responsibilities of this position. 

  9. Have a willingness to carry out other camp related tasks when available as communicated by the Camp Executive Director.

Salary: All salaries are determined within the ministry of Camp AoWaKiya’s yearly budget. The Program Manager’s salary will also be based upon any certification, training, & experience with program management.