Camp Director - Camp Sorensen

The Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches is a non-profit organization that provides summer camp opportunities to Florida’s Youth. We operate three traditional sleep away camps along with a traveling day camp program.

SUMMARY
The Camp Director is the primary administrator, manager, and supervisor of the day-to-day operation of programs within the assigned facility. The Camp Director is responsible for program development and content, personnel, facilities, and other program related matters for the assigned program/service.
The Camp Director is directly responsible to the Director of Camping Services.
This position is not eligible for overtime pay.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties and responsibilities are given as examples of the various types of work performed in this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Design, deliver, and evaluate camp program that meets the needs and interests of
the camp’s target populations and ensure their delivery in a safe and quality manner.

• Remain current with information on the developmental needs of youth.
• Annually seek and analyze input from youth, families, and staff regarding the quality, safety and enjoyment of the program and staff.
• Develop and implement crisis and risk management procedures.
• Design and ensure delivery of programs and activities appropriate to the camper population.
• Develop and maintain schedule of programming at assigned facility.
• Provide relevant programming to Youth Ranches residential programs.

2. Oversee the financial management and assist in fund development operations to
allow for adequate annual funding, and to meet long-term goals.

• Develop and monitor budget for the camp operations.
• Negotiate user-group agreements and contracts with various agencies throughout the state.
• Assist in the development and design long-term fund raising strategies for the camp program and facilities.

3. Design and implement a marketing plan to increase camper attendance and camp
usage.

• Prepare and analyze enrollment trends.
• Develop and implement recruitment and retention strategies.
• Ensures partnerships are in place to utilize camp year round.

4. Implement human resource management practices to recruit and retain seasonal
and year-round staff.

• Recruit staff based on camper enrollment and program management requirements.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate seasonal and year-round staff.

5. Manage property development and maintenance needs to ensure stewardship of
current resources and identification of future needs.

• Conduct annual assessment of property and maintenance needs.
• Provide administrative guidance to maintenance staff.
• Prepare annual and long-term property plan.
• Assist in the on-site management of facility improvements and maintenance including the bid process and vendor selection.
• Responsible for the stewardship and care of all vehicles assigned to the program.

6. Oversee the operation of the camp including food service, program, business,
camper and staff supervision, and health care.

• Oversee the management of the food service area through supervision of Food Service Manager and review of food service program.
• Secure sufficient coverage in health care staff and their implementation of the health care plan.
• Develop and oversee the business management functions of the camp including financial record keeping, office operations, etc.
• Oversee the systematic approach to data base management for campers, families, alumni, and donors.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external groups to ensure the enhancement of the camp operation.
• Be knowledgeable in all areas to ensure business processes are followed and informed enough to manage when staff are on leave or between positions.

1. Ensure that all licensing, accreditation, and agency policies, procedures and required documentation are met.

• Maintain American Camp Association Accreditation standards and documentation annually.
• Prepare all related materials necessary for Agency Quality Assurance program.

Monitor Health Department compliance and water system compliance.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the field of education, recreation or closely related human service field is required. A minimum of three years camp or youth serving experience showing progressive growth in responsibilities is required.

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $47,840 / Annually

BENEFITS:

• Housing Provided
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company paid long term disability and life insurance 2x annual salary
• Employee assistance program
• Health savings account, supplemental life insurance, short term disability and Aflac products available
• Annual leave and sick leave

We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. We have a very extensive and strict background screening process.

Background Screening Requirement
Employment in this position is contingent upon successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, as required by Florida law.
Pursuant to House Bill 531 (2025), applicants are encouraged to review the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness information available at: