Overview
Job Type
This is a full-time position that will work extended daily hours and 6 days a week during the summer camp season while living onsite. Outside of those dates, this position will work 5 days a week, Monday-Friday with workday hours typically being 8:30am-4:30pm. This position will work in person from the on-site office in Shelby, MI.
Position Summary
Miniwanca is an overnight, residential summer camp for youth ages 8-18. Starting in 8th grade campers have the option to participate in the Four Trails Program. Campers and staff will go on 5–16-day backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, and cycling trips. The Four Trails Manager will remain onsite at camp and support the trips while on trail and in camp. The Four Trails Program Manager is a year-round position responsible for the overall design, implementation, and supervision of Four Trails adventure trip programs at Miniwanca. This role manages all aspects of the program—including staff hiring, training, and supervision; program design and evaluation; budget oversight; logistical and safety management; and collaboration with other site departments—to ensure a safe, high-quality, mission-centered experience for participants. The Four Trails Program Manager also serves as a role model for staff and participants, contributes to recruitment and onboarding efforts, and supports site-wide operations, risk management, and emergency response as needed.
Position Responsibilities
Program Planning, Leadership, and Evaluation
• Design, implement, and evaluate Four Trails adventure trips for Boys Camp and Girls Camp.
• Scout and plan all outdoor adventure trips including hiking, backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, and cycling itineraries.
• Maintain an orderly gear and equipment inventory, ordering supplies, fixing broken items, etc.
• Manage all food needs for trail.
• Coordinate all program logistics, equipment, transportation, and manage risk management in accordance with AYF, ACA, and regulatory standards.
• Manage the Four Trails budget and maintain accurate program records.
• Collaborate with Program Directors to assess and continuously improve program safety and quality.
• Assess the program’s risk management strategies and implement new safety procedures as needed.
Seasonal Staff Hiring, Training, and Supervision
• Collaborate with Directors to recruit, hire, train, and supervise seasonal Four Trails staff.
• Create and facilitate training for seasonal staff members: outdoor skills, gear use and maintenance, emergency response, Leave No Trace principles, outdoor cooking, orienteering, etc.
• Serve as a role model for staff, providing coaching, feedback, and support to strengthen program delivery.
• Participate in staff onboading and training
Qualifications:
At least 21 years of age.
· Support the organization’s mission and vision with integrity, dependability, and accountability.
• Interact effectively with individuals and groups respecting social and cultural diversity. Establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships and interpersonal skills that contribute to a positive community.
• Demonstrate passion for serving youth, encouraging campers to explore through play and creating a space where youth feel included and a sense of belong
About American Youth Foundation Camp Miniwanca
American Youth Foundation Mission
The American Youth Foundation dares people to discover and celebrate the very best in themselves and others, inspire them to explore diverse perspectives and complex challenges, and embolden them to live courageously, engaging their full capacity.
