Overview
The Program Director oversees the supervision, operation, and strategic development of all summer programs, including Discovery Overnight Camp (on-campus sleepover), Day Camp (on- and off-campus day camps), and Adventure Programs (offsite camping-based). This role also encompasses the management of permitting, safety, licensing, equipment, and logistics related to the summer programs. The Program Director will recruit, train, and supervise the Summer Program Managers while supporting the broader team of seasonal summer program staff.
This role requires the ability to thrive in a dynamic, autonomous, and deadline-driven environment, with both a detail-oriented and big-picture focus. The Program Director ensures program quality by developing curricula that meet or exceed expectations and continually improving offerings to expand KSS’s impact and reach. As a member of the senior leadership team, the Program Director will collaborate with other directors and staff to share resources and develop, schedule, market, and implement programs.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (education, science, management, outdoor recreation) or relevant combined education and demonstrated experience.
Must be at least 21 years of age and must have 12 months (1,820 hours) of verified leadership experience in an administrative or supervisory position with groups of children aged 5 years or older since attaining the age of 18 years.
Current Wilderness First Responder (WFR) and CPR certifications from an approved vendor
About Keystone Science School
With the outdoors as a backdrop for learning, Keystone Science School inspires curiosity and critical thinking through the lens of science to change lives and strengthen communities. KSS offers a variety of adventure and traditional camp activities within a structured environment designed to allow each camper and participant to understand their potential. In all programs, campers and participants will create lifelong friendships, explore and learn about the natural world, and gain leadership and wilderness skills. For more information go to keystonescienceschool.org
With a staff that cares deeply about social justice and racial justice, we believe that diverse perspectives and backgrounds create a rich work environment and enhance our ability to pursue our mission. We are committed to building an organization with raised consciousness in order to impact how we work with clients, as well as how we work together as a team.
