Description

Program Director

Hybrid | $71,000/year | Full-Time Exempt

OVERVIEW

Camp del Corazon is a non-profit organization serving children with heart disease and their families. Our main program is a cost-free 5-day, 3 session residential summer camp on Catalina Island, sending over 300 children to camp each summer. Our other programs include a virtual summer camp, a leadership program for 18-25 year olds (P.A.C.E.), an educational symposium, and annual fundraisers.

• Schedule: Full-time 40 hrs/week, plus additional hours during events and programs; peak seasons require 1-2 evenings/week, additional days in office and some weekends
• Location: Mainly in our North Hollywood office; occasional travel within L.A., O.C., Catalina Island (Howland’s Landing) & S.D. and to our storage unit in Van Nuys; remainder remote (subject to specific season needs, scheduled events, and staffing)
• Estimated Start Date: February 2nd, 2026

RESPONSIBILITIES

Summer Camp (In-Person & Virtual)

• Manage volunteer leadership team and coordinate the development and execution of our 3-week summer camp program
• Oversee campsite operations: attend all Catalina residential camp sessions, schedule boat transportation, oversee campsite setup and breakdown
• Manage camper applications with the Executive Program Assistant
• Coordinate with medical team on camper medical review process supplies, and medical supplies
• Create, distribute, and analyze post-camp evaluations
• Manage Summer Camp marketing, outreach & social media

Volunteer Program

• Oversee management of volunteer staff including applications, interviews, hiring, training, activity team trainings and Staff Training Day with the Staffing Coordinator.
• Manage volunteer leadership team and support their development
• Directly supervise, select and train the Executive Program Assistant, Staffing Coordinator, Program Coordinator, P.A.C.E. Coordinators, Wellness Coordinator, VFC Program Coordinator
• Works in partnership with the volunteer medical team

P.A.C.E.

• Plan and execute the Annual Retreat, Campout, and PACEMAKERS service program
• Manage Retreat Coordinator and volunteer leadership staff
• Create, distribute, and analyze P.A.C.E. retreat evaluations
• Supervise P.A.C.E. outreach & social media
• Coordinate fundraising events and opportunities for P.A.C.E. volunteers

Other Camp Events/Fundraisers

• Plan and coordinate events with the Director of Events & Operations, such as Family Festival, Happy Heart Festival and Staff Appreciation events
• Collaborate with stakeholders on program content, speakers, and logistics
• Manage volunteer efforts with the Executive Program Assistant and Event Volunteer Coordinator
• Mobilize staff fundraising efforts and volunteers
• Coordinate supplies, transport, and program execution, including emcee duties
• Create, distribute, and analyze post-event evaluations

General Operations

• Develop calendars for annual program events and trainings
• Oversee truck/trailer upkeep, storage organization, and inventory management
• Support the Director of Development with marketing, outreach & social media efforts
• Develop, manage, and oversee program budgets and implementation in collaboration with the Director of Development
• Report regularly to the Board of Directors and stakeholders

Interested applicants should contact Kylie@campdelcorazon.org and let her know where you saw this job posting. Please email your resume and cover letter, and provide contact information for two references from outside the Camp del Corazon organization.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Supervisory experience managing groups including volunteer coordination, youth programs development, and tiered task delegation
• Experience with camps, youth programs and/or nonprofits
• Proficient in Excel, Google Suite, Canva, database management, learning new technology and tasks, social media; basic photo/video editing and graphic design
• Strong communicator with public speaking experience; organized, proactive, and adaptable self-starter
• Comfortable lifting 25 lbs (organizing & moving event/program supplies)
• Must be able to drive a truck with trailer (training provided)
• Must be able to reside on Catalina Island campsite for 13 days in August
• Must be able to attend P.A.C.E. retreat Memorial Day weekend in Glendale, CA
• Ability to speak Spanish preferred but not required