Program and Campus Manager
Website Adaptive Outdoor Education Center
Educational & Recreational programs for all abilities and ages.
PROGRAM AND CAMPUS MANAGER
ADAPTIVE OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER
BRUNSWICK, MAINE
The Adaptive Outdoor Education Center (AOEC) believes that everyone deserves the opportunity to experience adventure, community, and belonging. Through year-round adaptive recreation and education programs, we empower individuals with disabilities to build confidence, independence, and meaningful connections.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, energetic, highly organized, and mission-driven Program and Campus Manager to join our passionate team. This full-time opportunity is a multi-faceted position including hands-on programming, supervision, grant writing, staff and volunteer coordination, community partnership, fundraising and sponsorship programs. In addition, supervision of overall campus events and grounds is expected for quality programming. The ability to work closely with the Board of Directors will help ensure that growth of the AOEC’s impact and mission is expected.
The mission of the AOEC is to enhance the quality of life for all people with disabilities through adaptive recreation and education programs.The AOEC has two campuses, one is located in Brunswick Maine, and the other is a fully accessible lodge in Carrabassett Valley, Maine. Off campus programming takes place at various locations throughout the state.
Program activities assist and enhance participants in gaining recreation and social skills, to increase physical strength, improve self-image, gain confidence, and develop friendships. Participants benefit from physical and social activities that enrich their lives and contribute to community inclusion and acceptance.
Job Summary
The position of Program and Campus Manager will be located primarily on the AOEC campus in Brunswick. The person will fill the role of manager who oversees the following:
Staffing
Oversees day-to-day operations of program, program development and schedules
Supervision of staff and volunteers
Ensure all program spaces are safe, clean, and orderly
Evaluate and conduct staff and job performance
Ensure program quality
Develop protocols for staff for health and safety of program and participants
2. Programming
Advertise program offerings in identified sources
Maintenance of the program website and other social media sites
Assign staff hours (with flexibility)
Develop protocols as needed (safety, behavior, etc.)
Assist in programs as needed, as assigned by Board of Directors
Develop relationships with agencies, families, funders, and other program sites
Oversee program budgets and purchases
Visit other program sites as needed
3. Training
Provide or arrange seasonal activity training for staff and volunteers
Ensure CPR and FA for all staff are current
Review safety protocols for the program campus
Encourage staff to learn new skills for program development
4. Financial
Assist with fundraising efforts and Board requests
Write grants
Oversee program budget
5. Building and Grounds
Ensure program spaces within and outside the buildings are secure prior to programs beginning, and when programs are completed, or other groups are on site
Develop written protocols for staff/volunteers
Qualifications
Passion for inclusion, accessibility, outdoor recreation and the arts
Excellent communication, organizational and relationship skills
Ability to multi-task on a daily basis
Successful grant writing experience
Experience in the non-profit sector with a minimum of 3 years managerial experience
Background and experience in recreation, education, hospitality, or related field preferred
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Must be able to work evenings and weekend as needed
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Current certifications in First Aid and CPR, or willingness to get certified.
Salary
Commensurate with experience
If you are interested in helping to make a difference in the lives of folks with disabilities, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to aoecsearch@gmail.com. Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
The Adaptive Outdoor Education Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
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