Executive Director

Camp of the Hills Mission Statement: Create space and invitation to see, hear, know and experience God. 

For over three decades, Camp of the Hills has been a place of transformation, providing hope and restoration through Christ-centered ministry serving low-income, at-risk and underserved children. This is for an executive leader to step in and build upon a deeply rooted legacy.

We are searching for a servant leader with a deep heart for ministry, an inspiring presence, and the strategic acumen to guide our camp into a sustainable and thriving future. If you have a passion for local missions, an ability to grow and mature ministry programs, and the relational skills to engage diverse stakeholders, we invite you to prayerfully consider this call.

Who You Are:

  • A Compassionate Leader: Your heart beats for at-risk children and families. You are energized by engaging with campers, parents, volunteers, donors, staff, and community leaders in an authentic and relational way.
  • A High-EQ Communicator: You listen first, lead with discernment, and handle challenges with wisdom, diplomacy, and grace. You can tell the story of Camp of the Hills in a compelling way that moves people to action.
  • A Champion for Staff: You deeply value the “boots-on-the-ground” insights of your team and advocate for them at the board level. You create a culture of professional development, personal growth, and teamwork.
  • A Strategic Thinker & Steward: You have a track record of setting and achieving strategic goals, stewarding financial and human resources well, and ensuring long-term sustainability.
  • A Faith-Rooted Servant Leader: You model integrity, humility, and a high commitment to ethical leadership, ensuring that Camp of the Hills remains a beacon of Christ’s love.  

Core Responsibilities:

  • Provide operational leadership to uphold and advance Camp of the Hills’ mission.
  • Engage in fundraising, donor development, and financial oversight, managing a seven-figure budget with transparency and excellence.
  • Oversee strategic planning, goal setting, KPIs, and accountability measures to ensure ministry effectiveness.
  • Manage and develop staff with an emphasis on team dynamics, professional growth, and organizational health.
  • Spearhead capital projects, working with contractors, securing funding, and executing plans effectively.
  • Optimizing camp assets and resources to generate revenue and serve the broader community outside of the summer camp season. 
  • Serve as the primary liaison to the board of directors, fostering alignment between governance and operations.

Preferred Experience & Qualifications:

  • Proven leadership experience in a Christian camp, nonprofit/ministry or corporate setting.
  • Pastoral or discipleship background, demonstrating a history of relational, Christ-centered leadership.
  • Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, cash-flow analysis, and board reporting.
  • Master-site plan oversight experience, from fundraising to construction management.
  • The ability to navigate challenges with flexibility, balancing self-discipline with adaptability.

Are You Called to This Role?

This is more than a job—it’s a calling to steward a ministry that affects thousands of lives. If you feel led to bring your leadership, wisdom, and passion for at-risk children to Camp of the Hills, we would love to hear from you.

To apply or learn more, please contact Michael Thames with a cover letter and resume.