Senior Camp Director - Woodward West

Location: Tehachapi, California

Woodward West, located in sunny southern California, is a world-class action sports destination and camp. Our employee experience and culture are derived from our main product: FUN. We work, progress, and play in a world of innovative environments. If this sounds like what you are looking for, we'd love to hear from you!

For over fifty years Woodward has been the leader in lifestyle and action sports progression. Offering innovative facilities and the best summer camp experience, Woodward is a world-class destination for both aspiring youth and professional athletes. Woodward is a community where action sports and snow sports enthusiasts are given the tools necessary to reach new heights in an atmosphere that fosters creativity and passion. The Woodward West summer camp is tucked in the beautiful Tehachapi Mountains and is designed as its own Western town. Woodward West features 11 parks, a 54,000 square feet indoor riding facility, a four-lane bowling alley, a 200-seat theater and is home to the infamous Animal Chin ramp. Woodward West offers a unique and intimate summer experience at an easily accessible location just two hours north of Los Angeles.

This is a full-time year-round position with a robust benefits package including Flexible Time Off, matching 401k, Health Benefits, Annual Bonus Incentive Program, and more. The proposed annual salary starts at $85,000. Actual pay may be adjusted based on experience.

POSITION SUMMARY:

POWDR is seeking a dynamic, thoughtful, and innovative candidate to serve as Senior Camp Director for Woodward West. The Senior Camp Director of Woodward West leads all aspects of large-scale youth camp operations. It is a senior management-level position which requires experience in a lead role in the summer camp and action sports industries. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of action sports as it relates to progression in skateboard, BMX, scooter, roller skate, mountain bike, parkour, and trampoline disciplines. The successful candidate will have the ability to implement and administer action sports programs which support the company's core values and strategic plan.

Essential functions & Major Responsibilities:

OPERATIONAL LEADERSHIP

1. Responsible for direction and operations of Woodward West Summer Camps & Event Season Operations.
2. Oversees standard operating procedures, property maintenance, and daily operations of Woodward West Summer Camps & Event Season.
3. Responsible for risk management function for Woodward West operations including emergency response plans, development and oversight of safety training, and documentation for all incidents.
4. Has direct management oversight of departments including Food & Beverage, Health & Safety, and Facilities Maintenance.
5. Responsible for oversight and management of programming specific components that impact the camper experience.
6. Leads and inspires all team members to create exceptional inclusive experiences for guests and staff.
7. Effectively manages cultural and operational change by proactively identifying impacts to the employee and guest experience.
8. Assists in the strategic planning for development of indoor and outdoor facilities for summer and winter operations.

GUEST & RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

1. Oversees Guest Research program for Woodward West including communication of results to team leaders, guest follow up, and departmental action planning.
2. Develop relationships with key action sports industry athletes, influencers, shop managers and organizations.
3. Be a leader in the community to be good stewards of the brand.

SALES & OUTREACH LEADERSHIP

1. In partnership with the VP of Camps & Programming, provide positive leadership to champion camp sales programs.
2. Provide direction and support for group sales functional owner as needed.
3. Recognize, reward and coach team members in support of sales & outreach efforts.

TALENT & CULTURE

1. Leads Talent & Culture and is a champion of the employee experience.
2. Leads all core Human Capital Management functions including talent acquisition, development, engagement and retention programs.
3. Responsible for overall employee experience and sets the tone for the local culture of Woodward West.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

1. In collaboration with Finance, oversees all budget planning, monthly financial reporting, and capital planning and tracking.
2. Responsible for maintaining Operating Permits & Licenses and complying with all applicable federal, state and local government regulations.

Specific Job Skills:

1. Professional, positive and enthusiastic team player with strong interpersonal skills.
2. Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task and function in a fast-paced environment.
3. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
4. Change management and advocacy skills.
5. Proven success working cross-functionally in a team-oriented environment.
6. Passion for the action sports, adventure lifestyle.

Woodward believes that diverse backgrounds and perspectives can have a positive impact in this role. Here are some of the attributes that can help this position be successful:

1. Action oriented business leader who is focused on driving results.
2. Highly collaborative and invested in the success of your team.
3. Clear and constant communicator and great listener.
4. Comfortable with ambiguity and complexity while leading at a fast pace.

You make us Woodward. We are a welcoming community that celebrates individual stories, backgrounds, experiences, and identities where we all have "different" in common. We believe in the strength of representing all voices and having space for everyone. We believe in pushing boundaries and bringing our authentic selves to work while embracing uniqueness, creativity, and different points of view.

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