Description
Come join the team at Mountain Meadow Ranch!
We’re a traditional, co-ed summer camp for youth ages 7–16 located in the beautiful mountains of Northern California. Family-owned and operated since 1956, Mountain Meadow Ranch is all about connection, growth, and outdoor adventure.
We’re looking for a Staff & Program Director to join our year-round leadership team — someone passionate about youth development, community, and camp culture. This is a key leadership role that oversees the hiring and training of all summer staff and helps shape the overall program experience for our campers.
What You’ll Do
- Recruit, hire, and onboard approximately 26 camp counselors and 8 support staff each year, including a kitchen team and health care.
- Design and lead staff training, creating a positive and growth-oriented team culture
- Oversee the summer camp program, ensuring safe, engaging, and memorable experiences for campers and staff alike. Support in training activity areas offered.
- Provide direct support to staff during camp sessions — mentoring, problem-solving and support in fostering positive work environment.
- Collaborate with the camp’s leadership team on activity planning, scheduling, and program innovation
- Ensure compliance with ACA standards, safety protocols, and best practices in youth development
- Assist with off-season work: staff recruitment, program development, evaluation, and preparation for the next summer(including hiring for summer 2026)
- Off-season responsibilities done remotely and on the ground work, May-July/Beginning of August!***
Who You Are - A strong leader who loves working with people — especially young adults and teens
- Experienced in staff management, program planning, or outdoor education (camp experience preferred)
- Experienced with use of Campminder. I.E. application, contracts,staff background checks, etc.
- Highly organized, proactive, and adaptable
- A clear communicator and empathetic listener
- Passionate about the power of camp and committed to helping others grow
- Comfortable working long, energetic summer days and quieter off-seasons of planning and preparation
- Ready to call camp “home” for the summer (on-site housing and meals provided)
Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience (idealy) in camp leadership, program coordination, or staff supervision
- Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Education, or a related field — or equivalent experience
- CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain)
- Valid driver’s license
- Willing to live and work on-site during the summer season
Compensation & Perks
- Competitive annual salary: Compensation is commensurate with experience and competitive within the camping industry, plus housing and meals during the summer season.**
- Housing and meals provided during the summer season
- Professional development opportunities through ACA , WAIC and other training programs
- A welcoming, tight-knit community and the chance to build a lasting career in camping
Why Mountain Meadow Ranch?
Mountain Meadow Ranch isn’t just a summer camp — it’s a home away from home. Here, connection comes naturally, screens fade away, and the beauty of nature inspires exploration and growth. Our close-knit camp family celebrates authenticity, adventure, and the simple joy of being present. Year after year, campers and staff return not just for the fun, but because life here truly shapes who we become.
If you’re passionate about making a difference, love the outdoors, and believe in the power of genuine connection, we’d love to meet you. Join us this summer — and maybe for many more to come.
To apply, send your resume to Kat Whitestone, our Staff & Program Director, at kwhitestone@mountainmeadow.com.
Requirements
Qualifications
2+ years of experience (idealy) in camp leadership, program coordination, or staff supervision
Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Education, or a related field — or equivalent experience
CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain)
Valid driver’s license
Willing to live and work on-site during the summer season
