Hawthorn Farm Athletic Club seeks a passionate business leader in the fun and rewarding areas of youth camps and recreational programming. This leader will grow profit while delivering excellence and changing lives! This is a high-level position best suited to a professional with a degree (preferred in business, exercise science, education, or related) as well as relevant experience in programming and management.

The responsibilities are youth camps (preschool through teen, next scheduled for June 2023) as well as the business and management structure behind new pickleball, basketball, and rock wall programming for all ages! Join a team with an outstanding culture where you can make a true impact.

Compensation: Looking for long-term fit. Based on qualifications & experience. Range starts at $55,000.

The Camp Recreation Director (CRD) oversees core program business functions of:

• Budgeting and KPIs, including pricing and sales targets, overseeing hiring, training, and all labor planning, marketing, inventory, supplies, and related.
• The CRD is responsible for project managing marketing launches as well as customer purchasing/registration procedures. These areas require working collaboratively with HFAC’s existing teams in marketing, web page, software, and administration.
• We are a midsize company with a family culture. Leaders participate however needed, and duties may also include hands-on direct communication and interaction with participants and/or parents of participants. Must be willing to work in and on the business.
• The CRD is responsible for the care, safety, protection, and supervision of staff and participants.
• Successful execution of the CRD’s business initiatives includes resource development, employee training, and delivering to brand standards. HFAC has the highest standards in quality and a unique brand approach with an emphasis on promoting healthy mental and physical habits for a lifetime. The CRD must be highly collaborative.
• The CRD compiles, documents, and upholds all activities, protocols, and policies for each camp/program type, which are subject to approval.Responsible for all documentation, training, standardization, and implementation of business plans. Again, the CRD must be highly collaborative and a strong leader to accomplish these duties.

• Knowledge of best practices for program policies, rules, and guidelines to promote safety when working with children and sports, and a proven willingness to learn, develop and uphold new best practices where needed.
• Strong administration, organization, and documenting skills.
• A love of kids, parents, and recreation. An overall passion for the work!
• Demonstrated experience in budget development and management.
• This is a high-level business position that requires strong HR skills to either directly manage or oversee hiring, training, performance management/quality control, and terminations.
• Demonstrated experience in managing 5+ employees.
• Must have worked in a relevant field for at least 2 years.
• First Aid & CPR certification is required prior to the first day of HFAC’s 2023 Summer camp.
• Must be up-to-date on Covid vaccinations.

The ideal candidate will have experience in planning programs, the ability to work collaboratively with others, possess excellent leadership, management, and organizational skills. The CRD must be patient, passionate, detail-oriented, and profit-driven without sacrificing quality, brand, or core values.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently need to walk, stand, sit, talk, hear, and use a computer. The employee is occasionally required to operate objects or tools and reach with arms and hands. At times, the employee may need to climb, balance, stoop, or kneel. The job requires frequent light lifting (5-10 lbs.) and infrequent heavy lifting of up to 50 lbs.

The applicant must have the ability to pass a background check. Must also have the ability/willingness to have a flexible work schedule based on the needs of the business. The position needs will vary seasonally and will include weekend and evening work responsibilities.

We are a Wellness Community, deeply committed to supporting each person’s unique journey of health. Owned & managed by a local family business, HFAC has long-term history & vision that prioritizes whole-person health, business health, & culture first.

As an established independent Club, HFAC has the flexibility to adapt & innovate. New hybrid resources, mental well-being emphasis & behavioral health tools are here to stay as an integrated part of membership. Lead HFAC's fitness-related services in growing post-pandemic in these new & traditional ways.

Our award-winning facility is a deeply valued part of HFAC Members’ lives. Filled with natural light, broad amenities & abundant equipment, there is something for everyone. Plus, it just keeps getting better with ongoing investment. What really makes HFAC special is the people. Come be a key part of something truly special!