• Organization Overview:

  The Mel Jr. & Marty Zajac Foundation is a not-for-profit organization, located in Vancouver, BC, whose mandate is to support children, seniors and those with special needs through innovative community projects focused on developing lifelong skills and independence. Our current major focus is Zajac Ranch, a camp in Mission, BC, for children with chronic, life-threatening and/or debilitating conditions.

   

  Located on the shores of Stave Lake in Mission, BC, just one hour east of Vancouver, Zajac Ranch is situated on over 41 acres of pristine forested land. During the summer months, Zajac Ranch provides camps for children and young adults with chronic, life-threatening and/or debilitating conditions. Throughout the off-season, Zajac Ranch welcomes school groups and private rental groups. Revenue raised from site rentals supports Zajac Ranch for Children medical summer camps.

   

  Position Summary:

  The Director of Camp Operations & Recreation is the senior on-site leader responsible for the year-round operational delivery of Zajac Ranch, including medical summer camps, recreation and program services, rental-group experiences, guest hospitality, staff leadership, safety, and operational readiness. The Director ensures that the Ranch is welcoming, well organized, safe, and prepared to deliver high-quality experiences for campers, families, group leaders, guests, staff, and volunteers.

   

  Working closely with the General Manager and Ranch department leads, the Director coordinates the people, programs, facilities, food service, recreation resources, schedules, and service standards required for each camp session and rental group. The role combines hands-on camp and recreation leadership with strong hospitality, operational planning, and team management.

   

  Reports To: General Manager

  Direct Reports: Assistant Camp Director and seasonal/program staff and volunteers, as applicable

   

  What You Bring:

• Energetic, enthusiastic, positive, and committed to creating exceptional experiences.
• A collaborative leadership style and an understanding of how departments must work together to deliver a seamless camp and guest experience.
• A strong service mindset with a commitment to hospitality and going above and beyond for campers, families, group leaders, and guests.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patience, empathy, creativity, and an ability to create supportive and inclusive environments.
• Adaptability and sound judgment in a dynamic, seasonal, and sometimes unpredictable operating environment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• A hands-on leadership approach and a genuine enthusiasm for recreation, camps, and experiential programming.

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