Program Manager

PROGRAM AND CAMPUS MANAGER

ADAPTIVE OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER

BRUNSWICK, MAINE

Program and Campus Manager

The Adaptive Outdoor Education Center (AOEC) believes that everyone deserves the

opportunity to experience adventure, community, and belonging. Through year-round

adaptive recreation and education programs, we empower individuals with disabilities to

build confidence, independence, and meaningful connections.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, energetic, highly organized, and mission-driven

Program and Campus Manager to join our passionate team. This full-time opportunity

is a multi-faceted position including hands-on programming, supervision, grant writing,

staff and volunteer coordination, community partnership, fundraising and sponsorship

programs. In addition, supervision of overall campus events and grounds is expected for

quality programming. The ability to work closely with the Board of Directors will help

ensure that growth of the AOEC’s impact and mission is expected.

About the Program

The mission of the AOEC is to enhance the quality of life for all people with disabilities

through adaptive recreation and education programs.The AOEC has two campuses,

one is located in Brunswick Maine, and the other is a fully accessible lodge in

Carrabassett Valley, Maine. Off campus programming takes place at various locations

throughout the state.

Program activities assist and enhance participants in gaining recreation and social

skills, to increase physical strength, improve self-image, gain confidence, and develop

friendships. Participants benefit from physical and social activities that enrich their lives

and contribute to community inclusion and acceptance.

Job Summary

The position of Program and Campus Manager will be located primarily on the AOEC

campus in Brunswick. The person will fill the role of manager who oversees the

following:

1. Staffing

• Oversees day-to-day operations of program, program development and schedules

• Supervision of staff and volunteers

• Ensure all program spaces are safe, clean, and orderly

• Evaluate and conduct staff and job performance

• Ensure program quality

• Develop protocols for staff for health and safety of program and participants

2. Programming

• Advertise program offerings in identified sources

• Maintenance of the program website and other social media sites

• Assign staff hours (with flexibility)

• Develop protocols as needed (safety, behavior, etc.)

• Assist in programs as needed, as assigned by Board of Directors

• Develop relationships with agencies, families, funders, and other program sites

• Oversee program budgets and purchases

• Visit other program sites as needed

3. Training

• Provide or arrange seasonal activity training for staff and volunteers

• Ensure CPR and FA for all staff are current

• Review safety protocols for the program campus

• Encourage staff to learn new skills for program development

4. Financial

• Assist with fundraising efforts and Board requests

• Write grants

• Oversee program budget

5. Building and Grounds

• Ensure program spaces within and outside the buildings are secure prior to

programs beginning, and when programs are completed, or other groups are on site

• Develop written protocols for staff/volunteers

Qualifications

• Passion for inclusion, accessibility, outdoor recreation and the arts

• Excellent communication, organizational and relationship skills

• Ability to multi-task on a daily basis

• Successful grant writing experience

• Experience in the non-profit sector with a minimum of 3 years managerial

experience

• Background and experience in recreation, education, hospitality, or related field

preferred

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• Must be able to work evenings and weekend as needed

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

• Current certifications in First Aid and CPR, or willingness to get certified.

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Why Join Us

If you are interested in helping to make a difference in the lives of folks with disabilities,

please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to

aoecsearch@gmail.com. Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position

is filled.

The Adaptive Outdoor Education Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.