Executive Director
Camp Albemarle | Newport, North Carolina
Lead a Growing Christian Ministry into Its Next Chapter
Camp Albemarle is seeking a visionary, Christ-centered Executive Director to lead our ministry through an exciting season of growth and transition. Following nearly two decades of transformational leadership, our current Executive Director is retiring, creating an opportunity for a gifted leader to steward and expand a thriving organization dedicated to nurturing spiritual growth through God's creation.
Located on North Carolina's Crystal Coast, Camp Albemarle serves children, youth, adults, families, churches, schools, and individuals with diverse abilities through a variety of year- round ministries, including residential summer camps, day camps, The Nature School, after- school programs, homeschool enrichment, retreat ministries, and Boundless Horizons programming.
Today, Camp Albemarle operates as a multi-program Christian nonprofit with an annual budget exceeding $2 million and a growing impact throughout eastern North Carolina and beyond.
OUR MISSION
Camp Albemarle nurtures spiritual growth in children, youth, and adults through interaction with the wonders of God's creation while fostering deep relationships with Christ in our churches, communities, and the world.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Executive Director serves as the chief executive officer of Camp Albemarle and is responsible for (setting and executing the strategic direction of the organization ensuring long-term ministry impact, financial sustainability, organizational health, and faithful advancementofCampAlbemarle’smission). ReportingdirectlytotheBoardofDirectors, the Executive Director provides spiritual, strategic, operational, and financial leadership for all aspects of the ministry.
The successful candidate will be a proven Christian leader who can develop people, strengthen systems, build community partnerships, cultivate donors, and guide a complex, multi-program organization into its next season of growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Mission & Spiritual Leadership
- Champion Camp Albemarle's Christian mission, values, and Reformed theological foundation.
- Foster a Christ-centered culture among staff, volunteers, participants, and stakeholders. • Ensure all programs and initiatives align with the organization's mission and ministry objectives.
- Serve as a visible spiritual leader and ambassador for the organization.
Strategic Leadership
- Lead implementation of the Board-approved strategic plan.
- Identify and pursue opportunities for organizational growth and ministry expansion.
- Develop long-term strategies that strengthen Camp Albemarle's impact and sustainability. • Collaborate with the Board to establish priorities, goals, and performance measures.
Executive Management
- Provide leadership and oversight for all organizational operations, programs, facilities, and staff.
- Build strong systems, accountability structures, and operational excellence across departments.
- Build, lead, and empower a high-capacity senior leadership team with clear accountability, decision-making authority, and shared ownership or organizational outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, accreditation standards, and risk management practices.
Lead organizational preparedness and decision-making related to crisis response, child safety, risk mitigation, and emergency management.
Financial Stewardship
- Oversee annual budgeting, financial planning, reporting, and resource allocation. • Strengthen financial sustainability and organizational reserves.
- Monitor financial performance and provide clear reporting to the Board.
- Ensure responsible stewardship of all organizational assets and resources.
Fundraising & External Relations
- Serve as the organization's chief relationship-builder with donors, churches, foundations, community partners, and stakeholders.
- Provide vision and leadership for a comprehensive development strategy, including major gifts, annual giving, church partnerships, grants, and long-term donor engagement.
- Work with our Director of Stewardship and Development to strengthen community partnerships and expand Camp Albemarle's visibility throughout the region.
- Personally cultivate and steward key donor relationships and strategic philanthropic partnerships
Represent the organization publicly and communicate its mission effectively to diverse audiences.
Talent Development & Organizational Culture
- Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing staff.
- Foster collaboration, accountability, and professional growth throughout the organization. • Create pathways for leadership development and succession planning.
- Build a culture of trust, excellence, and servant leadership.
INITIAL PRIORITIES
- Lead the organization through leadership transition while preserving mission continuity and strengthening organizational readiness for the future
Assess and strengthen organizational health through staff engagement, leadership development, communication systems, operational clarity, and accountability.
- Enhance financial sustainability and financial reporting processes.
- Increase summer camp enrollment and support continued growth of The Nature School. • Expand donor engagement and fundraising capacity.
- Maximize ministry opportunities associated with the organization properties.
- Strengthen partnerships with churches, families, community organizations, and supporters.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Demonstrated Christian faith and commitment consistent with Camp Albemarle's mission and values.
- Minimum of 7–10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience.
- Proven success leading complex organizations, ministries, nonprofits, educational institutions, camps, or multi-program operations.
- Experience managing budgets, financial planning, and organizational resources.
- Experience supervising, coaching, and developing staff and leadership teams.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with donors, volunteers, community
leaders, and stakeholders.
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or equivalent leadership experience preferred.
- Experience in nonprofit executive leadership, camp administration, Christian ministry, education, or related sectors.
- Fundraising and donor development experience.
- Experience leading organizations with multiple programs, campuses, or service lines. • Strategic planning and organizational development expertise.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
- A mission-centered Christian leader.
- A visionary and strategic thinker.
- An operationally strong executive.
- A builder of people and organizational culture. • A dynamic and compelling communicator.
- A highly relational and visible community presence.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Salary Range: $95,000–$115,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Benefits may include:
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Professional development support
- Performance-based incentives tied to organizational goals
LOCATION
Newport, North Carolina
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should submit by July 30, 2026:
- Cover letter describing their interest and calling to this role to [email protected].
- Resume or curriculum vitae
- Statement of faith
- Three professional references including one from a pastor of the church in which you currently attend
Camp Albemarle is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who are committed to advancing its Christian mission and values.
Join us in helping people foster relationships, nurture growth, and connect with God’s creation.
DISCLAIMERS
- Must complete successful background screening, which includes criminal and drug screening.
- This job description may not be all-inclusive, and employees are expected to perform all other duties as assigned and directed by the board of trustees. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by the board of trustees.
Pay: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
