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Chief Operating Officer & Camp Director - Stanford Sierra Camp and Conference Center
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tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
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 United States, California, Palo Alto | |||||||||
 Mar 03, 2026 | |||||||||
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Chief Operating Officer & Camp Director - Stanford Sierra Camp and Conference Center ID
102320
At a glance Another Source is proud to partner with Stanford Sierra Camp & Conference Center on the search for a Chief Operating Officer & Camp Director in South Lake Tahoe, CA.
Nestled on Fallen Leaf Lake and owned by Stanford University, Stanford Sierra Camp is a beloved alumni family camp and conference center serving thousands of guests each year. The Camp operates with a dedicated Board and a large seasonal workforce, blending hospitality, tradition, and lifelong Stanford connection in a truly unique residential setting.
The Camp Director serves as a highly visible leader - engaging directly with families, alumni, staff, and community partners - while balancing safety, operational leadership, modernization efforts, and preservation of the camp's distinctive culture and "camp magic."
We welcome interest from both seasoned executives and strong leaders who are ready to step into their first Director/COO-level role. The ideal candidate will bring steady judgment, strong people leadership, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, residential community where visibility and connection matter. Description: What you'll be doing Another Source's client, Stanford Sierra Camp & Conference Center, is recruiting a Chief Operating Officer and Camp Director to join their team in South Lake Tahoe, CA (Fallen Leaf Lake). This is a fully onsite leadership role with required on-site housing from early June through mid-September each year.
Here's a little about Stanford Sierra Camp & Conference Center:
Nestled at the edge of Desolation Wilderness on Fallen Leaf Lake, Stanford Sierra Camp & Conference Center (SSC) is a one-of-a-kind destination that blends natural beauty, community, and lifelong connection to Stanford University. Owned by SAA Sierra Program, LLC and operating in partnership with the Stanford Alumni Association, SSC serves as both a beloved alumni family camp and a full-service conference center.
The property accommodates up to 300 guests and 95 staff, offering robust recreational programming, meeting facilities, and full-service dining. Each summer, Stanford alumni and their families gather for a uniquely immersive camp experience rooted in tradition, outdoor adventure, and meaningful connection. In the spring and fall, conference groups enjoy a retreat-style setting that combines hospitality excellence with mission-driven engagement. SSC is not simply a camp - it is a multigenerational community and an extension of the Stanford experience.
Learn more at: https://stanfordsierra.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/stanfordsierra/
About this role:
The Chief Operating Officer and Camp Director serves as the visionary and operational leader of Stanford Sierra Camp. Reporting to the SAA Sierra Program LLC Board of Directors and the Stanford Alumni Association Chief Financial Officer, this executive provides strategic direction while maintaining a highly visible, hands-on presence across the property.
This role calls for a dynamic leader who can move seamlessly between board-level strategy and front-line engagement with guests and seasonal staff. You will set long-range goals, steward financial sustainability, cultivate alumni relationships, and ensure that every guest and staff member experiences a safe, inclusive, and exceptional environment.
The Camp Director leads a seasoned leadership team with six direct reports - Assistant Camp Director, Director of Facilities, Sales & Marketing Director, Human Resources Director, Food Services Director/Executive Chef, and Reservations Manager - and oversees more than 150 seasonal staff annually. This is an opportunity to shape culture, build community, and guide a complex hospitality operation that blends recreation, education, and alumni engagement.
Scope & Impact
Strategic Leadership
Provide overarching leadership for all camp and conference operations, aligning strategy with mission and long-term sustainability
Financial Oversight
Operational Excellence
Staffing & Employee Relations
Team Leadership & Coaching
Summer Program Leadership
Conference & Hospitality Management
Food Service Oversight
Guest & Alumni Relations
Facilities, Safety & Risk Management
Water System Management
What you will bring:
Preferred Certifications & Licenses
Compensation:
The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $187,000- 210,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
Why Stanford is for You: https://careersearch.stanford.edu/benefits
Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination:
Stanford is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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