Program Director, Pearlstone

Job Summary
The Program Director, Pearlstone (PDP) will lead the Program Team at Pearlstone, approximately 7 people, overseeing all educational programs and working in close collaboration with all Pearlstone Departments to create transformative nature-based experiences at Pearlstone and in the Baltimore area.  Under the PDP s supervision, the Program Team offers programs from low-barrier outreach experiences to immersive programs, camps, and overnight retreats. The PDP will cultivate operational excellence and deep educational content for the team and programs. As part of the leadership team at Pearlstone, the PDP will work across departments to ensure the guest/participant experience is transformative and fulfilling. Nationally, the PDP will be part of a national movement to cultivate vibrant Jewish life in deep connection with the earth through environmental education and immersive retreats. The PDP will lead a team of skilled, enthusiastic educators in a fast-based programmatic environment. 

The PDP s team will oversee several core initiatives at Pearlstone:

1. Adamah Adventure Camp
2. Festivals on the Farm
3. Farm and Forest School
4. Adult Education Programs including Way of the Wilderness
5. Holiday and Immersive Retreats
6. Partnership Programs with retreat groups and local organizations, 
7. Other opportunities as they arise. 

Core Responsibilities will include:

• Building, supporting, and maintaining infrastructure, systems and processes that maximize quality content though core pedagogy and outstanding programmatic execution for a robust calendar of signature programmatic initiatives, partnership relationships, and individual workshops and projects.
• Cultivation of a strong team culture of reciprocal interdependence, encouraging team members to support each other, work collaboratively, lead from all seats, and work independently and with confidence.
• Continued development of rich educational resources for learners of all levels.
• Supervision of program team managers including Directors of Adamah Adventure Camp, Holiday and Immersive Retreats, Farm and Forest School, Program Partnerships, and Operations Manager. Some managers are also supervisors, and the PDP will support their leadership.
• Partnership with Executive Director and Advancement Department to ensure compliance with grants and manage funder and key stakeholder relationships.
• Coordination with Pearlstone Executive Director on board and working group engagement, taking the lead on program-related working groups as appropriate.
• Engagement with the Pearlstone leadership team, working with the Pearlstone Executive Director and other department heads to ensure organizational excellence in operations and experience. Participation in regular team meetings as well as a regular cadence of individual meetings with department heads.
• Management of Program Team budget, working closely with the Pearlstone Executive Director and Finance Department.  
• Coordination of Pearlstone Program Team s external communications and marketing, working with program leaders, the MarCom department, and the Pearlstone Executive Director.  Key goals include increasing program participation and increasing frequency and breadth of participation for existing participants. 

Helpful prior skills and experience include:

• Experience with budget management, goal setting, and project oversight.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Experience working with lay leaders preferred but not required.
• Experience with data analysis, marketing, and recruitment is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining a big-picture perspective.
• Commitment to meeting deadlines, accountability, and follow-through.

Adamah Employee Standards:

• Be a team player. Sustain a positive, enthusiastic, and professional attitude always.
• Accommodate requests with a smile and let me see what I can do attitude.
• Adhere to supervisor directives. Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Perform all duties in a timely, accurate, honest, and professional manner.
• Attend weekly department meetings and monthly all-staff meetings.
• Must possess a solid work ethic with strong organizational and time-management skills, excellent attention to detail, professional verbal, and written communication skills in English, as well as provide excellent customer service.
• Must maintain a professional demeanor and be able to adapt to changing situations.
• Other tasks/duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
This is an exempt position with work hours set to Monday-Friday, with some evening and weekend work at times. This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

This position requires a combination of indoor office work and outdoor activities in a variety of weather conditions. The employee must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds, walk and stand for extended periods, and navigate uneven terrain, including grassy, wooded, and unpaved areas. The role also involves extended periods of sitting, computer use, and administrative work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

90 Day Check In:
This position reports to the Executive Director of Pearlstone. After 90 days, there will be a check in between the candidate and the ED. Annually thereafter.