Camp Mardela is Seeking to Hire a New Camp Administrator

Camp Mardela • Denton, MD

Camp Mardela, a Church of the Brethren-affiliated 125-acre retreat and summer camp facility bordering Martinak State Park on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, is seeking a gifted and visionary individual with a passion for outdoor ministry to serve as the next camp administrator. This full-time position is open as of Nov. 1, 2026. The duties of the administrator include overseeing the overall development and operation of the camp, building and coordinating the retreat and conference programs, promoting the camp, supervising other staff and volunteers, and networking with the camp’s various stakeholders. A full position description is available upon request.

Qualifications for this position include strong skills in administration, organization, communication, marketing, program development, hospitality, and leadership, along with basic computer and finance skills. A bachelor’s degree and/or appropriate certification is required, along with at least two seasons of camp supervisory experience and knowledge and an understanding of ACA core competencies. The administrator should have an appreciation and understanding of Church of the Brethren beliefs and values.

Salary is paid bi-monthly. Benefits include Health benefits, Retirement contributions, and on-site housing and utilities (in a separate home near the camp office) are included.

To apply, please send a letter of interest and resumé to Camp Mardela board chair via email to mardelasearch@hotmail.com