San Diego Wave Camps is seeking a Site Director for our La Costa camp at San Dieguito Sports Complex (July 6–10, 2026), with option to work all summer.
We’re looking for a strong leader who thrives in a team-oriented environment, enjoys mentoring staff, and is passionate about youth sports.
In this role, you’ll lead a team of coaches, build a positive staff culture, and ensure campers have a fun, safe, and development-focused experience. This is a great opportunity to combine leadership, coaching, and program management in one role.
The selected candidate may have the opportunity to begin working as early as May 2026 in a part-time, paid role supporting group sales and community outreach for San Diego Wave Camps.
- Promote camp programs to local schools, teams, and community organizations
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Build relationships with families and youth sports groups to support enrollment efforts
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Gain valuable experience in sports sales, marketing, and operations
This is a great opportunity to increase earnings, build professional experience, and get a head start before the summer camp season begins.
- Ensure a safe, structured, and inclusive environment for campers ages 4–12
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Manage daily logistics including check-in/check-out, scheduling, and transitions
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Communicate professionally with parents, guardians, and staff
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Handle problem-solving, conflict resolution, and on-site decision-making
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Uphold and represent the Wave Camps FC brand with professionalism and integrity
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Gain leadership experience in sports management, youth development, and operations
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Make a lasting impact on young athletes in your community
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Work outdoors in a high-energy, team-driven environment
- Experience leading youth programs, summer camps, or sports camps
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Background in soccer coaching or playing (high school level or higher preferred)
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Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and staff members simultaneously
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Excellent communication and conflict-resolution abilities
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High energy, professionalism, and accountability
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Passion for youth development through sports
- Ideally a 6-week summer commitment: June 22 – July 31, 2026
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Monday–Friday, approximately 8 hours per day
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Ability to travel to camp locations
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Must pass a comprehensive background screening
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Comfortable driving a rented camp van if needed
Compensation:
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$1,400 – $1,600 per week, based on experience
