Position Description
Title: Assistant Summer Camp Director
Department: Special Programs Supervisor: Summer Camp Director
Status: Seasonal/Hourly/Non-Exempt
Education: High School Diploma required; College degree preferred; Preferably two or more years of experience in Childhood and Youth Development
Position Summary: This position is responsible for assisting with the successful coordination of the Camden County PSA Summer Camp Program
Essential Responsibilities/Duties:
- Assist the Summer Camp Director with the efficient and effective day-to-day operations of the summer camp program
- Assist with daily activities, special events, and field trips
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Assist with the training, supervision, and evaluation of the seasonal staff of the Summer Camp Program, i.e., Lead Camp Counselors, and Camp Counselors
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Assist Summer Camp Director to ensure compliance with all safety standards, health regulations, and licensing requirements
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Assist Summer Camp Director to engage in risk management for all aspects of the summer camp program
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Assist the Summer Camp Director with camp budget, expenditures, and purchasing of supplies
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Communicate effectively with parents, guardians and the community, including addressing concerns promptly
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Assist with marketing efforts to promote camp registration, including creating content for social media and brochures
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Assist with the management of inventories of equipment and supplies for summer camp
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Monitor the changing context within which the camp’s programs and services are provided
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Work collaboratively with camper families to build relationships and ensure high level support of campers
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Knowledge and passion for youth development
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Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
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Personable, nurturing and energetic
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Resourceful and strong critical-thinking skills
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Knowledge of development needs of youth; behavior management techniques, safety regulations and emergency procedures
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Skill in supervisory and management principles and practices
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Skill in handling sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality
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Skill in team building, training, evaluating, and instructing staff
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Skill in preparing budget analysis, cost projections, and cost-benefit analyses
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Skill in word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, and email software.
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Skill in conflict resolution
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Ability to act calmly and effectively in emergency situations
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Ability to motivate staff
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Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of camp staff, campers, parents
Working Environment: Typically works in an indoor environment; some work will be completed in an office while; other work will be in large open areas inside the facility; some work may be outside during summer conditions
Physical Requirements: Ability to work varying hours depending on summer camp scheduling requirements; Will be required to work in varying weather conditions, sun, heat, rain; Must be able to move around the camp, including walking, running, standing, and lifting equipment.
