Assistant Camp Director - Camp Campbell

YMCA of Silicon Valley•Boulder Creek, CA

About The Position

The Assistant Camp Director assists with the day-to-day operations of the summer Teen Leadership Program at Camp Campbell. This seasonal position runs from May to August and includes weekly and daily scheduling for staff and campers, supervising programming, and acting in the Camp Director’s absence. The role requires strong leadership, organizational, and creative qualities, and is responsible for helping ensure summer camp operates successfully.

Requirements

Experience as a group counselor or staff member in a camp setting.
Experience planning and facilitating large-group programming.
Ability to speak effectively to large groups.
High school graduate.
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask and fill roles as needed.
Flexible, creative, and mature, with the ability to be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision.
Ability to relate effectively to peers and youth.
Commitment to the values of the YMCA of Silicon Valley and to the individual worth of each camper.
CPR and First Aid certification; these may be obtained upon hire.
Visual ability to recognize hazards in the camp setting and auditory ability to respond appropriately.
Ability to work and communicate well with a variety of age groups.

Nice To Haves

Experience with programming in a camp setting.
Leadership and supervisory experience.
YMCA-approved driver status; this may be obtained upon hire and requires a clean driving record and passing a drug test.

Responsibilities

Assist the Camp Director and leadership team with planning and carrying out pre-camp and in-service staff training.
Assist with the supervision and appraisal of unit leaders and counselors.
Maintain records as required by the Camp Director.
Coordinate matters involving overlapping responsibilities, seeking the best solution for campers and the camp.
Oversee staff and campers in assigned program areas.
Establish and maintain systems for check-in, cabin lists, schedules, and check-out.
Assist with overall program development in assigned camp areas, including meals.
Check in with staff daily and provide appropriate support and leadership to counselors.
Assist the Camp Director with daily functions and act in the Director’s absence.
Perform assigned coordinator duties each week.
Use the established system to communicate with other camp departments.
Work and communicate effectively with other leadership team members.
Assist with training all staff.
Observe camper and staff behavior, respond to health and safety concerns, recognize hazards, and manage daily and weekly schedules and organizational duties.