Assistant Camp Director

Cincinnati Nature Center•Milford, OH

4d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to and with direction from the Public Programs Manager and Camp Director, the Assistant Camp Director is accountable for assisting with the planning, delivery, and oversight of CNC’s CincyNature Camp programming. This position collaborates across teams to create a high-quality camp experience that advances CNC’s mission, drives audience growth, grows participants, and contributes to the organization's earned revenue and long-term engagement goals. Direct Reports: 3 Site Coordinators who each oversee 8-10 Camp Counselors

Requirements

Collaborative working style utilizing strong organzational and customer service skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including the use of Outlook
Willingness to learn other software as needed
Use of copy machines, postage machines, telephone, and other general office equipment
Be a passionate advocate for nature to articulate the mission of Cincinnati Nature Center
Communicate effectively and professionally including oral, written, and listening methods
Manage time and multiple priorities to meet deadlines
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts
Exhibit good judgement, honesty, integrity, and responsibility
High school diploma required
1-2 years of experience delivering public programming in an informal education and/or camp setting
Excellent group management skills
Ability to quickly and creatively solve problems
Ability to maintain a professional, calm demeanor when dealing with youth, caregivers, and adults
Ability to schedule staff, maintain program records, and organize materials

Nice To Haves

1 year of leadership experience in a Summer Camp setting preferred
A collaborative and inclusive management style

Responsibilities

Assist the Camp Director with planning, coordination, delivery, and oversight of CNC’s CincyNature Camp programming for all locations, ensuring a safe, high-quality camper experience that aligns with CNC’s goals and program standards.
Supervise, train, and mentor seasonal camp staff, site coordinators, volunteers, and LITs, by providing on-the-ground coaching, feedback, and assuring quality of programming.
Lead day-to-day camp operations, including schedules, staff assignments, drop-off/pick-up, camper ratios, and site readiness.
Deliver curriculum and program activities as assigned, modeling best practices in interpretation and experiential outdoor education and adapting lessons for diverse ages and needs.
Ensure camper safety, health, and well-being by enforcing risk-management and safety protocols, medication/health procedures, emergency response plans, and incident reporting.
Co-Lead all-staff camp training days and provide support to site coordinators during camp training week.
Work closely with site coordinators to facilitate overnight and evening camp experiences.
Serve as the primary point of contact for families during camp sessions – managing routine communications, answering questions, and escalating concerns to the Camp Director as needed.
Manage supplies, materials, and simple purchasing requests
Coordinate with other business units (e.g., Facilities, Registration, Volunteer Team, etc.) to ensure smooth execution of camp-related logistics.
Assist site coordinators with staff scheduling logistics and shift coverage, coordinating closely with the Camp Director to maintain adequate staffing levels.
Support equitable inclusion practices and accessibility for campers with diverse needs, coordinating accommodations and partner resources, as needed and appropriate.
Collect, document, and maintain operational files including management of health forms
Fill in as Acting Camp Director when needed
These job responsibilities represent only the essential and most significant duties of the position.
This job description does not exclude other work assignments, directives, and responsibilities not mentioned herein.