2027 Seasonal Assistant Director - Culture Creator

DEAN Adventure Camps • Haverford, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

DEAN Camps is hiring a seasonal Assistant Site Director of Operations, Culture, & Engagement to help create a supportive, energetic, inclusive camp environment for team members and campers. Working closely with the Site Director, this role strengthens team morale, coordinates camp-wide events, and helps ensure each day is connected and purposeful. The position involves leadership and support for a team of 40 or more seasonal team members, engagement with campers, parent interactions, and program coverage as daily needs require.

This is a full-time, on-site seasonal position in Haverford, Pennsylvania, running June 14 through August 20. Leadership hours span 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., with rotating schedules among the director team. The role requires working in an active outdoor environment, traversing a 200-acre campus in varied weather and high temperatures, and being able to lift 50 pounds and respond quickly to emergencies. Candidates must have current First Aid and CPR certification, be up to date on immunizations, and provide emergency health information upon hire.

Requirements

• Two years of experience working in summer camp leadership, education, recreation, or youth development.
• Experience supporting programs serving more than 150 children per week, with a focus on mentoring peers, resolving conflicts, and building morale among teams of 40 or more.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification.
• Must be up to date on all immunizations and willing to provide emergency health information upon hire.
• Ability to commute to 370 Lancaster Ave, Haverford, PA 19041.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, respond quickly to emergencies, and work in an active outdoor environment.
• Comfort traversing a 200-acre campus for long periods in high temperatures and varied weather.
• Strong communication and people skills, including empathy, patience, clarity, conflict resolution, and the ability to give and accept constructive feedback.
• Ability to work in semi-structured, fast-paced, high-energy environments, indoors and outdoors.
• Organized and reliable, with the ability to balance structured programming and flexibility.
• Comfort using technology tools such as Slack, Google Workspace, AI platforms, and Airtable.
• Adaptability, quick thinking, initiative, high energy, enthusiasm, and a people-focused approach.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with or aptitude for hands-on STEAM activities such as robotics, coding, woodworking, sewing, and cooking.
• Experience with sports and outdoor activities such as skateboarding, biking, and outdoor exploration.
• Ability and interest in engaging campers ages 4–5 through STEAM, baking, and dance movement.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive camp culture that fosters kindness, inclusion, strong morale, growth, and effective collaboration.
• Lead themed weeks and engagement events, including Friday showcases, scavenger hunts, and team-building activities; use decorations, music, and camper activities to bring themes to life.
• Support morning assemblies with cheers, team-member spotlights, and camper recognition reflecting DEAN’s values.
• Mentor team members, mediate conflicts, and model calm, confident, and inclusive leadership.
• Communicate with 40 or more seasonal team members to support collaboration and consistency across departments and programs.
• Address parent needs as directed by the Site Director.
• Engage directly with campers, assist with transitions, support groups, and help maintain a safe, positive environment.
• Oversee carpool and parent interactions, assigning energetic team members and creating a welcoming experience, with costumes and music especially on Fridays.
• Support, manage, and coach counselors in tandem with the Site Director throughout the day.
• Identify performance concerns and provide real-time feedback, redirection, and support.
• Reinforce DEAN expectations, procedures, culture, and standards.
• Support the Site Director in delegating responsibilities and keeping the team moving effectively.
• Support campers who need additional behavioral or emotional support.
• Provide program coverage as needed for transitions, lunch and recess, arrival, breaks, dismissal, or other areas.
• Jump into hands-on activities when needed, including STEAM, sports, outdoor exploration, creative play, baking, and dance movement.

Benefits

• Pay range of $1,050–$1,150 per week.
• Paid pre-summer remote training on leadership, operations, and DEIB, plus in-person team and logistics training during the week of June 7.
• Reimbursement for all required background checks and certifications.
• $50 bonus for each hired referral, with no referral limits.
• Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and parking.
• Employee discounts on camp rates for family members, outdoor gear, art supplies, electronics, and more.
• Resume-building experience, letters of recommendation, and networking opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed