Assistant Camp Director | Behavioral Specialist | Washington, DC

DEAN Adventure Camps • Washington, DC

2d • $1,175 - $1,225 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Site Director of Operations, Logistics & Behavior Support helps ensure DEAN Camps runs safely and smoothly while fostering a caring environment for campers and team members. Working closely with the Site Director, this role oversees daily logistics, streamlines systems, supports camper behavioral needs, and provides leadership to seasonal staff. The position is a full-time, on-site seasonal role in Washington, DC, running from June 14 through August 13. Camp operates from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in summer camp leadership, education, recreation, or youth development.
• Experience supporting programs serving 200 or more children per week, mentoring peers, resolving conflicts, and building team morale among 40 or more team members.
• Experience managing scheduling and reporting systems; examples include Airtable, Slack, and Camp Brain.
• Ability to adapt and solve challenges in a fast-paced environment without waiting to be asked.
• Strong communication skills, including clarity, empathy, patience, intentionality, and collaboration.
• Ability to accept supervisor feedback and use it for professional growth.
• Passion for working with children and teams, and a positive, motivating attitude.
• 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 3825 Wisconsin Ave, Washington, DC 20016.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, respond quickly to emergencies, and work in an active outdoor environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily camp logistics, oversee supplies and inventory, and support site setup and breakdown.
• Help craft daily family updates, respond to parent inquiries, and support professional family communication.
• Coach seasonal team members through challenging situations and identify, de-escalate, and document camper incidents with empathy and consistency.
• Coach team members in real time, model calm leadership, reinforce behavioral expectations, and promote proactive strategies rooted in empathy and accountability.
• Maintain logs, collaborate on family updates, and support early intervention for camper needs.
• Remain visible and engaged during the camp day, supporting transitions and group activities and stepping in where needed.
• Mentor team members, address challenges constructively, and help ensure campers and staff feel supported and included.
• Support, manage, and coach counselors alongside the Site Director; provide real-time feedback and help reinforce expectations, procedures, culture, and standards.
• Help the Site Director delegate responsibilities and keep the team moving effectively.
• Provide program coverage as needed, including transitions, lunch and recess, arrival, breaks, and dismissal.
• Step into hands-on activities when needed, including STEAM activities and creative play with younger campers.

Benefits

• 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 required background checks and certifications.
• $50 referral bonus for each hired referral, with no referral limit.
• Daily lunch, snacks, coffee, and parking, plus Monday breakfast.
• Employee discounts on camp rates for family members, outdoor gear, art supplies, electronics, and more.
• Career development opportunities, including resume-building experience, letters of recommendation, and networking.

What This Job Offers

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