Assistant Summer Camp Director (53429)

Camden County Public Service Authority • Kingsland, GA

8d • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting with the successful coordination of the Camden County PSA Summer Camp Program

Requirements

• Knowledge and passion for youth development
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Personable, nurturing and energetic
• Resourceful and strong critical-thinking skills
• Knowledge of development needs of youth; behavior management techniques, safety regulations and emergency procedures
• Skill in supervisory and management principles and practices
• Skill in handling sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality
• Skill in team building, training, evaluating, and instructing staff
• Skill in preparing budget analysis, cost projections, and cost-benefit analyses
• Skill in word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, and email software.
• Skill in conflict resolution
• Ability to act calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to motivate staff
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of camp staff, campers, parents
• High School Diploma required
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• College degree preferred
• Preferably two or more years of experience in Childhood and Youth Development

Responsibilities

• 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
• Assist with the training, supervision, and evaluation of the seasonal staff of the Summer Camp Program, i.e., Lead Camp Counselors, and Camp Counselors
• Assist Summer Camp Director to ensure compliance with all safety standards, health regulations, and licensing requirements
• Assist Summer Camp Director to engage in risk management for all aspects of the summer camp program
• Assist the Summer Camp Director with camp budget, expenditures, and purchasing of supplies
• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians and the community, including addressing concerns promptly
• Assist with marketing efforts to promote camp registration, including creating content for social media and brochures
• Assist with the management of inventories of equipment and supplies for summer camp
• Monitor the changing context within which the camp’s programs and services are provided
• Work collaboratively with camper families to build relationships and ensure high level support of campers

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED