Camp Director- Robert Crown

About the position

Under the direction of the Program Coordinator and/or designee, The Camp Director are responsible for the management and supervision of a comprehensive summer camp program serving children between the ages of 5-12. This includes the planning, marketing and promotion, scheduling, execution and evaluation of the 8 week camp sessions offered at Crown. As a member of the Crown Summer Staff, you are expected to work in cooperation with ALL camp and building staff.

Responsibilities

• Complete all paperwork by deadline provided
• Complete all appropriate trainings
• Read and follow updated policies and procedures
• Communicate any concerns or issues directly to the Program Coordinator
• Get to know and work cooperatively with camp and building staff
• Complete all schedules necessary for a seamless camp flow
• Obtain appropriate and necessary equipment for camp activities
• Ensure the safety of all camp participants including summer staff
• Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, supervising summer camp counselors
• Responsible for planning, organizing, executing and evaluating the formal training program for summer camp counselors
• Provide the highest level of customer service to parents, staff and children enrolled in our camps and the general public within the building
• Enforce building and camp policies
• Participate in daily activities with the counselors and campers
• Recognize and respond effectively to emergencies
• Directly supervise and support Assistant Directors, Counselors and children within specified camps
• Manage announcements daily for parents, campers and staff
• Perform other related work as assigned by Coordinator or Director

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18 yrs. Old
• High School Diploma or equivalent and Some College
• Strong interest, maturity and judgment in working with children in an outdoor setting
• Minimum of 3 years of knowledge and experience in a camp setting
• Possess the ability to work as a team member with other counselors and senior staff members
• Responsible, friendly, enthusiastic, patient and willing to learn
• Must be able and willing to obtain First Aid/CPR certification
• Must possess a valid driver's license

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of equipment needed for gymnasium use including volleyball, gymnastics, basketball, pre-school play equipment, divider curtains, gym equipment, tables and chairs, and sound communication systems.
• Ability to read manuals (safety, instructional, etc.) professional and technical journals, legal documents, newspapers, and encyclopedias
• Ability to give verbal direction to subordinates, communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors
• Ability to work primarily indoors and is occasionally subject to outdoor environmental conditions