Camp Program Manager
About The Position
The Camp Program Manager at Victory Junction manages and coordinates key elements of camp programming, including recruitment, high-risk program areas, and camp operations, to support the organization’s mission. The role assists with planning camp programs and operations, facilitates summer programming and special events, and ensures camp programming meets ACA and SeriousFun accreditation requirements. The manager coordinates the Family Weekend Program with the Assistant Camp Director and oversees the safety and compliance of the Adventure and Aquatics areas. The Camp Program Manager supports staff and volunteer recruitment, orientation, management, and development; provides supervision and feedback to summer staff; and contributes to program quality implementation and crisis intervention. The position also manages program dietary needs in coordination with the dining hall, follows Victory Junction policies and procedures, and promotes a positive, professional, inclusive culture. The role requires living on the camp facility during family weekends, orientation, and summer sessions; year-round onsite housing is available.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Camp Administration, or a related field.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to plan, originate, organize, and carry out daily, weekly, and special programs.
- Ability to supervise and evaluate staff, volunteers, and campers.
- Strong public relations skills.
- Ability to multitask.
- Demonstrated strong leadership and delegation skills.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
- Ability to work as a team player.
- Must meet medical requirements as a condition of employment.
Responsibilities
- Assist the camp program team with planning programs and operations that reflect Victory Junction’s mission and goals.
- Plan and facilitate summer camp programming, particularly in high-risk areas.
- Plan and facilitate special events related to camp programs.
- Ensure camp maintains current ACA and SeriousFun accreditation.
- Coordinate and facilitate the Family Weekend Program, including its schedule and logistics, alongside the Assistant Camp Director.
- Manage the Adventure and Aquatics program areas and ensure they are safe and compliant for use.
- Participate in developing, coordinating, and facilitating volunteer and staff orientation.
- Support staff and volunteer recruitment and management.
- Serve as a key member of the Program Quality implementation team.
- Supervise and support summer staff through evaluations and feedback.
- Manage program dietary needs in coordination with the dining hall.
- Participate as a member of the crisis intervention team.
- Adhere to and implement Victory Junction policies and procedures.
- Live at the camp facility during family weekends, orientation, and summer sessions.
- Promote a positive, professional culture and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Year-round onsite housing is available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
