Summer Assistant Director, 6 Points Creative Arts Academy

Union for Reform Judaism•New York, NY

6d•Remote

About The Position

The Union for Reform Judaism’s (URJ) 6 Points Creative Arts Academy seeks a dynamic, relational, and operationally strong Summer Assistant Director to help shape a transformative creative arts camp experience and deepen year-round engagement with campers, families, and staff. This position follows a seasonal leadership model. During the program year, the Assistant Director works on a reduced schedule focused on recruitment, communications, relationship cultivation, and operational preparation. During the summer season, the role transitions to a full-time, on-site leadership position, providing hands-on oversight of camp life and daily operations. As a key member of the leadership team, the Assistant Director advances the Union for Reform Judaism’s mission to build communities of belonging that nurture confidence and character in young people. Through immersive creative arts and Jewish experiences, we inspire campers and staff to grow as leaders of self and others and pursue lifelong engagement in Jewish life. About 6 Points Creative Arts Academy (CAA) CAA offers magical summers experiences where young people from all backgrounds—including Campers of Color, LGBTQ+ campers, campers with disabilities, and others from underrepresented communities—can grow, connect, and thrive. We are committed to creating inclusive, transformative experiences where every camper and staff member feels valued, supported, and inspired.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in education, youth development, nonprofit leadership, communications, or a related field.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities across seasons.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work a 20 to 25 hour schedule during the program year and full-time, on-site during the summer season.
Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed, particularly during peak recruitment periods and the summer.

Nice To Haves

Experience in recruitment, family engagement, or customer service preferred.

Responsibilities

Support camper and staff recruitment through outreach, relationship building, and community engagement initiatives.
Serve as a relationship manager for congregations and community partners to promote CAA experience.
Guide prospective and returning families through enrollment and onboarding with warmth, clarity, and responsiveness.
Lead conversations with families regarding individual needs and accommodations to ensure an inclusive and welcoming experience.
Share and amplify CAA’s story through integrated communications, including email campaigns, social media, website content, video, and print materials.
Manage CRM and email marketing systems, including Salesforce and Marketing Cloud, ensuring data accuracy and effective outreach.
Partner with URJ colleagues to align communications with broader engagement and fundraising priorities.
Support summer hiring processes and staff onboarding logistics .
Help design and implement staff training plans, including pre-camp orientation.
Assist with purchasing, inventory management, vendor coordination, and overall summer readiness.
Provide visible, hands-on leadership to cultivate a safe, inclusive, and creatively vibrant camp environment.
Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure an exceptional camper and staff experience.
Support implementation of high-quality creative arts programming grounded in URJ values.
Respond to complex situations with sound judgment, professionalism, and care.
Build meaningful relationships with campers, families, staff, alumni, and donors.
Foster a culture where every individual feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Supervise, mentor, and coach assigned summer staff.
Partner in delivering comprehensive staff training and ongoing performance support.
Model collaborative, accountable, and values-driven leadership.