Summer Camp Director

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Camp directors perform the planning and day-to-day administration of the day camp. They oversee camp employees and campers and monitor expenses. Their duties also include hiring and training camp staff members.

We are looking for an enthusiastic camp director to manage our camp. In this role, your duties will include designing suitable recreational activities, ordering camp supplies, and training camp employees. Your duties may also include modifying activities to suit the needs of specific groups.

To ensure success, camp directors should exhibit experience in developing camp curricula and demonstrate the ability to assume responsibility for the day-to-day management of a camp. Outstanding candidates prioritize the safety of all campers and ensure an excellent camp experience.

• Presenting camp information to prospective clients, when required.
• Overseeing camp employees, accommodations, and meals, as well as ensuring the wellbeing of campers.
• Managing the allocated budget, as well as ordering camp equipment and supplies.
• Modifying activities for campers with special needs.
• Ensuring safe practices and a healthy camp environment.
• Keeping records and documenting processes.

• Demonstrable experience as a camp director managing similarly structured camps.
• Extensive experience in planning and developing camp curricula, as well as modifying activities when required.
• Advanced ability to hire, train, and oversee camp employees, as well as ensure the campers' wellbeing.
• Extensive experience in working with children, as well as arranging camp accommodations, meals, supplies, and equipment.
• Ability to manage budgets and monitor expenses.
• Proficiency in office software, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook Express, and Powerpoint
• In-depth knowledge of activity-related safety regulations, as well as health and sanitation requirements.
• Ability to document processes and perform recordkeeping.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.