Assistant Summer Camp Director (53429)

Job DetailsJob Location: Camden PSA Recreation Center - Kingsland, GA 31548Position Type: Seasonal

Education:

Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: DayJob Category: Customer ServicePosition

Description:

Title: Assistant Summer Camp Director Department: Special Programs Supervisor: Summer Camp Director Status: Seasonal/Hourly/Non-Exempt Pay: $16.67 - $17.69

Education:

High School Diploma required; College degree preferred; Preferably two or more years of

experience:

in Childhood and Youth Development Position Summary: This position is responsible for assisting with the successful coordination of the Camden County PSA Summer Camp Program Essential

Responsibilities:

/Duties: 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 Knowledge,

Skills:

, and Abilities 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 Working Environment: Typically works in an indoor environment; some work will be completed in an office while; other work will be in large open areas inside the facility; some work may be outside during summer conditions Physical

Requirements:

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.