Assistant Camp Director - Camp Campbell

The Assistant Camp Director will assist in the day to day operations of the

summer Resident, Day or Travel Camp Program. Major responsibilities will include

weekly and daily scheduling for staff and campers, supervising programming, and

acting in the absence of the camp director. This position requires strong

leadership, organizational, and creative qualities.

General Functions:

To be responsible for a wide range of responsibilities in order to ensure summer

camp is successful.

SALARY RANGE:

$700-$900/week

Specific Responsibilities:

• Assist the camp director and leadership team in planning and carrying out

pre-camp and in-service staff training

• Assist with supervision and appraisal of unit leaders and counselors
• Maintain proper records as required by camp director
• Coordinate matters of interest in areas of overlapping responsibility while

always seeking the best solution for campers and the camp

• Responsible for overseeing staff and campers in assigned program areas
• Establish and maintain systems for check in, cabin lists, schedules, and

check out

• Assist in overall program development of assigned camp areas, including meals
• Check in with staff daily; provide appropriate support and leadership for

each counselor

• Act as an assistant to the Camp Director in all daily function
• Coordinate matters of interest in areas of overlapping responsibility while

always seeking the best solution for campers and the camp

• Perform chosen "coordinator duties" each week
• Use established system for communication with other camp departments
• Be able to communicate and work well with other members of the leadership

team

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Be able to assist with the training of all staff
• Be able to work and communicate well with a variety of age groups
• Have visual ability recognize hazards in the camp setting the auditory

ability to respond appropriately to those hazards

• Be able to observe camper and staff behavior to respond to health and safety

concerns, and to deal appropriately with daily and weekly schedules and

organizational duties

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience as a group counselor or staff member in a camp setting (experience

at programming in a camp setting preferred)

• Experience planning and facilitating large group programming
• Ability to speak to large groups effectively
• High School Graduate
• Leadership and supervisory experience is preferred
• Strong organization with an ability to multitask and fill roles as needed
• Flexible, creative and mature, with ability to be self-motivated and work

with minimum supervision

• Ability to relate to peers as well as youth effectively
• Believe in the values of the YMCA of Silicon Valley as well as the individual

worth of the camper

• CPR and First Aid certified (can be obtained upon hire)
• YMCA approved driver preferred (can be obtained upon hire; requires clean

driving record and passing drug test)

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a

desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and

builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports

fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds,

abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others.

Seeks first to understand the other person's point of view, and remains calm in

challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes

effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from

one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create

a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and

actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures,

and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed

goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.

Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change

process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and

how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and

skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date

knowledge and skills in technology.