Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

We are currently seeking a seasonal Director of Camp Services to manage our summer camp operations at our ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY location.

Primarily, the Director of Camp Services is responsible for fostering a positive relationship with the camps, with the goal of meeting their needs as best as possible while ensuring that camp operations run smoothly and safely. As part of this, the Director of Camp Services is responsible for the hiring and overall supervision of a top-notch group of engaged Aquatics staff.

To be successful the Director of Camp Services needs to be able to manage both high-level processes and on-the-ground task oriented work and have the interpersonal savvy needed to work collaboratively and effectively with a wide range of individuals towards a common goal.

Overseeing a staff of 120, this person will be expected to foster a culture that values cooperation and respect, inspires team morale, and encourages staff to produce quality work in their commitment to HKC’s mission.

THE LIFE CYCLE OF THE DIRECTOR OF CAMP SERVICES

The Director of Camp Services is the front-line HKC representative to the four camps at HKC Rockland County, serving as their liaison with HKC operations (maintenance, security and aquatics). During the summer, when camp is in session, this individual is focused on ensuring operations run safely and smoothly, and that the camps' needs are met while also overseeing the HKC staff experience, providing high-level support for the Aquatics program, including team building activities and training for new leaders.

During the off-season the Director of Camp Services will be available to meet with management and provide information as management plans the upcoming summer. In the spring, the Director of Camp Services is responsible for the hiring of the aquatics staff and working with management on the planning and execution of staff orientation and training.

The successful candidate will have exceptional people skills, strong emotional intelligence and the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy. 

The Director of Camp Services will be joining an organization that values collaboration, initiative, respect and employee satisfaction. Reporting to the Chief of Staff this position will be working directly with the Property Manager, the Aquatics Director and the HR Manager to carry out the mission of the Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds.

Starting in June through the end of camp, the Director of Camp Services is required to work on site, however, may work from home during the off-season (September - May).

WORK SCHEDULE

During the camp season (mid-June - the last day of camp), this position is on-site full-time, Monday - Friday with the work day starting no later than 8:00am and ending no earlier than 4:15pm when camp is in session. From September - January, the Director of Camp Services is expected to be available but not expected to put in more than 5 hours each month. Hours begin increasing gradually in January with the work load growing to 15 - 25 hours per week in April and May as hiring increases.

QUALIFICATIONS

Our ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree or the equivalent, three or more years of management experience at a day or overnight camp, have experience hiring and supervising staff and conflict resolution. They should also have strong oral and written communication skills, be skilled in utilizing computer software to manage and execute tasks, and be calm under pressure.

And if someone is experienced in conflict management, has worked as a camp director, or has experience supervising teens and other young adults, even better.

On-site Housing available.

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• College degree
• 5-years’ experience managing a large staff
• Experience with hiring, training and scheduling staff
• Experience in conflict resolution and mediation a plus
• A valid driver’s license
• Camp leadership experience

QUALIFICATIONS

• Willingness to work irregular hours and operate with daily exposure to the sun and heat and other environmental conditions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and G-Suite
• Proficient in learning new software
• Willingness to adapt new technologies as needed