Summer Camp Administrative and Operations Assistant Director - Seasonal

$41,600 - $46,800/Yr

Kids In The Game - New York, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

101-250 employees

Social Assistance

About the position

The Summer Camp Administrative and Operations Assistant Director is a seasonal role focused on supporting the Camp Director in managing camp operations and administration. This position involves overseeing summer staff, ensuring effective communication with families, and creating a positive camp culture for children. The Assistant Director will play a key role in enhancing the camp experience through leadership, organization, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to summer staff to ensure camp success.
• Create immersive and inclusive environments for off-site activities.
• Foster personal and team growth among staff and campers.
• Build strong connections with parents, staff, and campers.
• Manage camp operations including registration, payments, and documentation.
• Act as the face of the camp during drop-off and pick-up times.
• Engage with families through daily updates and newsletters.
• Assist in preparing campsite outlines and staff assignments.
• Conduct staff training and oversee general housekeeping tasks.
• Ensure safety and health of all campers and staff.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of professional administration and operations experience.
• Experience in youth program development and implementation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Prior supervisory experience in youth development programs or education.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in recreational programming.
• Familiarity with camp operations and summer camp environments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $5,500.00 - $7,000.00 for the season.
• Monthly stipends during pre-summer preparation.
• Training bonuses for attending required training sessions.
• End of camp bonuses based on camper enrollment and satisfaction.