Assistant Camp Director
Job Type: Full-time
Direct Report: Executive Camp Program Director
FLSA Status: Exempt
Organization Overview
Victory Junction is a year-round camp facility that provides fully accessible on-site and off-site programming for children with complex medical conditions at no cost to their families. Victory Junction’s adaptive, intentional programming includes summer camp, family weekends, day programs, equine therapy, pediatric patient outreach, and partner programs. By removing all barriers, Victory Junction welcomes children with serious illnesses and chronic medical conditions to experience camp fun, all in a medically safe environment. Victory Junction is a member of SeriousFun Children’s Network and is accredited by the American Camp Association.
Job Description
The Assistant Camp Director of Victory Junction provides the means of fulfilling the mission statement by providing oversight of programming and leadership to the camp program team with direct support from the Executive Camp Program Director. This position will work directly with full-time, seasonal and volunteer staff to ensure the highest standard of programs are provided for the children that Victory Junction serves.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
- Supervise various members of the full-time team and provide support in facilitating the planning of camp programs, schedules and program areas.
- Provide oversight and communications for the planning of programs (summer camp, respite and family weekend) ensuring that all systems are organized and delivered in a timely manner.
- Continuously review camp policy and operational materials to ensure they are updated to reflect any changes made.
- Assist the Camp Director with all phases of staff and volunteer recruitment including advertising, interviewing and selection of staff and volunteers.
- Play a key role in the development and implementation of all orientations and training.
- Supervision and leadership of seasonal staff and volunteers.
- Ensure that camp programs consistently meet the inclusive needs of our campers and staff. Implement change where necessary.
- Provide a welcoming atmosphere amongst all guests at camp.
- Be an active team player and contribute/promote a positive, professional culture for all.
- Foster a culture of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and belonging
- Any other duties assigned
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Prospective employees must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and meet other medical requirements as a condition of employment.
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management, education, or other related field;
- At least five years of relevant experience in camp programs and administration;
- Certified training in crisis intervention;
- C.P.R./B.L.S. certification;
- Ability to supervise and evaluate staff, volunteers and campers;
- Ability to plan, originate, organize and carry out weekly and special programs;
- Excellent communication and organization abilities;
- Excellent public relations skills;
- Demonstrated leadership and delegation abilities;
- Problem solving and conflict resolution abilities.
Please submit cover letter and resume for consideration to Nathan Unwin (Executive Camp Program Director): work@victoryjunction.org.
Victory Junction is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to medical condition, physical ability, race, color, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, socioeconomic background or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and strive to remove barriers and provide opportunity and access for all people.
