4-H Camp Director

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing available

Job summary

This position is located in Nancy, KY and reports to the Lake Cumberland 4-H Camp operations team. The 4-H Camp Director will oversee program development, budgeting, and staff supervision for summer camp activities.

Responsibilities include recruiting seasonal staff, planning camp programs, managing the daily operations, and ensuring health and safety standards. On-site housing is available and leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong program development experience for camp operations.
• Proven financial management and budgeting capability.
• Experience supervising staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct oversight, budgeting, planning and summer camp preparation.
• Recruit, hire and supervise seasonal camp staff and 25+ employees.
• Manage day-to-day camp operations and monitor risk, safety, and facilities.
• Develop fund development opportunities and maintain camp budget.

Skills

Program development

Financial management

Supervision

Education

BA

Job description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

• Job Title: 4-H Camp Director


• Requisition Number: RE55490


• Department Name: 81361:Lake Cumberland 4-H Camp


• Work Location: Nancy, KY


• Grade Level: 45


• Salary Range: $48,214-79,560/year


• Type of Position: Staff


• Position Time Status: Full-Time


• Required Education: BA


• Required Related Experience: 5 yrs


• Required License/Registration/Certification: None


• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 25lbs, and walk, sit and stand for periods of time.


• Shift: Monday-Friday; and some nights and weekends.


• Job Summary:
  

  This position is located in Nancy, Ky.

  
  

  The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture Food and Environment, Lake Cumberland 4-H Camp seeks an energetic self-motivated candidate that possesses a strong work ethic with skills in program development, financial management, and supervision for the 4-H Camp Director position. The 4-H Camp Director will be responsible for direct oversight, budgeting, planning, and preparing for summer camp programs. Responsible for recruiting, hiring seasonal camp staff and direct day to day management of all camp programs. Responsible for direct supervision for 25+ temporary, full-time employees. Continually evaluate and monitor risk management practices to ensure health and safety of participants and staff. Responsible for the day-to-day management of the camp budget. Research and pursue fund development opportunities as appropriate (e.g., fundraisers and grants). Work with the Maintenance Supervisor and Camp Maintenance and Operations Supervisor to evaluate facilities and set maintenance priorities and work plans. On-site housing is available.

  
  

  Valid driver’s license preferred and completion of the 12-passenger van training upon employment. This position includes excellent benefits and provides opportunities for professional development.

  
  


• Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes


• Preferred Education/Experience:
  

  Prefer experience in summer camp leadership, knowledge of 4-H programs, and experience working with youth.

  
  

  Driver’s License preferred

  
  


• Deadline to Apply: 10/23/2026


• Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Computer skills


• Supervision skills


• Experience in agriculture and/or Cooperative Extension

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Posting Specific Questions

1. * Describe your leadership experience with summer camp operations, financial oversight, and facility management, which may include volunteer and paid experience.

   (Open Ended Question)



2. * Indicate below the answer that best describes your experience with 4-H.
   
   
   
   1. Have been employed by the Cooperative Extension Service and worked with 4-H
   
   
   2. Have been a 4-H leader/4-H volunteer
   
   
   3. Was an active 4-H member
   
   
   4. Participated in some 4-H programs
   
   
   5. Have no involvement with 4-H
   
   


3. * Describe your supervisory experience. Include the number of employees whom you have supervised and the level of supervision you provided (i.e. hiring, discipline, training, delegation, performance management, etc.).

   (Open Ended Question)



4. * Describe your experience in and knowledge of 4-H Summer Camp, may include teen/adult volunteer and staff experience.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume


2. Cover Letter