Alaska Summer Camp Site Leader

The Alaska Center Education Fund: Trailside Discovery Camp; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Trailside Discovery Camp, operated by The Alaska Center Education Fund, is seeking a Site Manager to lead daily operations at an Alaska camp location during the 2027 summer season. You will supervise Program Managers and Instructors, ensure camper safety, and coordinate logistics with the Year Round Leadership Team.

You will build a positive team culture, manage staff schedules, communicate with families, and uphold ACA standards while delivering high‑quality programs across locations like

Qualifications

• Available for the full summer season.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• Experience supervising staff or leading programs.
• Experience with children in camp or youth settings.
• First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to obtain before start).

Responsibilities

• Provide daily leadership, supervision, and support to program staff.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional team culture.
• Create and manage staff schedules, balancing program needs.
• Support staff in resolving challenges related to campers, families, programming, and logistics.
• Conduct regular staff check-ins and staff meetings.
• Lead portions of staff training and onboarding.
• Oversee safety and risk management at all times.
• Communicate needs and observations with leadership and families.
• Coordinate operations and logistics with other managers.
• Maintain accurate camp records and documentation.

Skills

Staff leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Organization

Safety management

Staff training

Education

Education-related degree

Job description

Trailside Discovery Camp, operated by The Alaska Center Education Fund, is seeking a Site Manager to lead daily operations at an Alaska camp location during the 2027 summer season. You will supervise Program Managers and Instructors, ensure camper safety, and coordinate logistics with the Year Round Leadership Team.

You will build a positive team culture, manage staff schedules, communicate with families, and uphold ACA standards while delivering high‑quality programs across locations like