Assistant Camp Director

Easterseals Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore; Chestertown (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO

Private on-site residence

Job summary

Easterseals Camp Fairlee in Chestertown, MD is seeking an Assistant Director to oversee the challenge course, pool operations, and archery. The role collaborates with the Director to plan recreational and respite programming and to supervise staff and lifeguards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of camping experience, plus certifications in challenge courses, pool operation, and archery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation, parks & recreation, special education, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in camping and recreation with certification in challenge courses and climbing towers.
• Licensed Pool Operator and Archery Instructor Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience designing and implementing programs.
• Proven leadership in residential camping or recreation-based programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the challenge course, pool operations, and archery program.
• Collaborate with the Director to plan and implement recreational & respite programming.
• Supervise lifeguards & challenge course staff.
• Manage program budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Program design

Residential camping experience

Safety supervision

Inclusive programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation, parks & recreation, special education, or related field

Tools

Challenge course certification

Licensed Pool Operator

Archery Instructor Certification

Job description

Position Opening – Easterseals Camp Fairlee Assistant Director

Location: 22242 Bay Shore Rd, Chestertown, MD 21620

Visit https://www.campfairlee.com/ to learn more about our ACA accredited program.

Salary range:$55-62K

Easterseals Camp Fairlee is located on 250 scenic acres near the Chesapeake Bay and provides residential camp experiences for children & adults with physical and cognitive disabilities. We are seeking an Assistant Director to oversee the challenge course, pool operations, and archery program.

The Assistant Director will collaborate with the Director to plan and implement recreational & respite programming, supervise lifeguards & challenge course staff, and manage program budgets. The ideal candidate is professional, builds positive relationships, and has experience creating inclusive programming for individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation, parks & recreation, special education, or a related field;
• 3–5 years of experience in camping and recreation with certification in challenge courses and climbing towers;
• Licensed Pool Operator and Archery Instructor Certification (or willingness to obtain);
• Experience designing and implementing programs; and
• Proven leadership in residential camping or recreation-based programs.

This is a full-time, exempt position with a generous compensation package, including health benefits, PTO, and a private home to support year-round residence on property.