Assistant Camp Director

JCC Association of North America; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Job summary

The JCC Association of North America is seeking an Assistant Camp Director for their Stamford camp, responsible for leading operations, fostering spirit, and ensuring camper well-being. The role includes overseeing daily activities, managing staff, and coordinating year-round youth programs. With a salary of $55,000, the ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership, strong public speaking skills, and a commitment to a safe and inclusive camp environment.

Qualifications

• Dynamic leader with experience in camp operations and community engagement.
• Ability to manage camper safety and facilitate activities effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills to connect with children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support the Camp Director in daily operations and overall camp success.
• Engage with campers and families to create a welcoming environment.
• Coordinate off-site field trips and ensure camper safety.

Skills

Public speaking

Leadership

Community Engagement

Behavioral Management

Job description

Location and Job Title:

Assistant Camp Director
JCC of Stamford
1035 Newfield Ave
Stamford, CT 06905

Principal Responsibilities

The Assistant Camp Director supports the Camp Director in the daily operation and overall success of the Day Camps at the J. This role requires a dynamic, highly visible leader who serves as the energetic face of daily camp operations. The ideal candidate is a charismatic presence who drives camp spirit, ensures every camper feels valued, and cultivates a vibrant, enthusiastic community.

Alongside leading the camp's culture and energy during the summer, the Assistant Director plays a vital role in year‑round JCC youth and family programming. They ensure the safety, supervision, and well‑being of youth across all programs, providing guidance and support to staff, and ensuring activities are engaging, well‑planned, and implemented effectively within a safe and inclusive environment.

Essential Responsibilities

Camp Culture & Community Engagement

• Visible Leadership: Serve as the primary, high‑energy ambassador for the camp's daily operations, greeting campers and families each morning with enthusiasm to set a positive, welcoming tone.
• Program Energy: Lead the daily "Boker Tov" (the camp's morning lineup), utilizing strong public speaking and interactive skills to energize the camp community through announcements, songs, and community‑building initiatives.
• Camper Experience: Act as an engaging, approachable presence across the campus, interacting with individual campers to ensure every child feels special, seen, and connected to the program.
• Shabbat Programming: Assist with the planning and facilitation of Friday Shabbat celebrations, creating a meaningful, joyous, and cohesive end‑of‑week experience for campers and staff.

Daily Operations & Program Management

• Floor Operations: Assist with the daily management and on‑the‑ground coordination of camp operations, directly supporting program specialists and seasonal staff.
• Leadership Coverage: Provide comprehensive oversight of camp operations and staff management in the absence of the Camp Director.
• Field Trip Coordination: Oversee and coordinate off‑site field trips, ensuring strict adherence to camper safety, organizational logistics, and smooth transitions.
• Activity Oversight: Ensure weekly activity plans and schedules are developed, approved, and executed effectively to maximize camper engagement.
• Resource Management: Anticipate operational needs and submit supply requests to the Camp Director in a timely manner.

Staff & Camper Support

• Professional Modeling: Serve as a consistently positive role model for campers and staff, demonstrating responsibility, dependability, patience, punctuality, and integrity.
• Behavioral Management: Assist in managing camper and staff behavioral concerns with sound judgment, professionalism, and supportive intervention strategies.
• Developmental Care: Support seasonal staff in meeting the emotional, social, physical, and developmental needs of each camper.
• Safety & Compliance: Maintain a safe, healthy, and inclusive environment at all times. Strictly follow all mandated reporting procedures and report any suspected abuse immediately.
• Communication: Maintain clear, responsive, and professional communication with campers, parents/guardians, staff, and supervisors, both verbally and in writing.

Year‑Round & Off‑Season Duties

• Youth & Family Events: Play a lead role in the planning, coordination, and execution of year‑round JCC Youth and Family Events (primarily occurring on weekends).
• Middle School & Vacation Programs: Actively manage and run JCC Middle School programming and Vacation Day programs (during school closures), maintaining the high‑energy, engaging environment established during the summer.
• Peak Season Culmination: Take a lead operational role in executing the end‑of‑season Family Fun Carnival in September.
• Staff Recruitment: Assist the Camp Director with the year‑round recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of seasonal summer staff.
• Program Development: Collaborate on the off‑season planning of summer programming, daily schedules, and specialty activities.
• Community Outreach: Support marketing and enrollment initiatives by representing The Day Camps at the J at open houses, community events, and year‑round promotional activities.

Salary

$55,000