Assistant Camp Director

Jewish BIG Brothers of LA; Verdugo City (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Paid holidays

Vacation & personal days

Pet-friendly office

403b retirement plan with matching

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

FSA/HSA

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Camp Bob Waldorf, a program of Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles (JBBBSLA), seeks an Assistant Director to join the senior leadership team and oversee camp operations, staff development, and camper welfare. This in-person, year-round role requires residency in Glendale, CA with on-site presence during summer and retreats.

The Assistant Director collaborates with the VP of Camp & Retreat Operations and leads initiatives to ensure a safe, mission-driven, inclusive, and well-run camp

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 3–5 years’ experience in camp leadership, education, or youth programming.
• Experience supervising staff and managing complex operations.
• Strong judgment, decision-making, and communication skills; highly organized and detail-oriented.
• ACA Accreditation and LA County Department of Public Health familiarity encouraged but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and day-to-day camp operations in partnership with VP.
• Supervise seasonal staff and provide coaching and performance feedback.
• Oversee camper care, programming, safety, and logistics across camp and retreats.
• Support recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and staff development.
• Ensure compliance with ACA, health, and safety standards; manage family communication.

Skills

Staff supervision

Operations management

Communication

Organization

ACA Accreditation / Public Health

Outdoor work readiness

8+ hour camp shifts

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

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RFT Glendale, CA, US 1 Attachments

19 days ago Requisition ID: 1027

Salary Range: $71,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

Position Title: Assistant Director, Camp Bob Waldorf

Department: Camp Bob Waldorf

POSITION SUMMARY

Camp Bob Waldorf, a program of Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles (JBBBSLA), is seeking an Assistant Director to serve as a key member of the camp’s senior leadership team. The Assistant Director is the primary leadership partner to the Vice President of Camp & Retreat Operations and is responsible for supporting the overall management, culture, and execution of all camp and retreat programs. This role serves as second-in-command and must be prepared to step in and assume leadership of camp operations whenever the VP is unavailable or focused on other critical matters. The Assistant Director oversees major operational areas of camp including camper care and wellness, staff supervision and training, teen leadership development, program implementation, compliance, and family communication. This leader plays a central role in ensuring a safe, mission-driven, joyful, and well-run camp environment grounded in Jewish values.

This is a year-round, in-person position based in Glendale, CA, with required on-site residency during summer camp and all retreat weekends.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Camp Operations & Leadership

• Serve as a primary leadership and thought partner in strategic planning and day-to-day operations.
• Step into full operational leadership when the VP of Camp & Retreat Operations is unavailable, ensuring seamless continuity of camp programs and supervision.
• Oversee key areas of camp management including seasonal staff supervision, camper care systems, programming implementation, and operational logistics.
• Support ACA accreditation, USDA certification, and Department of Public Health compliance efforts.
• Model professionalism, accountability, and strong decision-making under pressure.
• Directly supervise designated seasonal camp leadership staff and provide coaching, evaluation, and performance feedback.
• Support recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of seasonal and year-round staff.
• Design and facilitate leadership development and staff training sessions.
• Provide visible, active leadership presence during camp sessions and retreats.
• Cultivate a positive, inclusive, and mission-aligned staff culture.
• Oversee and directly supervise the Camper Care Program, ensuring consistent and developmentally appropriate behavioral support.
• Review camper applications, intake notes, and mental health documentation to assess readiness and identify support needs.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for families regarding camper behavior, emotional wellbeing, and care planning.
• Lead response efforts for complex behavioral, social-emotional, or mental health situations.
• Complete all mandated reporting and required documentation in compliance with legal and organizational standards.

Programming & Training

• Oversee and steward Teen Leadership programming, including Leaders in Training and Junior Counselor programs.
• Participate in interviews and selection of teen leadership participants.
• Support implementation of Jewish programming that strengthens camper identity, belonging, and community.
• Ensure program quality, consistency, and alignment with camp values.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years’ experience in camp leadership, education, or youth programming.
• Demonstrated experience supervising staff and managing complex operations.
• Strong judgment and ability to make sound decisions in dynamic environments. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Experience with ACA Accreditation and LA County Department of Public Health encouraged but not required.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work on your feet for 8+ hours during camp retreat and summer season.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

JBBBSLA offers a compensation package that includes a competitive salary range commensurate with experience ($71,000-$75,000). We enjoy a fun office environment, and a fantastic team of people dedicated to the meaningful work we do.

Additional benefits include:

• Early closure on Fridays outside of retreats and summer camp in observance of Shabbat, creating a 38-hour work week
• Hybrid work schedule with 4-days in office and 1 day remote
• Paid federal and Jewish holidays (avg. 13-19 per year)
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and four additional personal days
• Pet-friendly office (bring your pet to work)!
• 403b retirement plan: 5% matching after one year; immediate voluntary contributions
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Voluntary Flexible Spending Account (FSA)/Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid life insurance (after one year)
• Paid long-term disability insurance (after 60 days)

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