Assistant Camp Director - Southold, NY

Cornell Univ (NYS Colleges & Exper Sta); New York (NY); On-site; USD 8,300 - 9,900; Full time

Job summary

Cornell Cooperative Extension seeks a Camp Director to oversee supervisor staff, health and safety for campers, and coordination of program operations at the NY camp. This on-site role requires 24 weeks of supervisory camping experience, a Bachelor’s degree or higher, and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

The position involves directing unit staff, maintaining safety standards, and acting as Camp Director in the absence of the Camp Director, with travel as

Qualifications

• Must have at least 24 weeks of administrative or supervisory experience in camping or related experience.
• Must be able to live on site.
• Must meet acceptable background check standards if required.
• Must meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Direction – 45%: Lead unit staff guidance and communication, conduct staff meetings, direct staff evaluation processes, implement performance improvement strategies, recognize outstanding performance.
• Management – 45%: Communicate with Unit Coordinators and CIT Coordinator to address camper health, emotional well-being, and safety; supervise and evaluate staff; ensure policy compliance; maintain health and safety standards.
• Coordination/Operation – 5%: Assist with camper arrival/departure processes and orientation; assist with staff training.
• Professional Improvement – 5%: Develop professional development plan with Supervisor and Executive Director; collaborate in activities supporting Cornell Cooperative Extension.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Flexibility

Conflict resolution

Staff training

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Responsibilities

Responsible for camper well-being and successful adjustment to camp. Support a community-oriented camp culture that emphasizes acceptance, cooperation, and empathy. Lead problem-solving and conflict-resolution processes that effectively address campers’ emotional well-being, health, and behavioral issues. Supervise Unit Coordinators and CIT Coordinator. Assist with staff selection, training, and evaluation. Supervised by Camp Director and serves as Camp Director in his/her absence.

Required Qualifications

Must be at least 25 years old or have a Bachelor’s degree to comply with NYS Department of Health regulations. Must have at least 24 weeks of administrative or supervisory experience in camping or related experience. Ability to meet acceptable background check standards, if required. Must be able to live on site. Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

College degree or course work in education, youth development, outdoor recreation, physical education, or a related field. Valid driver’s license.

Administrative Responsibilities

Direction – 45%: Lead unit staff guidance and communication, including conducting staff meetings, directing staff evaluation processes, implementing performance improvement strategies as needed, and recognizing outstanding performance. Direct program staff to seek continuous improvement and achieve excellence. Direct and communicate regularly with the Unit Coordinators and CIT Coordinators to identify strengths, concerns, possible solutions, and new program ideas. In consultation with Camp Director, take corrective actions to reduce risks and ensure safe camp management.

Management – 45%: Communicate daily with Unit Coordinators and CIT Coordinator to proactively identify and address areas of concern regarding camper health, emotional well-being, and safety; identify and implement strategies to address these concerns for campers, parents, and staff. Supervise, direct and evaluate Unit Coordinators and CIT Coordinator. Ensure compliance with all camp policies and procedures that protect camper and staff health and safety. Support high health and safety standards in all programs, activities, and daily routines. Support a community-oriented camp culture that emphasizes acceptance, cooperation, and empathy. Ensure staff documents critical incidents through CIMRs (Concern, Incident, and Medical Report). Manage post-incidents in consultation with the Program Director workgroup, including resolution with the camper(s) and staff, incident debriefing, and updating policies and procedures resulting from the incident. Manage evaluation processes for staff performance, program and youth development outcomes, and camper satisfaction. Promote strategies for creating safe, healthy, and supportive environments for campers and how to work with campers experiencing homesickness, conflict, and special needs. Serve as the primary contact between camp and parents whenever an incident involving a camper that counselors or coordinators cannot resolve. Serve as Camp Director if he or she is absent from camp. Implement health and safety guidelines and procedures described in the camp safety plan approved by the Suffolk County Department of Health. In consultation with Camp Director, take corrective actions to reduce risks and ensure safe camp management. Promote strategies for creating safe, healthy, and supportive environments for campers and how to work with campers experiencing homesickness, conflict, and special needs. Serve as the primary contact between camp and parents whenever an incident involving a camper that counselors or coordinators cannot resolve. Serve as Camp Director if he or she is absent from camp.

Coordination/Operation – 5%: As needed, assist with weekly camper arrival and departure processes, camper orientation, and other functions. Assist with staff training during pre-service orientation.

Professional Improvement – 5%: In cooperation with Supervisor and Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and address changes and Association priorities. Collaborate in activities that generally support Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety – Applied to all duties and functions: Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment. Be familiar with and follow applicable federal, state, and local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement, and standards. Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

Position Details

Salary: $8,250 to $9,900 per season. Schedule: EXEMPT – Reg: 40 Hours per week. No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.

Job Information

Job Title: Association Tmp Camp Director. Level: No Grade - Annual Pay Rate Type: Salary. Company: Contact Name: Ashley Downs.

Company Information

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University. Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell Cooperative Extension as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant. Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. As provided in New York State County Law Article 5, Section 224, the independent county and regional extension service associations are locally operated under the direction of Cornell University as agent for the State of New York. County and regional extension service association employees are employed by their association to engage in educational work and are not employees of Cornell University. Look for us on the web at cce.cornell.edu/.