Assistant Director, Camp & Retreat Operations

Camp Bob Waldorf; Glendale (CA); Presencial; USD 71.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work schedule

Paid federal holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Pet-friendly office

403b retirement plan

Descripción de la vacante

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 in Glendale, CA. The role serves as second-in-command to the VP of Camp & Retreat Operations, overseeing camper care, staff training, teen leadership, programming, compliance, and family communication.

This year-round, in-person position requires on-site residency during summer camp and retreat weekends.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years’ experience in Jewish camp leadership, education, or youth programming.
• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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 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.
• Staff Leadership & Supervision: Directly supervise designated 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.
• Camper Care & Behavioral Support: Oversee and directly supervise the Camper Care Program, ensuring consistent and developmentally appropriate behavioral support.
• Review camper applications, intake notes, and 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.

Conocimientos

Staff supervision

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Descripción del empleo

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 in Glendale, CA. The role serves as second-in-command to the VP of Camp & Retreat Operations, overseeing camper care, staff training, teen leadership, programming, compliance, and family communication.

This year-round, in-person position requires on-site residency during summer camp and retreat weekends.