Assistant Director, J&R Day Camp

Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh invites a dedicated leader to oversee summer camp staff recruitment, onboarding, and engagement. You will coordinate orientations, maintain required documentation, and ensure certifications and compliance across the team while aligning with our mission.

You’ll manage staff morale, support year-over-year retention, and collaborate with跨-functional teams to deliver exceptional camp services.

Job description

This position is responsible for the recruitment, training, development, and engagement of general camp staff, with a focus on fostering staff morale and retention. The role serves as a key communicator of the client's mission and strategic goals to staff members, ensuring alignment and understanding across the team. The individual in this position will implement programs and systems designed to enhance staff satisfaction and performance, while also supporting year-over-year staff retention.

Core responsibilities include leading staff engagement initiatives, overseeing the recruitment and onboarding process for seasonal summer staff, and collaborating on comprehensive orientation plans. The role involves maintaining required staff documentation, tracking certifications, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards. Additionally, the position addresses staff concerns, manages scheduling and payroll for part-time and seasonal personnel, and oversees transportation and technology infrastructure for camp operations. The individual will also work closely with other departments to develop and implement agency-wide programs and support effective service delivery.

The successful candidate is expected to create meaningful opportunities for staff feedback, monitor the effectiveness of support practices, and recommend improvements based on feedback and operational needs. The role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment, and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams. Familiarity with relevant cultural practices may be beneficial, and the position emphasizes the importance of creating a welcoming environment, adhering to core values, and ensuring compliance with all applicable policies and regulations.