Assistant Director (Overnight Camp)

Jewishcamp; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing

Free camp tuition for children

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A beloved summer camp is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Camp Director to oversee year-round operations and enhance camper experiences. The role involves staff management, community engagement, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates should possess 3-5 years of summer camp leadership experience and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. This full-time position includes on-site housing and offers a flexible salary ranging from $50,000 to $80,000, depending on experience. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years in summer camp leadership.
• Strong preference for prior experience as an Assistant Director or Camp Director.
• Candidate must live on camp property during the camp season.

Responsibilities

• Assist in year‑round planning for summer camp operations.
• Help hire and manage seasonal and year‑round staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and licensing requirements.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Community-building

Job description

Camp JORI is seeking an enthusiastic, community-driven Assistant Camp Director to help lead year‑round operations and create transformative experiences for campers, families, and staff. This is a full‑time position with on‑site housing available, and compensation is commensurate with experience (~$50,000 to ~$80,000, flexible). Camp JORI is a beloved Jewish overnight camp in Wakefield, Rhode Island (www.campjori.com).

About the Role

The Assistant Director will assist the Camp Director in overseeing all aspects of camper experience, including camp programming, staffing, and operations. This individual will also be heavily involved community engagement. This is a unique opportunity to build on a strong foundation while shaping the future of a beloved camp through creativity, leadership, and care.

We are hiring now for this role – the start date is completely flexible, but immediate hiring is preferred. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Camp Director in year‑round planning and execution of summer camp operations
• Help to hire, train, and manage seasonal and year‑round staff
• Foster a warm, inclusive, and Jewishly rooted camp culture
• Collaborate with lay leadership on strategic planning and vision
• Assist in camper recruitment and family communications
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and licensing requirements
• Support the Camp Director in managing the camp budget, vendors, and facility‑related needs
• Serve as one the camp’s year‑round ambassadors to families and the broader community

Benefits

• Salary range: $50,000–$80,000 (flexible), depending on experience
• On‑site housing available, if desired
• Free camp tuition for the Assistant Director’s children
• Health benefits and professional development opportunities

Requirements

• Strong preference for prior experience as an Assistant Director, Camp Director, or equivalent role
• Must have a minimum of 3–5 years in summer camp leadership
• Proven team leadership and management experience
• Passion for Jewish values, community‑building, and youth development
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Candidate must be willing to live on camp property during the camp season
• Candidate must live in New England year‑round; non‑local candidates must be willing to relocate immediately

Compensation

$50,000–$80,000

How to Apply

Applicants can apply by e‑mailing a resume and cover letter to [e-mail].