Camp Staff Director - Safety, Training & Parent Liaison

YMCA of Upper Palmetto; Blacksburg (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Upper Palmetto is seeking a Camp Cherokee Personnel Director to supervise summer camp staff, ensure safety and adherence to standards, and maintain strong parent communication. The role focuses on leadership, training, and daily interaction with campers and staff.

The position requires energy for physically active days, the ability to manage multiple tasks, and the capacity to uphold the camp’s safety and welfare commitments for all participants.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or have completed at least two years of college.
• Must be certified in First Aid and CPR.
• Must attend all pre-camp training, retreats, and opening training session.
• Possess leadership qualities and ability to use sound judgment.
• Good health, enthusiasm, maturity, morale and communication skills.
• Must be able to endure hot temperatures, physical exertion and lift.
• Must be able to walk, run and swim daily.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage summer camp staff, ensuring compliance with Camp Cherokee and YMCA standards.
• Communicate staff responsibilities and expectations.
• Assist in staff training and teaching emergency action plans to staff.
• Interact with staff on a daily basis and provide guidance on discipline.
• Communicate issues to Personnel Staff, and Camp Directors.
• Assist in mid-season and end-of-season staff evaluations.
• Support staff morale and serve as a positive role model.
• Oversee camper well-being and safety, including daily camper interaction and cabin observation.
• Coordinate opening/closing day activities and parent communications by email/phone.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Decision making

Public speaking

Education

Two years of college

21+ years old

Tools

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

YMCA of Upper Palmetto is seeking a Camp Cherokee Personnel Director to supervise summer camp staff, ensure safety and adherence to standards, and maintain strong parent communication. The role focuses on leadership, training, and daily interaction with campers and staff.

The position requires energy for physically active days, the ability to manage multiple tasks, and the capacity to uphold the camp’s safety and welfare commitments for all participants.