Day Camp Director

Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven; Woodbridge (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established non-profit organization is seeking a dynamic Human Resources Director to oversee JCC Day Camps. This full-time position involves leading a team to create exceptional summer experiences for children while managing operations and staff throughout the year. The ideal candidate will have a passion for mentoring and program development, ensuring a safe and engaging environment. Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact in the community and enjoy a role that offers both leadership and creativity in shaping memorable experiences for families.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) match

Health Insurance Reimbursement

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in leading camp programs and managing staff.
• Strong background in budget management and financial oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of camp programs serving 350 children.
• Supervise staff, manage operations, and ensure safety protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Management

Budget Management

Camp Operations

Program Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Experience in Non-Profit Management

Tools

CampMinder

Job description

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Human Resources Director with the Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven

Full-Time, Exempt | Reports to Executive Director

The Director of JCC Day Camps is a dynamic, year-round senior leadership role responsible for overseeing JCC Day Camps during the summer and guiding a team of programming directors at the JCC of Greater New Haven throughout the academic year. This role requires a visionary leader who is passionate about creating exceptional experiences for children and families while mentoring staff and expanding program impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Camp:

• Lead the planning and execution of a high-quality, safe, and fun camp program that serves over 350 children across 8 weeks each summer.
• Manage all aspects of camp operations including staff recruitment, training, camper grouping, scheduling, transportation, supplies, special events, and daily logistics.
• Supervise all camp staff and volunteers; conduct evaluations and foster strong team relationships.
• Ensure adherence to all safety protocols, camp policies, and state licensing regulations.
• Collaborate on marketing and promotion of camp, including outreach and materials.
• Support and participate in fundraising efforts, including the Send A Kid to Camp (SAK) Fund.
• Develop and manage the annual camp budget, ensuring financial efficiency and sustainability.
• During the school year, supervise and mentor youth and sports programmers, providing guidance to help grow their programs and increase revenue.
• Maintain detailed records, including attendance, staff files, health forms, and incident reports.
• Promote a values-based environment that supports the physical, emotional, and social well-being of all campers and participants.
• Responsible for utilizing CampMinder for registration, billing and payments, and necessary paperwork for staff and campers.

Management

• Provide supervision for department heads, front-line staff, and other employees as assigned.
• Assist in preparing the annual budgets for all assigned departments, and monitor and provide feedback on monthly financial statements.
• Help develop the brand identity for each department’s programs in line with the organization’s mission and market demand.
• Mentor and coach Directors to be the best they can be. Lead these directors to take active initiative to grow programming and themselves.

Leadership:

• Take an active interest in career growth, including learning new skills, staying current on industry trends, and constantly innovating and taking calculated risks.
• Participate as a member of the JCC’s Senior leadership team
• Conduct personal outreach to JCC members and participants, building relationships and leveraging them to encourage repeat and cross-department business.
• Regularly assess local competition to determine brand positioning and opportunities for growth.
• This is a unique opportunity to lead a well-established and beloved camp while helping shape year-round programming that impacts the broader community.

Our ideal candidate will spend the 2025 summer season working with our current director and will take the camp on for themselves for 2026!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000-$70,000.00 per year

401(k)

401(k) match

Health Insurance Reimbursement

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

In Person

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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