Day Camp Program Director

Cornell University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 8,400 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornell Cooperative Extension is seeking an Association Tmp Camp Program Director to coordinate and direct the development and implementation of a 4-H camp program, supervising camp counselors to ensure high-quality programming. The role includes assisting with scheduling and management, and contributing to staff evaluation processes.

The position requires flexible hours, travel as needed, and compliance with background checks.

Qualifications

• Interest, knowledge, and skills in the specific program area.
• Ability to teach, supervise and motivate staff
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Emotional maturity, good health, and vitality.
• Must meet the minimum age requirement for a particular program area to comply with New York State Department of Health regulations.
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to meet acceptable background check standards, if required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct the development and implementation of a specific 4-H camp program.
• Camp counselors to effect quality programming in the subject area.
• Assist with program scheduling and management.
• Assist with program and staff evaluation processes.

Skills

Staff supervision

Organizational skills

Leadership

Program area interest

Travel ability

Background check

Flexible hours

Education

College degree in education or relevant field

Job description

Job Description Summary

Coordinate and direct the development and implementation of a specific 4-H camp program (e.g., sports, expressive arts, environmental science, outdoor education, etc.). Camp counselors to effect quality programming in the subject area. Assist with program scheduling and management. Responsible for coordinating and operating one evening program per week and assisting in other camp activities as needed. Assist with program and staff evaluation processes.

Job Description

Required Qualifications:

• Interest, knowledge, and skills in the specific program area.
• Ability to teach, supervise and motivate staff
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Emotional maturity, good health, and vitality.
• Must meet the minimum age requirement for a particular program area to comply with New York State Department of Health regulations.
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to meet acceptable background check standards, if required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as appropriate or defined in the offer letter.

Preferred Qualifications:

• College degree in education or another relevant field.
• Two years of experience supervising others.
• In-depth knowledge of all activities.

POSITION DETAILS:

Salary: $8,400 - $10,800 per season

Schedule:EXEMPT – TEMP: June 1, 2027 – August 23, 2027

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available

Job Title: Association Tmp Camp Program Director

Level: No Grade - Annual

Pay Rate Type: Salary

Company:

Contact Name: Ashley Downs

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform their essential functions. If you require an accommodation to participate in the selection process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County Human Resources at [phone] or via email at [e-mail]