Middle School Assistant Camp Director

Cho-Yeh Camp and Conference Center; Livingston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Cho-Yeh Camp and Conference Center in Texas is seeking a hands-on Middle School Summer Camp Assistant Director to help create and execute dynamic programming for campers while leading and developing college-aged staff.

The role focuses on female campers and staff, recruitment of summer staff, and collaboration with the program team to shape a cohesive camp experience rooted in Christ-centered values and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must be deeply relational and creative.
• Experience in summer camp programming or youth leadership is preferred.
• Commitment to child safety and appropriate safeguarding protocols.

Responsibilities

• Participate in event planning with the Program Team (games, skits, Bible studies).
• Assist with upkeep of program supplies and systems.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards, especially child protection.
• Be productive in implementing summer programs and support staff.
• Supervise female summer leadership positions and conduct evaluations.
• Assist with oversight of summer staff with the Middle School Summer Camp Director.
• Communicate with parents regarding camper matters.
• Recruit on-campus and camp-fair leads, and build campus ministry relationships.
• Maintain recruitment records and hire designated staff.
• Be a team player and participate in workshops and conferences.

Job description

The Middle School Summer Camp Assistant Director will serve in a hands‑on role to help create and execute dynamic programming that reaches campers while leading and developing college aged staff to grow into the next generation of Christian leaders. This person will take special responsibility for female campers and staff. They will also spend time recruiting excellent summer staff and counselors. This role is ideal for a deeply relational, creative individual who desires to be active in the programming and camper experience. While there will be specific areas of management and oversight, this role is highly collaborative with the other members of the program team as they shape the cohesive summer camp program. Camp Cho-Yeh has a culture that is deeply committed to excellence and teamwork as we seek to be a place where Jesus Christ transforms lives through meaningful relationships and outdoor adventures.

Essential Job Functions:

Program Development:

Participate in event planning (large groups games, skits, Bible studies etc) in conjunction with the Program Team

Assist with upkeep of program supplies and systems as assigned

Ensure adherence to all safety standards, especially as it pertains to child protection

Be a productive member of the Program Team in implementing all summer programs

Help create a positive work environment for summer staff

Be present and participate in appropriate team meetings, retreats, and events

Supervise & manage key female summer leadership positions, including one-on-ones and end-of-summer evaluations

Assist with oversight of summer staff in conjunction with the Middle School Summer Camp Director

Communicate with parents when there are issues relating to their children while at camp

Work with staff to schedule on‑campus recruiting

Seek out, connect with, and attend camp fairs, career fairs, and build relationships with campus ministries

Follow up with leads that come in through all recruiting efforts

Connect with summer staff to recruit for the following years

Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records of recruitment activities, candidate information, and other relevant data using appropriate systems or tools

Interview and hire designated summer staff to reach intended summer staff hiring goals

Other duties as assigned:

Be a team player by providing support to other aspects of Cho-Yeh’s ministry

Continue to learn and grow through workshops, conferences and certifications