SPOT Camp Director

Park Dist Of Highland Park; Highland Park (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Fitness Membership

Outdoor Pool Membership and SeasonalBe

Program and Facility Discounts on aVar

Job summary

The Camp Director at Park Dist Of Highland Park leads daily camp operations, ensuring safety, engagement, and high-quality programming for campers and staff. This role reports directly to the Program Manager and supports creative, energetic programming in a dynamic camp setting.

The position is seasonal and non-exempt, offering opportunities to work closely with families, staff, and the broader park district community, including participation in program activities and facility use.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years old or more.
• 1–3 months related experience working with youth in a recreational camp setting.
• Experience supervising staff or directing daily work tasks is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily camp operations.
• Coordinate activities and programming.
• Build connections with campers, parents, and staff.
• Report to Program Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Youth program experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

The Camp Director plays a key role in shaping an unforgettable camp experience, ensuring the well-being and success of both campers and staff. As the heart of the camp, the Camp Director will lead with energy and creativity, overseeing daily operations, coordinating activities, and building connections with campers, parents, and staff. This role offers a dynamic mix of administrative duties, leadership opportunities, and hands-on involvement in programming. If you're passionate about creating a vibrant, safe, and fun environment, this is the perfect opportunity. The Camp Director reports directly to the Program Manager.

Qualifications

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED). Must be 18 years old or more. One to three months related experience working with youth in a recreational camp setting. Experience supervising staff and/or directing daily work tasks is preferred but not required. Must display a positive and energetic attitude when working with campers. Must be able to get in the water (pool or lake) for recreational swim time with campers.

Classification

Seasonal, non-exempt

Wage

Wage Range: $18.50-$23.13 an hour, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Health & Fitness Membership
• Outdoor Pool Membership and Seasonal Beach Access
• Program and Facility Discounts on a variety of recreational activities including Golf and Racquet Sports

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly outside and exposed to outside weather conditions including hot and humid weather and cold and rainy weather. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Equal Opportunity

The Park District of Highland Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.