Summer Camp Director - Lead Operations & Inspire Campers (Housing)

Genesis Recruiting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Job summary

A recruiting firm is seeking a Summer Camp Director for a camp in New York. This summer-only role requires a dependable leader to manage daily operations and supervise staff while fostering a positive environment for campers. Key responsibilities include recruiting and overseeing staff, ensuring a safe atmosphere, and addressing any issues professionally. The ideal candidate has strong leadership abilities, experience with special needs individuals, and prior camp management experience. Housing and meals will be provided during camp.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, organization, and decision-making abilities.
• Prior experience working with individuals with special needs required.
• Previous camp leadership or staff management experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, onboard, and supervise camp counselors and support staff.
• Provide daily leadership and oversight of all camp operations.
• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for staff, campers, and families.
• Ensure a safe, structured, and supportive environment for all campers.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Decision-making

Communication

Job description

Position Overview

The Summer Camp Director is responsible for the overall day-to-day operation of camp and serves as the on-site leader throughout the summer season. This role requires a hands-on, dependable individual who can take ownership of camp operations while fostering a positive, calm, and family-oriented environment for campers and staff. While leadership will provide programming support and guidance, the Camp Director will be the primary decision-maker on site and accountable for ensuring camp runs smoothly, responsibly, and safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, onboard, and supervise camp counselors and support staff
• Provide daily leadership and oversight of all camp operations
• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for staff, campers, and families
• Address and resolve issues as they arise with sound judgment and professionalism
• Communicate clearly and consistently with leadership regarding camp operations, staffing, and concerns
• Ensure a safe, structured, and supportive environment for all campers
• Set and maintain a respectful, family-oriented tone for staff and campers
• Support individuals with special needs, including managing behaviors in a compassionate and appropriate manner

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong leadership, organization, and decision-making abilities
• Comfortable supervising staff, providing direction, and holding team members accountable
• Proactive, responsible, and able to work independently
• Calm under pressure and adaptable when plans change
• Excellent communication skills and strong follow-through
• Prior experience working with individuals with special needs required
• Previous camp leadership or staff management experience strongly preferred

Additional Information

This is a summer-only position; however, the hiring process will begin well in advance to ensure the right fit and allow for thoughtful preparation. Housing and meals are provided for the duration of camp.