JOB DESCRIPTION - CAMP DIRECTOR

Minimum Qualifications:

á         At least 25 years old OR hold a BachelorÕs Degree

á         Have extensive experience with children/young adults.

á         Demonstrate leadership ability, supervisory capabilities, and organizational skills.

á         Be physically fit.

á         Be familiar with Camp Gregory history, philosophy, facilities and guidelines.

á         Will adhere to and implement/enforce the staff guidelines.

á         Reside on-site for all weeks of camp & training session.

á         Devote time before camp opens to plan for camp and communicate with staff & program committee.

 

Responsible to:

Camp Gregory Camping Committee chairperson or designated liaison

 

General Responsibility:

Coordinate and supervise all components of the summer camping program.

 

Specific Responsibilities:

á         Together with the camping committee and assistant director: Recruit, select, and train counseling staff prior to the camping season .

á         Develop and implement the camping program in cooperation with the assistant director as outlined by the Camping Program Committee.

á         Be leader/supervisor for all staff, as outlined in the Chain of Command, during the camping program and staff training session.

á         Be familiar with Camp Gregory Health and Safety Procedures, Medical Program, and Waterfront Program.

á         Maintain a high state of morale, safety, and well-being of campers and staff in accordance with the campÕs philosophy and guidelines.

á         Develop a feeling of cooperation and support among all staff.

á         In cooperation with the assistant director develop/post/implement daily schedule in order to know whereabouts of all campers and staff.

á         Assist in the discipline of campers and counselors when necessary.

á         Plan with the cook the schedule for meals and snacks, and purchasing of food.  Consult with the cook about any changes or requests expected for each meal.

á         Serve as Camp GregoryÕs representative to parents and the general public in a positive way.

á         Coordinate with the representative of the Camp Gregory Corporation regarding the facility maintenance and up-keep.

á         Complete a written evaluation of each of all staff and of the camping program for each of the weeks of camp to present to the camp committee at the end of the camping season.

á         Report all Cayuga County Health Department inspections to the representative of the Camping Program Committee.

á         Organize, supervise, and assist with end of season clean up.

 

Please include a description of relevant course work and a resume with your application