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We are looking for a Director to support summer camp operations through a contract opportunity with the potential to become permanent. This position plays a central role in coordinating program administration, family communication, staffing support, and seasonal planning to help deliver engaging camp experiences. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and a service-focused approach while working with children, families, staff, and community partners.

Job Responsibility:

  • Coordinate administrative activities that support seasonal camp programs, including documentation, scheduling, and day-to-day office organization
  • Track registration and enrollment activity, prepare recurring updates on participation trends, and help maintain compliance-related records in accordance with applicable standards
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for parents and guardians by responding to inquiries, sharing program updates, and distributing timely announcements before and during camp sessions
  • Assist with outreach and promotional efforts by helping develop marketing materials, supporting community engagement opportunities, and increasing awareness of camp offerings
  • Support recruitment and onboarding for camp staff by scheduling interviews, organizing personnel files, monitoring attendance information, and assisting with payroll-related records
  • Help manage budget tracking and administrative reporting to support financial goals and overall program performance
  • Contribute to the planning and coordination of camp activities and seasonal offerings by gathering feedback, reviewing prior results, and supporting new program ideas
  • Foster positive relationships with children and families through attentive, respectful, and responsive communication
  • Provide general administrative assistance such as answering inbound calls, data entry, receptionist coverage, and other office support tasks as needed

Requirements:

  • Experience in administrative support, office coordination, or a similar operational role
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with families, staff, and community stakeholders
  • Proficiency in data entry, record maintenance, and handling multiple administrative tasks with accuracy
  • Ability to manage inbound calls, front-desk responsibilities, and routine correspondence in a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrated organizational skills with the capacity to prioritize deadlines and maintain attention to detail
  • Comfortable supporting hiring, onboarding, and employee file administration
  • Background in human services, youth programs, education, recreation, or a related setting is preferred
  • Ability to maintain professionalism, sound judgment, and a positive service-oriented approach in all interactions
What we offer:
  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan

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Job Posted:
May 11, 2026

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