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Associate Director of Summer Camp

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Associate Director of Summer Camp is the vision and implementation strategist for all summer programming, with the ultimate goal of facilitating meaningful encounters with Jesus for our 2nd-12th grade campers and college-age summer staff. The Associate Director of Summer Camp coordinates the recruitment, interview, and hiring process of over 200 summer counselors and staff. They oversee the training, managing, and disciplinary issues of young adult staff throughout the summer. This dynamic, relational leader works with staff, board members, and alumni to ensure the highest quality spiritual formation, character development, and fun for the 3,300+ youth The Pines serves during summer camp at our residential property in Big Sandy, Texas.

This role works cross-functionally with our entire staff, regularly collaborating with our Camp Director, Associate Director of Formation, Associate Director of Camper Care, and Associate Director of Retreats. During the year, this role is also responsible for planning and facilitating the programming and schedule for our December Staff Reunion retreat and 8-12th grade Advent retreat (Alive Again) as well as providing support for year-round retreats, including, but not limited to, Family Camp, Father + Son Retreat, Mother + Daughter Retreat, Knight Up men’s work weekend, Catholics United young adult retreat, outdoor environmental education retreats, and other events. This is a full-time position that requires frequent night and weekend availability. Occasional travel is required for recruiting and conferences.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Create fun, impactful, and developmentally appropriate summer content and programming to match the annual theme, intentionally fostering an environment for young people to encounter Jesus
• Supervise, mentor, and provide feedback for senior-level young adult summer staff
• Communicate and enforce staff policies with the support of the Camp Director, ensuring top quality among our summer counseling and support staff
• Provide an environment for a safe and fun week of camp for youth ranging in age from 7-18, including following all ACA, diocesan, and camp requirements for the safety and supervision of minors
• Review and optimize the recruitment, hiring, and training process for all summer staff
• Represent camp at various events throughout the year, inviting future campers and potential staff to learn about our mission in Big Sandy
• Plan and facilitate staff training with fellow directors
• Plan and facilitate year-round programming with fellow directors
• Evaluate budget and order supplies for summer activities
• Organize off-time, schedules, and payroll for over 200 summer staff over ten weeks
• Provide 24/7 support to staff and campers when assigned on-call nights and weekends during both summer camp and year-round events

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed in the full job description* are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

The candidate must be a faith-filled Roman Catholic in good standing with the Church and actively practicing their faith.

COMPENSATION:
Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience. On-site housing and utilities (excluding internet) are provided.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, including but not limited to Catechetics, Youth Ministry, Education, Recreation Management, Business Management, or Social Work, or an equivalent combination of business leadership, education, and ministry experience.

*To view the FULL job description and directions for how to apply, please visit https://rebrand.ly/SummerDirector24.

Time:  Full-Time Year Round
Salary:  Paid
Category:  Assistant Director

Updated: 9/25/2024 5:10:57 PM