Camp RISES - Director

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversees all aspects of camp operations, ensuring a safe, fun, and enriching experience for campers while managing staff, programs, and resources.
• Evaluate camp programs, activities, and curricula designed by the Activities Specialist to ensure engaging and age-appropriate experiences for campers.
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise camp staff, including counselors, activity specialists, and volunteers, fostering a positive and motivated team environment.
• Ensure camper safety, enforce health and safety protocols, and maintain a secure environment for all participants.
• Manage daily camp operations, including staff scheduling, accommodations, meals, and logistics, while monitoring budgets and ordering supplies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for parents, staff, and campers, providing updates, addressing concerns, and promoting the camp's mission and culture.
• Use data and feedback to refine existing programs and develop new initiatives that enhance camper experiences and organizational.
• Ensure campers are behaving appropriately in accordance with the RISES values (Reverence, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship)
• Understand and adhere to all applicable safety policies and procedures, including safety education, accident prevention, and the promotion of a safe work environment.
• Impart the spirit of St. Francis through respect for all persons and things, and by a search for truth in daily interactions and situations
• As a visible agent of Neumann University, uphold the highest standards of conduct, attitude, appearance, and confidentiality

Work Schedule:

• 2-3 hours per week (remote or in-person) between the time of hire and the end of 2026.
• Increasing to a couple days per week (mix of remote and in-person) starting in 2027 for more formal planning.
• Full-time, in-person May 31-August 27. May 31 is an ideal start date for full-time but is negotiable. State date can be no later than June 7.

Qualities:

• Enjoy working with children, prior experience is recommended
• Enjoy participating in outdoor activities such as hiking and games
• Be able to maintain an energetic disposition through a full day of camp
• Be organized, calm, dependable, self-sufficient, a team player, and a problem solver

Requirements:

• Be 21 years of age or older

• Have a Bachelor's degree in education, youth development, recreation, nonprofit management, or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in youth program management and staff supervision

• Be able to pass the following background checks:

• PA Child Abuse History

• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History

• FBI Criminal History

• Be willing to be First Aid and CPR Certified during pre-camp

• Be able to perform a variety of tasks outside in various weather conditions

• Be able to lift and carry 35lbs

• Excellent communications skills in both verbal and written formats.

• Knowledge of and congruence with the Catholic Franciscan character of the University.

• A willingness to innovate, problem-solve, and create solutions.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in education, youth development, recreation, nonprofit management, or a related field.

• Experience: 5+ years in youth program management and supervising staff.

• Skills: Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills; ability to inspire staff and foster a positive camp culture; proficiency in Microsoft Office.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Strong technical and organizational skills

• Proven experience developing and maintaining collaborative working relationships.

• Candidates must possess an understanding of, appreciation for, and congruence with the Catholic Franciscan mission of the University.

Camp Schedule:

• Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
• Mandatory Pre-Camp Training: June 14 - June 17
• Camp Dates: June 21 - August 20 (no camp on July 2 or July 5)

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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