Position Summary
Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure and looking for an awesome residential summertime opportunity? You've just found it! ESF Pre-College is hiring motivated individuals to be Residential Directors who live on campus with the staff and students and are responsible for the residential life component of our summer programs.
The Residential Director serves as the head administrator for their assigned programs and oversees the overall day-to-day logistics of the residential program in collaboration with the full-time program staff. The Residential Director will ensure policies and protocols are being implemented, address emergency and conduct issues on site, and ensure top quality activities and weekend trips give students the best experience possible. The Residential Director must collaborate with the site administrative team to facilitate trainings and orientation(s), and will develop and support a strong, positive team culture amongst staff and students. The Residential Director will supervise up to three (3) Senior Residential Counselors, each with their own specialty function; as well as a number of Residential Counselors to support a staff to student ratio of approximately 1:10.
Join a mission-driven team and help students from around the world have a safe, rewarding summer. Our staff members are expected to make a positive impact on the students in their care. Comprehensive training and orientation prepare every staff member for the role.
Why ESF Pre-College?
- Inspire Young Minds: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of teens and residential staff while receiving comprehensive training and support.
- Unleash Your Potential: We offer internships, fieldwork, and professional development opportunities.
- Become a Leader: Gain valuable leadership experience as you supervise and mentor staff and students.
- Positive Environment: Experience being part of a team guided by ESF Core Values.
Extra Perks
- Housing and Meals: Included for the duration of your contract.
- Shuttle Transportation: Once you've arrived in Philadelphia, our team will pick you up from Philadelphia International Airport or 30th Street Station.
- Travel Reimbursement: Programs provide up to $300 reimbursement for arrival/departure travel assistance in accordance with ESF protocols.
- Gym Access: Residential staff are provided access to a gym.
- Global Team: Our residential teams consist of members from multiple countries and states.
- Employee Referral Bonus Program: Increase your earnings through referrals from your network.
- Weekend Trips: As part of your chaperone duties, you will visit tourist attractions and popular locations near your program site.
Position Scope
- Staff must arrive by 12:00 PM (noon) on their staff check-in date at the program site. The ESF Pre-College team delivers orientation, training, and staff bonding time before students arrive. Staff are required to stay for the duration of the program, including any holidays, and will depart by 10:00AM on the morning after student departure.
- Residential staff live on campus throughout the program to support and supervise students and respond to emergencies. Schedules are dynamic and may change based on the needs of the program, including same-day changes.
- Days and half days off are scheduled throughout the program. Staff also receive scheduled time off each day.
- Multiple contract lengths available, including:
- 10 weeks: May - August
- 8 weeks: June - August
- 6 Weeks: June- July
- 3.5 Weeks: July
- Compensation: $1575 per week (including housing, meals, trips, and activities)
Requirements
- Age Requirements: Minimum age is twenty-one (21) years old.
- On-Campus Residency: Ability to live on campus for the entire duration of contract dates.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in progress or complete. A degree in education (or a related field) is preferred.
- Leadership Background:
- 2-4 years of leadership and staff supervision experience preferred.
- Performance management experience is preferred.
- Higher Education or Residential Life experience is preferred.
- Experience: Prior experience working with teenagers and college-aged students; examples include but are not limited to teaching, coaching, tutoring, summer camp counselor, club executive member, or a residence life position.
- Safety & Supervision: Experience with after-hours crisis response; understanding of university safety protocols; supervision of 10-35 residential staff.
- Communication: Outstanding communication skills, including the ability to coach, motivate, and give clear direction to staff.
- Spreadsheet & Tracking Skills: Comfortable using spreadsheets (Google Sheets and/or Excel) to organize information, track data, and keep accurate records.
- Required Training: Complete all training, background screenings, and other pre-employment credentials required by ESF Pre-College and the state of the program site.
- Language Skills: Fluent in speaking, writing, reading English. Note: Additional consideration will be given to candidates who speak more than one language (not required).
- Team Handbook: Review and follow the ESF Pre-College Team Handbook.
- Dress Code: Always maintain the ESF Pre-College uniform when working.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Dive into the Experience!
- Oversee the planning of fun, age-appropriate evening activities and weekend trips for teens, in collaboration with the Senior Residential Counselors.
- Hold regular office hours and be available for on-call needs, including after hours.
- Be visible and participate throughout the programs activities and trips.
- Assist the full-time Program Director in successfully implementing the program residentially and academically.
- Familiarize yourself with the academic calendar.
- Serve as the liaison between the residential and academic leadership for student absences.
- Respond to all program communications via email, phone, text, or in person.
- Health & Safety:
- Oversee full management of the comprehensive residential program, including supervising and caring for all students during the program.
- Enforce residence hall and program rules, address behavior and safety concerns throughout the program.
- Inform the ESF Pre-College full-time director of any health, safety, or behavioral concerns.
- Familiarize yourself with private student data, including health information and personal wellness concerns.
- Serve as the liaison with the Residential Nurse and the ESF Pre-College medical team for student and staff care. Submit all follow-up reports within 24 hours.
- Review, enforce, and actively participate in off-campus protocols, itineraries, and trips, including protocols for traveling off-site with minors.
- Communicate with parents/guardians regarding medical concerns, behavioral concerns, or requests to leave the program.
- Provide a fun and safe environment for program participants.
- Programming & Purchasing:
- Manage residential activity and trip budgets with the full-time ESF Pre-College director. Complete all budget reconciliation processes by the designated deadline.
- Assign residential staff to assist with off-site trips.
- Work with the Senior Residential Counselor for Off-Site Activities and the full-time Program Director to confirm trip details, schedule changes, and make any adjustments needed to align with the academic schedule.
- Ensure staff follow and enforce all ESF Pre-College protocols for traveling off-site with minors, including required staff-to-student ratios, headcounts, and rules for staying with the group.
- Work with the Senior Residential Counselor for On-Site Activities and the full-time Program Director to submit purchasing requests in line with ESF Pre-College procedures and timelines.
- In collaboration with the full-time ESF Pre-College director, stock, organize, and inventory program supplies and restock as needed.
- Track spending against the activity budget, keep receipts organized, and flag any risk of going over budget early.
- Look for cost-effective options, including free or low-cost campus and community resources.
- Training & Supervision:
- In collaboration with the ESF Pre-College full-time director and other site leadership, plan, coordinate, and lead orientation and training sessions for residential staff before students arrive on-site.
- Directly supervise approximately 10-35 staff members, which may include Senior Residential Counselors, Assistant Residential Directors, Residential Counselors, Multi-Media Interns, or Administrative Specialists.
- Oversee staff time-off, duty desk, and floor monitor coverage schedules so time off is equitable and there are no gaps in coverage.
- Support and participate in staff appreciation and bonding opportunities during the program.
- Conduct frequent check-ins with staff members and one or more daily staff meetings.
- Attend daily check-ins with the ESF Pre-College full-time director.
- Conduct evaluations of all supervised staff members at the end of the program.
- Be the Ultimate Role Model:
- Serve as a positive and encouraging role model for the students and peers.
- Demonstrate ESF Core Values daily.
- Model the ESF Virtues of Character daily (Gratitude, Respect, Trustworthiness, Effort, Kindness, Positivity, Resilience, and Community).
- Follow and enforce ESF Pre-College policies on curfew, alcohol, drugs and vaping, cell phone use, and professional communication with students and colleagues.
- Photography & Video, including editing & cataloging:
- Ensure staff are taking and uploading a minimum of ten (10) photos per staff member per day.
- Encourage staff to capture joyful moments throughout the day.
- Serve as the liaison with the ESF Pre-College Marketing team for photo and video needs.
- Flexibility is Important: Adapt quickly to changing priorities, such as same-day schedule changes or unexpected situations, and proactively resolve student and facility concerns.
- Have fun!
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver's license is preferred.
- Push/pull, lift, and carry a minimum of thirty-five (35) pounds.
- Ability to travel around the assigned campus and surrounding areas, with or without reasonable accommodation, to supervise students and attend activities, including distances of up to eight (8) city blocks.
Organization Overview
ESF Pre-College is powered by ESF Camps & Experiences. ESF has been a vital influence in the camp industry since 1982. ESF (Education, Sports, and Fun) features award-winning camp programs in PA, NJ, NY, CT, MD, and DE for people of all ages. We are considered one of the country's leading camp companies and people developers.
Our portfolio includes 40 nationally recognized day camps in multiple states (www.esfcamps.com), baseball camps with the Philadelphia Phillies, and basketball camps with the Philadelphia 76ers along with the Brooklyn Nets. ESF recently launched new programs, including ESF Pre-College, our pre-college academic program. ESF also operates two nonprofit foundations: Dream Camp offering after-school mentoring & summer camps for underserved youth in PA & CT and Acting Without Boundaries providing unique acting programs for youth with physical disabilities.
Reporting Relationships
- The Residential Director reports directly to the ESF Pre-College full-time directors.
This job description is subject to change. ESF Pre-College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that reflects a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
Please apply online at www.esfjobs.com