Camp Hoover Director
$150,000–$200,000 year
On-siteWesterville, Ohio, United States or Hoover, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
Lead all aspects of the summer experience at Camp Hoover, including camper management, staff development, program quality, and site readiness. Recruit, interview, and hire summer staff while conducting orientation, training, and performance reviews. Design creative programming that teaches new skills and oversee daily schedules, safety procedures, and certifications for ropes and archery activities. Collaborate on grounds maintenance, pool preparation, and capital needs. Build a strong community presence through recruitment, family engagement, and year-round support for JClub Afterschool, School's Out Days, and Parent's Night Out. Model Jewish values and uphold ACA and DCY standards throughout the season.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred in education, recreation, social work, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
- Two to five years of leadership experience at a day or overnight camp, such as assistant director, unit head, program director, or a comparable supervisory role
- Demonstrated success supervising, training, and developing seasonal staff
- Strong judgment in camper behavior management, risk management, and emergency response
- Excellent communication skills with parents, staff, colleagues, and community partners
- Highly organized with the ability to manage schedules, logistics, and competing priorities during a fast-paced season
- Comfort with Jewish culture, holidays, and values, and enthusiasm for bringing them to life in a camp setting
- Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain before the start of the summer season
- Proficiency with standard office technology and registration or camp management software
- Successful completion of a background check
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license for travel between Camp Hoover and the JCC campus
- Ability to walk the camp site throughout the day, stand for long stretches, and lift up to 40 pounds
- Position includes occasional weekend engagement, including but not limited to camp fairs, Hoover family days, seasonal rentals, and family programs
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with American Camp Association (ACA) standards and Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY) licensing requirements, or willingness to learn them quickly
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