Day Camp Director (Bowling Green, KY - Summer Season)

Kidcam Camps is looking for a Summer Day Camp Director to lead the operations of their seasonal, 10-week, summer program in Bowling Green, KY located at Western Kentucky University.

Position Overview: The main function of the Kidcam Camp Director is to oversee the daily operations of the summer camp program, while leading and engaging the staff & campers in a fun & safe environment. The camp director is also responsible for organizing and conducting events, recruitment & training efforts prior to the start of camp, and closing all end of the summer records.

Pre-Camp Activities (January-May, up to 60 hrs)

Partner with Kidcam Basecamp (Corp Office) in the recruitment, interview, hiring, and position assignments process to build a strong camp staff.

• In coordination with the Regional Manager, ensure all counselors & staff are fully trained and empowered in their position and understand their role in the camp operations.
• Participate in the Director’s Retreat (January), pre-camp director training calls, staff engagement activities, open house/parent nights, and camp readiness (camp set up, purchasing, and facility coordination).

Camp Responsibilities (May-August)

Accountable for all daily operations, logistics & finances:

• In coordination with your leadership team (office manager/program coordinator), manage purchasing of food, equipment, and other needs for camp operations.
• Manage weekly staff payroll, schedules, and make adjustments based on the needs of the camp.
• Oversee facility relations, safety & maintenance
• Manage all staff, parent, and camper communications & incidents.
• Conduct weekly staff evaluations to adjust for developmental and program expectations.
• Camp close out including camp breakdown, facility walk through, staff final evaluations, camp close out documentation, and basecamp close out call.
• In partnership with the camp program coordinator, implement a weekly schedule of solid programming using a curriculum based on weekly themes and activities.
• Demonstrate your creative problem-solving skills as you juggle competing priorities and anticipate the needs of your camp community with agility and positivity.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred, but not required.
• Per ACA standards, minimum 25 years of age by start date. (other leadership positions available)
• Experience in education, recreation, camp management, social work, psychology, or other related and applicable field.
• Experience in managing and supervising employees. This includes young adults (high school, college, etc.).
• First Aid & CPR Certified (Basecamp will coordinate certification prior to the start of camp as needed).
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and basic computer skills with applications such as Word, Excel, Email, etc..
• Ability to learn and manage the Kidcam Camp Software System (this will be included in pre camp training).

Key Competencies:

Ability to oversee camp operations, staff development, facility relations, and parent engagement to ensure camper safety and a meaningful camp experience for campers, parents, and staff.

Calm under duress and able to make critical decisions in a quick and logical manner to minimize risk and ensure the safety and well-being of participants and staff.

Ability to collaborate with and cultivate a team of 10-50 summer staff, coaching them toward success. You’ll be a supportive manager with high expectations, providing feedback on classroom instruction and behavior management, while thoughtfully pushing your team to greatness in ways that have a ripple effect.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions: Must be physically and mentally able to meet the challenges of navigating and working in destination based facilities. Remember, this is SUMMER camp - ability to adapt to heat conditions is important.

Compensation: Competitive salary, commensurable with experience.

*Outside of Bowling Green area, living stipend could be negotiated.

45 hours per week