Summer Camp Site Director (Youth Soccer) – San Diego Wave Camps | San Diego, CA

Summer Camp Site Director (Youth Soccer) – San Diego Wave Camps | San Diego, CA

San Diego Wave Camps is seeking a Summer Camp Site Director in San Diego, CA to lead daily operations at our youth soccer camp locations across San Diego County.
This is a high-level leadership role for an experienced youth program leader or soccer coach who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. As a Site Director, you will oversee staff, ensure camper safety, manage day-to-day logistics, and deliver an exceptional camp experience aligned with the values of San Diego Wave FC—confidence, community, and excellence.
The Site Director serves as the on-site leader and decision-maker, ensuring camp runs safely, smoothly, and professionally each day.

Optional Pre-Summer Opportunity (Starting April 2026):

The selected candidate may have the opportunity to begin working as early as April 2026 in a part-time, paid role supporting group sales and community outreach for San Diego Wave Camps.

In this role, you may:

• Promote camp programs to local schools, teams, and community organizations
• Build relationships with families and youth sports groups to support enrollment efforts
  
• Gain valuable experience in sports sales, marketing, and operations

This is a great opportunity to increase earnings, build professional experience, and get a head start before the summer camp season begins.

What You’ll Lead (Site Director Responsibilities):

• Oversee all daily camp operations for youth soccer camps
  
• Supervise, support, and evaluate a team of soccer coaches and camp staff
• Execute the San Diego Wave Camps curriculum with consistency and quality
• Ensure a safe, structured, and inclusive environment for campers ages 4–12
• Manage daily logistics including check-in/check-out, scheduling, and transitions
• Communicate professionally with parents, guardians, and staff
• Handle problem-solving, conflict resolution, and on-site decision-making
• Uphold and represent the Wave Camps FC brand with professionalism and integrity
  

Why Work San Diego Wave Camps:

• Lead a premium youth soccer camp program
• Gain leadership experience in sports management, youth development, and operations
• Make a lasting impact on young athletes in your community
• Work outdoors in a high-energy, team-driven environment
• Build and mentor a team of coaches and future leaders
• Potential eligibility for San Diego Wave FC match tickets
  

Ideal Background:

• Experience leading youth programs, summer camps, or sports camps
• Background in soccer coaching or playing (high school level or higher preferred)
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and staff members simultaneously
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution abilities
• High energy, professionalism, and accountability
• Passion for youth development through sports
  

Commitment:

• 7-week summer commitment: June 22 – August 7, 2026
• Monday–Friday, approximately 8 hours per day
• Ability to travel to camp locations including Carmel Valley, Eastlake, Point Loma, Encinitas, La Jolla, and Carlsbad with reliable transportation
• Must pass a comprehensive background screening
• Comfortable driving a rented camp van if needed

Compensation:

• $1,400 – $1,600 per week, based on experience