Director of Auxiliary Services

Details

Posted: 23-Jul-26

Location: Spartanburg, South Carolina

Type: Full Time

Categories

Auxiliary Programs

Salary Details

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience

Preferred Education

4 Year Degree

Internal Number: 07232026

Spartanburg Day School is a nationally recognized, nonsectarian independent school enrolling approximately 600 students from 2k through grade 12. Founded in 1957 as the first independent school in Upstate South Carolina, Spartanburg Day School has provided an unparalleled educational experience for 69 years. Our unique community offers a vast array of academic and co-curricular options, all set within a charming and rapidly growing college town in the heart of the South Carolina Upstate.

Spartanburg Day School is currently seeking a Director of Auxiliary Services commencing July 1, 2027. The Director is responsible for the leadership, management, and continued growth of Spartanburg Day School’s auxiliary programming, including Extended Day, Camp Griffin and revenue generating facility rentals. Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, this role ensures auxiliary programs are safe, well-organized, mission-aligned, financially responsible, and supportive of the School’s enrollment, retention, reputation, and net revenue goals.

Essential Functions

Program Development & Execution

• Plan, organize, and execute high-quality auxiliary programs (Extended Day, Camp Griffin, and specialized enrichment) from registration through daily execution.
• Develop age-appropriate, engaging offerings that reflect student interests and the mission of Spartanburg Day School.
• Coordinate internal and external instructors, vendors, and community partners to diversify and strengthen program offerings.
• Create and oversee program calendars, daily schedules, registration timelines, and standard operating procedures.
  
  

Staff Leadership & Management

• Recruit, hire, onboard, schedule, supervise, and evaluate auxiliary program staff and camp counselors.
• Set clear expectations for professional communication, safety, and operational duties.
• Provide ongoing coaching and support to foster strong program quality and a positive student experience.
  
  

Family Communication & Community Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for families participating in Auxiliary Programs, communicating clearly and professionally regarding offerings, schedules, and student needs.
• Collaborate with the Communications and Marketing team to promote programs, drive participation, and enhance the School’s presence across the Upstate community.
  
  

Operations, Safety & Facilities

• Manage inquiries, contracts, scheduling, and logistical coordination for internal and external facility rentals, ensuring minimal disruption to core school operations.
• Maintain rigorous student supervision, strict attendance tracking, and secure dismissal protocols across all programs.
• Partner with the CFO to develop and manage auxiliary budgets, pricing models, operating expenses, and revenue goals.
  
  

Qualifications, Skills & Abilities

• Education: Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Proven track record in leading school-based programs, summer camps, childcare centers, recreation, or youth programming required.
• Proficient in managing program budgets, generating revenue, and managing facility rentals.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a customer-service mindset when engaging parents and staff.
• Ability to multitask, manage tight registration deadlines, and maintain calm, effective problem-solving during program hours.
  
  

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references to careers@sdsgriffin.org

• Salary will be commensurate with education and experience
  
  

Spartanburg Day School is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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About Spartanburg Day School

Spartanburg Day School is a nationally recognized, nonsectarian independent school enrolling approximately 600 students from 2k through grade 12. Founded in 1957 as the first independent school in Upstate South Carolina, Spartanburg Day School has provided an unparalleled educational experience for 69 years. Our unique community offers a vast array of academic and co-curricular options, all set within a charming and rapidly growing college town in the heart of the South Carolina Upstate. As a newcomer to the Spartanburg area, especially if you are moving from bigger cosmopolitan cities, the small-town feel may surprise you, but it is the ‘small town feel’ that attracts many people to relocate to the area. Spartanburg is laid back, friendly, walkable, community-oriented, and infused with nature. It is a great place to live, work, and raise a family. Downtown Spartanburg has seen a revitalization in the past decade. There is a flurry of activity happening in downtown Spartanburg in the past couple of years. This includes new businesses, new residential projects, public infrastructure developments, special events, and future development plans. With these redevelopments, Spartanb...urg has blossomed into an amazing city filled with community events and exciting things to do. Schools, business sectors, healthcare, shopping, a new baseball stadium with their own team, and dining –Spartanburg has it all.

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