Seasonal Camp Director - Jacksonville
Steve & Kate's Camp, Jacksonville, FL, United States
Overview
Job Details for Seasonal Director at Steve & Kate's Camp. This position leads and manages camp operations in a self-directed environment, with responsibilities across program delivery, staff management, operations, and community relations. Location
2051 San Pablo Rd S, Jacksonville, FL 32224 Pre-Season Hours
Approximately 80 hours of online training from hire to start of camp (April - June). Flexible schedule. Camp Dates
6/1/2026 (Mon) – 7/31/2026 (Fri). In addition, two weekends will be required for move-in and move-out of camp. Camp Hours
8:00 am – 6:00 pm Virtual Training
Must be available for virtual training on one of the following dates – 4/25, 5/9 or 5/16, 12:00–6:00 pm EST. Pre-season Hourly Wage
The hourly rate for this position is $30.00 per hour. The pay range listed here is what Steve & Kate's Camp in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on experience and other relevant business or organizational factors. Summer Salary
$1,200 weekly Company Message
At Steve & Kate's, we put radical trust in kids so that they learn to trust themselves. Campers choose minute to minute what they do at camp, with whom, and for how long. If you join our team as a Seasonal Director, you will sharpen your leadership skills and gain an immersive experience of creativity and play. Training for this position will begin in April, with progression to ownership of camp positions. The job, in a nutshell: Help run all facets of a self-directed camp. Our management team will prepare you for camp and hand you the reins approximately 1–2 weeks before the Summer begins. While running camp, you will build relationships with parents and children, help train, lead and inspire a team, and oversee day-to-day operations for your site to keep things running smoothly, safely and up to code. If you are interested in a career at Steve & Kate's, this is a great way to gain valuable experience! How do you know if you are the right candidate?
If you answer yes to all of the questions below, you should definitely apply: Do you appreciate and agree with our self-directed approach for kids? Would sparking up conversations with staff, campers and parents fit in your comfort zone? Are you comfortable navigating challenging and sometimes sensitive interactions? Are you the type of person who can't rest until you have done everything possible to make someone feel cared for? Can you multitask like you are a Hollywood Power Agent while staying calm and friendly? Do you have the stamina to keep up with 4–12 year olds and can you lift up to 30 lbs? Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Shares responsibility for all stages of the employee life cycle for seasonal teams of up to 30, including attraction, recruitment, onboarding, development, retention and separation. Acts as an on-site manager responsible for all facets of a day camp that runs 8–11 weeks, with an average of 150 campers (or more) per day, generating six- to seven-figure revenue. Handles crises, emergencies, behavioral and medical responses as needed. Manages customer contact for programs, including responding to email and phone inquiries in a timely manner, and providing exceptional customer service for hundreds of families. With support, manages compliance processes and ensures implementation of company, city and state policies for camps and childcare facilities as applicable. Manages a six-figure budget for personnel, food and programming needs. Oversees logistics and inventory management for hundreds of items valued in six figures. Manages relationships with the host school, oversees janitorial arrangements, security and site planning to ensure safe, sanitary and smooth operations. Job Requirements
At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required Bachelor20s Degree preferred Directors must have at least two seasons of camp supervisory experience. An equivalent combination of experience in child care or education with supervisory experience will be considered. Additional Job Requirements
Past management or leadership experience; experience hiring and managing teams of 5 or more is preferred During camp programs, the Director is expected to be on-site; when camps are not in session, planning, marketing and recruitment work should be done remotely, with active community engagement On-site management can be physically demanding, with extended periods on your feet outdoors Directors will be expected to run break camps throughout the year Physical Requirements
This position requires compliance with all applicable immunization, employment physical/screening and health and safety training requirements. You will work in person in a school-aged camp setting to provide supervision, care, program delivery, and services in accordance with policies and laws. Reasonable accommodations will be provided where required. The following physical requirements apply: Maintain and follow all safety and health rules Organize and maintain clean, accessible spaces Assist in camp setup and breakdown during move-in/out weekends Stand for long periods while supervising children Participate in athletic activities Benefits
Where local regulations mandate, this position is eligible for sick time Deadline to Apply
This posting is anticipated to remain open until April 15, 2026.
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Job Details for Seasonal Director at Steve & Kate's Camp. This position leads and manages camp operations in a self-directed environment, with responsibilities across program delivery, staff management, operations, and community relations. Location
2051 San Pablo Rd S, Jacksonville, FL 32224 Pre-Season Hours
Approximately 80 hours of online training from hire to start of camp (April - June). Flexible schedule. Camp Dates
6/1/2026 (Mon) – 7/31/2026 (Fri). In addition, two weekends will be required for move-in and move-out of camp. Camp Hours
8:00 am – 6:00 pm Virtual Training
Must be available for virtual training on one of the following dates – 4/25, 5/9 or 5/16, 12:00–6:00 pm EST. Pre-season Hourly Wage
The hourly rate for this position is $30.00 per hour. The pay range listed here is what Steve & Kate's Camp in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on experience and other relevant business or organizational factors. Summer Salary
$1,200 weekly Company Message
At Steve & Kate's, we put radical trust in kids so that they learn to trust themselves. Campers choose minute to minute what they do at camp, with whom, and for how long. If you join our team as a Seasonal Director, you will sharpen your leadership skills and gain an immersive experience of creativity and play. Training for this position will begin in April, with progression to ownership of camp positions. The job, in a nutshell: Help run all facets of a self-directed camp. Our management team will prepare you for camp and hand you the reins approximately 1–2 weeks before the Summer begins. While running camp, you will build relationships with parents and children, help train, lead and inspire a team, and oversee day-to-day operations for your site to keep things running smoothly, safely and up to code. If you are interested in a career at Steve & Kate's, this is a great way to gain valuable experience! How do you know if you are the right candidate?
If you answer yes to all of the questions below, you should definitely apply: Do you appreciate and agree with our self-directed approach for kids? Would sparking up conversations with staff, campers and parents fit in your comfort zone? Are you comfortable navigating challenging and sometimes sensitive interactions? Are you the type of person who can't rest until you have done everything possible to make someone feel cared for? Can you multitask like you are a Hollywood Power Agent while staying calm and friendly? Do you have the stamina to keep up with 4–12 year olds and can you lift up to 30 lbs? Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Shares responsibility for all stages of the employee life cycle for seasonal teams of up to 30, including attraction, recruitment, onboarding, development, retention and separation. Acts as an on-site manager responsible for all facets of a day camp that runs 8–11 weeks, with an average of 150 campers (or more) per day, generating six- to seven-figure revenue. Handles crises, emergencies, behavioral and medical responses as needed. Manages customer contact for programs, including responding to email and phone inquiries in a timely manner, and providing exceptional customer service for hundreds of families. With support, manages compliance processes and ensures implementation of company, city and state policies for camps and childcare facilities as applicable. Manages a six-figure budget for personnel, food and programming needs. Oversees logistics and inventory management for hundreds of items valued in six figures. Manages relationships with the host school, oversees janitorial arrangements, security and site planning to ensure safe, sanitary and smooth operations. Job Requirements
At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required Bachelor20s Degree preferred Directors must have at least two seasons of camp supervisory experience. An equivalent combination of experience in child care or education with supervisory experience will be considered. Additional Job Requirements
Past management or leadership experience; experience hiring and managing teams of 5 or more is preferred During camp programs, the Director is expected to be on-site; when camps are not in session, planning, marketing and recruitment work should be done remotely, with active community engagement On-site management can be physically demanding, with extended periods on your feet outdoors Directors will be expected to run break camps throughout the year Physical Requirements
This position requires compliance with all applicable immunization, employment physical/screening and health and safety training requirements. You will work in person in a school-aged camp setting to provide supervision, care, program delivery, and services in accordance with policies and laws. Reasonable accommodations will be provided where required. The following physical requirements apply: Maintain and follow all safety and health rules Organize and maintain clean, accessible spaces Assist in camp setup and breakdown during move-in/out weekends Stand for long periods while supervising children Participate in athletic activities Benefits
Where local regulations mandate, this position is eligible for sick time Deadline to Apply
This posting is anticipated to remain open until April 15, 2026.
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