Off-Site Assistant Summer Camp Director
Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges, Newton, NJ, United States
Job Title
Off‑Site Assistant Summer Camp Director
Job Code: N/A
FLSA: Exempt (Salaried)
Department: Camp
Reports to: Summer Camp Director
Revision Date: November 2025
Position Summary Under the direction of the Off‑Site Summer Camp Director, the Off‑Site Assistant Summer Camp Director supports overall leadership and operation of off‑site summer programs, including program development, staff supervision, fiscal management, and guest experience. The role also involves teaching environmental education and conference programs, ensuring participant safety and high‑quality experiences.
Essential Functions Program Management
Assist the Off‑Site Summer Camp Director with planning, organization, and implementation of all off‑site programs.
Act as a host for group programs.
Ensure programs are aligned with camp goals, safety standards, and YMCA values.
Program Delivery
Consistently follow risk management, camp rules, regulations, and safety guidelines.
Lead a variety of camp activities including archery, boating, climbing wall, hikes, team building, campfire programs, science classes, and seasonal activities.
Prepare and deliver well‑structured lessons for all classes assigned, demonstrating accurate knowledge and promoting participant engagement.
Provide opportunities so each participant experiences success during activities.
Guest Services
Deliver excellent customer service reflected through positive feedback and survey results.
Model professional behavior and appearance, including wearing provided staff shirts, nametag, and responsiveness to guest questions.
Serve as a positive role model for participants in language, sportsmanship, and behavior.
Assist with dining hall operations/facilitation for visiting groups.
Provide outstanding guest services to on‑site all groups.
Fiscal Management
Support annual fundraising campaign, capital fundraising efforts, and related initiatives as required by the Summer Camp Director.
Monitor use of program supplies and communicate budgetary or supply needs promptly.
Perform other job‑related duties as requested and necessary.
General Responsibilities
Demonstrate cooperation, support and flexibility toward fellow staff, programs, and the goals and mission.
Serve as a leader and mentor to part‑time and seasonal staff.
Maintain punctuality and thorough preparation for assigned activities.
Promote respect for personal property, camp equipment and facilities; report concerns and supply needs timely.
Assist with setup and cleanup of camp areas for group needs, including mopping, carrying wood, moving tables, and litter sweeps.
Submit all required reports on time.
YMCA Competencies (Team Leader)
Mission Advancement
– model and teach the YMCA values, provide attendee orientation, training, development, recognition; cultivate fundraising relationships.
Collaboration
– champion inclusion activities, build small communities, listen empathetically, communicate effectively, give staff feedback and coaching.
Operational Effectiveness
– provide frameworks for decision making, conduct prototypes, develop plans and manage best practices, manage budgets, hold staff accountable with formal progress measurement.
Personal Growth
– share new insights, facilitate change, model adaptability, address sensitive issues non‑threateningly; maintain functional and technical knowledge in technology.
Budget Responsibility: $550,000
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements
High School Diploma; Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Education, Human Services, Social Services, Recreation, Business or equivalent experience.
Fundamental financial and budget management experience.
Basic computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office and other database systems.
At least two seasons of camp experience working with children in an active setting, with knowledge of recreation and environmental activities.
Strong problem‑solving and leadership skills.
Effective written and oral communication skills; ability to speak publicly and present.
CPR and First Aid certifications required.
Physical Demands Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions, supervise activities in indoor and outdoor locations, walk on uneven terrain, carry up to 20 pounds, sustain standing periods.
Employer Rights This job description is not limited to the list in this document. You may be asked by management to perform other duties as it relates to the success of the program and association as a whole. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.
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Job Code: N/A
FLSA: Exempt (Salaried)
Department: Camp
Reports to: Summer Camp Director
Revision Date: November 2025
Position Summary Under the direction of the Off‑Site Summer Camp Director, the Off‑Site Assistant Summer Camp Director supports overall leadership and operation of off‑site summer programs, including program development, staff supervision, fiscal management, and guest experience. The role also involves teaching environmental education and conference programs, ensuring participant safety and high‑quality experiences.
Essential Functions Program Management
Assist the Off‑Site Summer Camp Director with planning, organization, and implementation of all off‑site programs.
Act as a host for group programs.
Ensure programs are aligned with camp goals, safety standards, and YMCA values.
Program Delivery
Consistently follow risk management, camp rules, regulations, and safety guidelines.
Lead a variety of camp activities including archery, boating, climbing wall, hikes, team building, campfire programs, science classes, and seasonal activities.
Prepare and deliver well‑structured lessons for all classes assigned, demonstrating accurate knowledge and promoting participant engagement.
Provide opportunities so each participant experiences success during activities.
Guest Services
Deliver excellent customer service reflected through positive feedback and survey results.
Model professional behavior and appearance, including wearing provided staff shirts, nametag, and responsiveness to guest questions.
Serve as a positive role model for participants in language, sportsmanship, and behavior.
Assist with dining hall operations/facilitation for visiting groups.
Provide outstanding guest services to on‑site all groups.
Fiscal Management
Support annual fundraising campaign, capital fundraising efforts, and related initiatives as required by the Summer Camp Director.
Monitor use of program supplies and communicate budgetary or supply needs promptly.
Perform other job‑related duties as requested and necessary.
General Responsibilities
Demonstrate cooperation, support and flexibility toward fellow staff, programs, and the goals and mission.
Serve as a leader and mentor to part‑time and seasonal staff.
Maintain punctuality and thorough preparation for assigned activities.
Promote respect for personal property, camp equipment and facilities; report concerns and supply needs timely.
Assist with setup and cleanup of camp areas for group needs, including mopping, carrying wood, moving tables, and litter sweeps.
Submit all required reports on time.
YMCA Competencies (Team Leader)
Mission Advancement
– model and teach the YMCA values, provide attendee orientation, training, development, recognition; cultivate fundraising relationships.
Collaboration
– champion inclusion activities, build small communities, listen empathetically, communicate effectively, give staff feedback and coaching.
Operational Effectiveness
– provide frameworks for decision making, conduct prototypes, develop plans and manage best practices, manage budgets, hold staff accountable with formal progress measurement.
Personal Growth
– share new insights, facilitate change, model adaptability, address sensitive issues non‑threateningly; maintain functional and technical knowledge in technology.
Budget Responsibility: $550,000
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements
High School Diploma; Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Education, Human Services, Social Services, Recreation, Business or equivalent experience.
Fundamental financial and budget management experience.
Basic computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office and other database systems.
At least two seasons of camp experience working with children in an active setting, with knowledge of recreation and environmental activities.
Strong problem‑solving and leadership skills.
Effective written and oral communication skills; ability to speak publicly and present.
CPR and First Aid certifications required.
Physical Demands Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions, supervise activities in indoor and outdoor locations, walk on uneven terrain, carry up to 20 pounds, sustain standing periods.
Employer Rights This job description is not limited to the list in this document. You may be asked by management to perform other duties as it relates to the success of the program and association as a whole. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.
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