Job Title: Assistant Camp Director – Camp Isidore Alterman

Reports To: Camp Director – Camp Isidore Alterman

Status: Full-Time

SUMMARY

The main responsibility of this position is to assist the Camp Director in the planning, directing, supervising and implementation of all aspects of running Camp Isidore Alterman (CIA). This role serves as an integral part of our year-round MJCCA Day Camps team, actively participating in camper enrollment, staff engagement and the development of our comprehensive day camp programs, which encompass both MJCCA Day Camps and School’s Out Camp.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Supervision (in collaboration with the CIA Director)

Responsible for direct supervision & evaluation of:

• Program Manager
• Activity Leaders, including our Shlichim (Israeli ambassadors)
• Staff-in-Training (SIT) program for all rising 9th graders

Camp Planning and Execution

• Assist the Camp Director with Camp Management for CIA
• Plan the curriculum for all specialty and counselor-led activities including but not exclusive to: arts and crafts, STEAM, outdoor cooking, edible art, dance, music, Israeli Culture, drama, CIA Jr., and special events like CIA Maccabi, Israel Day and rainy day programming
• Support the Unit Heads in their roles and responsibilities throughout the camp season
• Order and organize all CIA supplies
• Lead our Shlichim Recruitment and Engagement efforts: recruiting Shlichim, meeting with the Shlichim on their programming, recruiting host families…etc.
• Plan the SIT program in collaboration with the SIT Unit Head.
• Assist the Camp Director with interviews for 160+ staff members
• Collaborate with our HR department to complete the hiring process and submit all required paperwork for employment at MJCCA Day Camps.
• Develop and manage weekly schedules for all CIA camp groups.
• Responsible for organizing the BCC (Before-Camp Care) and ACC (After-Camp Care) programs, including staffing, programming and supplies.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of staff orientation and weekly staff meetings

School’s Out Camp

• Planning, executing, and managing the School’s Out Camp program during the school year in collaboration with the MJCCA Day Camps Team
• Responsible for planning curriculum and ordering supplies for the various activities
• Hire the camp staff for School’s Out Camp and organize their hiring process.

Staff and Camper Recruitment and Retention

• Develop and implement staff and camper recruitment strategies, including school outreach, camp tours, and recruitment events.
• Build a positive camp culture through staff outings, appreciation, and recognition to encourage staff retention.
• Coordinate recruitment efforts for camp host families

Additional Responsibilities

• Exercise exceptional judgment in regard to policies, procedures and the well-being of all children within the care of Camp Isidore Alterman and the MJCCA programs.
• Support counselors and unit heads in behavior management of all campers
• Camper recruitment—including but not limited to making phone calls, customer service, emails, and retention.
• Working camp tours, camp expos, and nights and weekends as needed.
• Fill in for the Director in the Director’s absence
• Commitment to the Day Camp and School’s Out Camp Calendar

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Organization & Time Management

• Prioritizes tasks and meets deadlines
• Maintains organized materials, schedules, and workspaces
• Anticipates logistical needs and plans accordingly

Proactivity & Initiative

• Takes initiative and anticipates needs
• Identifies improvements and offers solutions
• Takes ownership and follows through on responsibilities
• Creativity & Program Development
• Develops engaging, creative, and age-appropriate activities
• Adapts programs to meet camper interests and needs
• Prepares materials and uses feedback to improve programming

Customer Service

• Responds promptly and professionally to customer needs
• Handles challenging situations with patience and care
• Seeks feedback and follows through on commitments

Problem Solving

• Identifies problems and implements effective solutions
• Collaborates with others to resolve challenges
• Uses sound judgment in difficult situations

Communication

• Communicates clearly and professionally
• Listens actively and seeks clarification
• Responds to questions and requests promptly

Adaptability

• Adjusts effectively to changes and unexpected situations
• Remains flexible and positive when challenges arise

Quality/Dependability

• Completes work accurately and on time
• Follows directions and takes responsibility for actions
• Demonstrates consistency and attention to detail

Organizational Support

• Follows MJCCA policies and procedures
• Maintains professional attire and organized workspaces
• Completes administrative tasks on time
• Demonstrates punctuality and supports MJCCA values

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum of two years supervisory experience
• Prior experience of childcare
• Preferred- experience working in a camp environment
• Knowledge of Jewish culture, traditions, and values, and the ability to integrate them into engaging camp activities and curriculum, is preferred but not required.

Computer Skills:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Knowledge of CampMinder is preferred but not required.