Summer Camp Director Public Schools

The Program Director manages and coordinates the day to day operation of the 7 week summer youth park program and is responsible for ensuring the program is running smoothly, the children are having fun and the environment is safe.

• Plan, supervise, and lead all aspects of daily program operations
• Create a fun, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate experience for youth participants
• Implement behavior management strategies and support staff in addressing behavioral challenges
• Collaborate with the Assistant Director to manage disciplinary actions involving both participants and staff
• Ensure safe and efficient drop-off and dismissal procedures
• Enforce all safety protocols and emergency procedures to protect participants and staff
• Oversee the proper use and maintenance of equipment and facilities; report any issues promptly
• Coordinate special events, including theme days, in-house entertainment, and field trips
• Assist in planning and leading staff orientation and weekly staff meetings
• Supervise, train, and evaluate program staff and Counselors-in-Training (CITs)
• Develop and manage staff schedules, including early start and extended day coverage
• Process and submit bi-weekly payroll for program staff
• Prepare an end-of-season report with evaluations and recommendations for future programming

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High school diploma required;
  Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience supervising groups of children in a recreational or educational setting
• Prior experience supervising staff strongly preferred
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to obtain prior to program start and maintain throughout employment)
• CORI/SORI background check required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Energetic, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple responsibilities effectively
• Experience working with children and a genuine enthusiasm for youth development
• Excellent communication skills with children, parents, and staff
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in high-pressure or emergency situations
• Strong group management skills, including maintaining staff-to-child ratios, conducting headcounts, and resolving conflicts constructively
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and program needs

Work Environment and

Physical Requirements:

• Primarily an outdoor setting at Amesbury Town Park
• Active role requiring consistent supervision, movement, and engagement with participants and staff
• Must be able to stand for several hours at a time. Must be able to handle varying levels of noise and activities. Standing, walking, bending, crouching, seeing, hearing, talking, carrying, climbing, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. is required.