Encinitas - Summer Camp Site Director; Youth Soccer – San Diego Wave Camps | San Diego, CA
Listed on 2026-04-21
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Summer Camp Site Director (Youth Soccer) – San Diego Wave Camps | San Diego, CA
San Diego Wave Camps is seeking a Summer Camp Site Director in San Diego, CA to lead daily operations at our youth soccer camp locations across San Diego County.
This is a high-level leadership role for an experienced youth program leader or soccer coach who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. As a Site Director
, you will oversee staff, ensure camper safety, manage day-to-day logistics, and deliver an exceptional camp experience aligned with the values of San Diego Wave FC—confidence, community, and excellence
.
The Site Director serves as the on-site leader and decision-maker
, ensuring camp runs safely, smoothly, and professionally each day.
The selected candidate may have the opportunity to begin working as early as April 2026 in a part-time, paid role supporting group sales and community outreach for San Diego Wave Camps.
In This Role, You May- Promote camp programs to local schools, teams, and community organizations
- Build relationships with families and youth sports groups to support enrollment efforts
- Gain valuable experience in sports sales, marketing, and operations
This is a great opportunity to increase earnings, build professional experience, and get a head start before the summer camp season begins.
What You’ll Lead (Site Director Responsibilities)- Oversee all daily camp operations for youth soccer camps
- Supervise, support, and evaluate a team of soccer coaches and camp staff
- Execute the San Diego Wave Camps curriculum with consistency and quality
- Ensure a safe, structured, and inclusive environment for campers ages 4–12
- Manage daily logistics including check-in/check-out, scheduling, and transitions
- Communicate professionally with parents, guardians, and staff
- Handle problem-solving, conflict resolution, and on-site decision-making
- Uphold and represent the Wave Camps FC brand with professionalism and integrity
- Lead a premium youth soccer camp program
- Gain leadership experience in sports management, youth development, and operations
- Make a lasting impact on young athletes in your community
- Work outdoors in a high-energy, team-driven environment
- Build and mentor a team of coaches and future leaders
- Potential eligibility for San Diego Wave FC match tickets
- Experience leading youth programs, summer camps, or sports camps
- Background in soccer coaching or playing (high school level or higher preferred)
- Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and staff members simultaneously
- Excellent communication and conflict-resolution abilities
- High energy, professionalism, and accountability
- Passion for youth development through sports
- 7-week summer commitment:
June 22 – August 7, 2026 - Monday–Friday, approximately 8 hours per day
- Ability to travel to camp locations including Carmel Valley, Eastlake, Point Loma, Encinitas, La Jolla, and Carlsbad with reliable transportation
- Must pass a comprehensive background screening
- Comfortable driving a rented camp van if needed
- $1,400 – $1,600 per week, based on experience
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