DC Assistant Camp Director - Engagement Focused

DC Assistant Site Director

Operations, Culture, Engagement

At DEAN Camps, we create life-changing opportunities for young people to discover their passions, explore endless possibilities, achieve meaningful goals, and navigate thrilling adventures, all while developing character and skills that last a lifetime.

Guided by our core values of Compassion, Trust, Growth, and Creativity, we foster an environment where learning, discovery, and personal development thrive. Our vision is to inspire generations of resilient, compassionate, and confident individuals who contribute positively to their communities and the world.

We operate across DC, MD, NJ, PA, and VA, offering all-inclusive programs that make summer exciting for children and easy for families. Learn more: DEAN Camps.

This job is ideal for experienced camp program directors, recreation directors, youth program leaders, social workers, guidance counselors, or behavioral specialists who excel in semi-structured, fast-paced, and high-energy environments.

• Leadership & Team Experience – 2 years of experience working in summer camp leadership, education, recreation, or youth development, supporting programs serving 200+ children per week with a focus on mentoring peers, resolving conflicts, and building strong team morale among 40+ team members.
  • Support, manage, and coach counselors, in tandem with the director, throughout the day
  • Help identify performance concerns and provide real-time feedback, redirection, and support
  • Reinforce DEAN expectations, procedures, culture, and standards
  • Support SD to delegate responsibilities and keep the team moving effectively
  • Support campers who need additional behavioral or emotional support
  • Program coverage when needed (transitions, lunch/recess, arrival, breaks, dismissal, absences, or other areas based on daily needs)
• Organized & Reliable – You balance structured programming with flexibility, ensuring both team members and campers feel supported.
• Tech-Savvy – You are comfortable with technology tools, such as Slack, Google Workspace and Airtable, to foster clear and uplifting communication across teams.
• Adaptability & Quick Thinking – You thrive in fast-paced environments and solve challenges with ease, without waiting to be asked.
• High Energy & Enthusiasm – You bring a positive and motivating attitude. You are people-focused, motivating, and thrive on building connections. You inspire team members and campers to bring their best selves every day.
• Strong Communication & People Skills – You lead with empathy, patience, and clarity. You excel at conflict resolution, giving and accepting constructive feedback, and creating a supportive team culture.
• Excited to Learn & Lead Activities – You are adept at jumping into various hands‑on activities during unforeseen circumstances/absences or team member breaks, including, but not limited to:
  • STEAM: innovation labs, woodworking, sewing, fiber arts, and cooking.
  • Creative Play:
    Engaging with our youngest “Discoverer” campers (aged 4–5) in STEAM, baking, and dance movement.

As an Assistant Site Director of Culture & Engagement, you’ll help build the heart of camp — creating an environment where team members feel supported, energized, and proud of their work, and where campers experience DEAN’s trademark creativity, care, and fun. Partnering closely with the Site Director, you’ll strengthen team morale, coordinate camp-wide events, and ensure every day feels connected and purposeful.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Creating a positive camp culture that fosters a kind, inclusive team environment, ensuring strong morale and growth, plus effective collaboration to create a team that leaves camp stronger than they…