Camp Hoover Director Job Northern Kentucky USA,Management

Location: Northern

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Columbus, OH 43209

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title :
Camp Director, Camp Hoover

Dept. No : 410

Department :
Children and Camp Services

DOL Status :
Full-Time, Exempt

Supervisor :
Director of JCC Camps

Mission Statement:

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Columbus is a human service agency offering a varied program that is Jewish in nature. It is committed to enhancing the quality of individual and family life through the promotion of physical, intellectual, and spiritual wellness. It provides educational and cultural programs that reflect the Jewish heritage, health related activities and many services to the community ough its wide array of programs, the JCC pursues its mission of strengthening the individual, family, and community.

Vision

Statement:

The JCC nurtures a passion for Jewish learning and living. Through programs and services, the JCC provides comfortable and inviting environments in which the community can thrive.

To ensure the highest quality of programs and services and possess a working knowledge of agency programs and services.
To represent the agency and provide the highest quality of customer service to individuals and groups with whom you come into contact.
To welcome, thank and engage JCC members and guests on a daily basis.
To treat fellow staff with respect.
To adhere to all policies and practices provided in the employee handbook.
Wear a JCC Staff and attend appropriate staff meetings.

Position Summary :
The Camp Hoover Director leads all aspects of the summer experience at Camp Hoover, the JCC's outdoor day camp featuring waterfront and pool programming, ropes, archery, and traditional camp adventure. This position is responsible for camper wellbeing, staff development, program quality, and site readiness throughout the summer season. As a member of the camp leadership team, the Director also serves in year-round capacities alongside colleagues in the Children and Camp Services department, including camper recruitment and retention, family engagement, staff hiring, and support of school-year programming such as JClub After school, School's Out Days, and Parent's Night Out.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Know the individual needs of every camper, including health conditions and allergies, and ensure staff are educated and prepared to support them.
Communicate with camper families in a professional and timely manner regarding injuries, concerns, and questions.
Support counselors in managing camper behavior and provide fair, consistent consequences and disciplinary follow through.

Staff Management:

Participate in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new and returning summer staff, and contribute to hiring and termination decisions.
Develop and lead staff orientation and in-season training that prepares each team member to lead successfully and grow professionally.
Maintain supportive, professional relationships with staff and respond to individual needs throughout the summer.
Provide ongoing coaching and guidance to counselors and conduct formal performance reviews at midsummer and at the close of the season.
Maintain Camp Hoover staff attendance, schedules, and timecards.

Program Management:

Model and implement the Jewish values reflected in the Camp mission.
Design creative, thoughtfully planned programming that challenges and excites campers while teaching new skills.
Oversee the development and maintenance of all summer program schedules to ensure smooth daily operations.
Ensure program staff have the guidance, training, and skills needed to create and deliver engaging programs.
Oversee certifications for ropes and archery staff.
Ensure safety procedures for every program area are taught and upheld all summer.
Partner with the Aquatics Department to schedule lifeguards for pool and waterfront activities.
Conduct an annual review of ACA and DCY standards and ensure full implementation.

Grounds Management:

Collaborate with the Director of JCC Camps and the Facilities Manager on ongoing maintenance and capital needs, and submit work orders as needed.
Work with the Aquatics Department to ensure the pool and waterfront are properly prepared, maintained, and closed from the start to the end of summer.
Ensure grounds and facilities remain clean, safe, and well maintained throughout the season.

Year-Round Engagement and Children's Department Support:

Create and sustain a strong, positive Camp presence in the community to attract new families, retain returning families, and meet annual…