Assistant Director, Programming, Retreats, and Rentals; PRR

Job Details:

Job Location:

Rocky Mount, MO 65072, Position Type:
Full Time, Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $55,000.00 Salary, Job Category:
Day Camp,

The Assistant Camp Director – Programming, Retreats, and Rentals (PRR) is a key member of the camp leadership team responsible for creating an exceptional, distinctive, and memorable experience for campers and guests. The primary responsibility of this position is to develop, plan, lead, and execute outstanding camp programming, making programming one of the camp's key differentiators from other overnight camps. The position also oversees year‑round programming on the camp property, including programs operated by the camp and programming for outside organizations utilizing the property.

The Asst. Dir. PRR will also oversee the staff in charge of Judaic along with overseeing the food service component of camp.

In addition, the Assistant Director PRR supports camper enrollment and recruitment efforts and will travel periodically for recruitment and outreach. This position also supports staff recruitment and retention efforts under the direction of the Asst Dir Staffing. The successful candidate will combine creativity, Jewish values, operational excellence, strong organization, and exceptional execution to turn innovative ideas into high-quality experiences.

• Develop and lead a creative, innovative, age-appropriate summer programming plan that reflects the camp's mission, Jewish identity, and commitment to excellence.
• Ensure programming provides variety, excitement, meaningful experiences, and opportunities for connection, personal growth, and community.
• Intentionally incorporate Jewish values, culture, and traditions, Continuously identify new activities, trends, experiences, and ideas that can distinguish the camp from competing programs.
• Coordinate programming with camp leadership to ensure activities support the overall camper experience and daily camp schedule.
• Evaluate programming throughout and after each summer and use camper, staff, and parent feedback to improve future programming.

• Have a majority of the upcoming summer's programming substantially developed by April
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• Develop a preliminary plan for the remaining programming by April, intentionally leaving room for input from part‑time summer counselors.
• Upon arrival of seasonal staff, lead a collaborative process to finalize the remaining programming using their prior camp experience, creativity, talents, and knowledge of current camper interests.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and lead part‑time programming staff and counselors responsible for implementing summer activities.
• Provide staff with clear expectations, schedules, activity plans, safety procedures, and standards for exceptional execution.
• Coach and support staff throughout the summer, providing feedback and accountability to ensure consistent quality.
• Create an environment where seasonal staff contribute ideas while maintaining appropriate structure and leadership.

• Identify all materials, equipment, supplies, and other resources required for summer programming well in advance.
• Research and locate resources at the best combination of price, quality, availability, and appropriateness.
• Develop and maintain organized inventories and purchasing plans.
• Manage the programming budget and make thoughtful decisions regarding expenditures.
• Ensure materials and equipment are properly stored, maintained, distributed, and used throughout the summer.
• Establish systems that minimize waste, loss, and unnecessary replacement costs.
• Plan for future seasons by evaluating which resources should be retained, replaced, or upgraded.