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Camp Director

Job in New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listing for: Confidential
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-16
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Summer Seasonal
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: New York

Camp Director – Premier Northeast Overnight Girls Camp About the Camp

For over a century, this traditional, well-established overnight girls camp has provided life-changing experiences to generations of campers. Located on a pristine lakefront campus, the camp blends tradition and innovation, offering a wide variety of activities in waterfront, equestrian, outdoor adventure, arts, theater, sports, and leadership development.

The camp is proud of its close-knit community, high standards of safety and care, and commitment to fun, growth, and belonging. Families return summer after summer, with many staff members returning year after year.

This is a rare opportunity to lead one of the most respected girls overnight camps in the Northeast. The Camp Director will guide a multi-million-dollar seasonal operation, inspire a large team, and shape the future of a legacy institution that has been a cornerstone of summer camping for generations.

Top Candidate Qualities
  • Visionary Leader – Experienced in youth development, with the ability to set strategic goals while honoring long-standing traditions.
  • Strong Operator – Skilled in managing complex operations including campers, staff, programming, budgeting, and facilities.
  • Inclusive Team Builder – Dedicated to cultivating a positive, warm, and collaborative culture for campers, counselors, and leadership staff.
Key Responsibilities
  • Leadership & Strategy – Partner with ownership to define and execute a clear vision that balances tradition with innovation.
  • Operations & Safety – Oversee daily camp operations, risk management, and program delivery across diverse activity areas.
  • Camper & Family Engagement – Build strong relationships with campers, families, and alumni while ensuring excellent communication and customer service.
  • Staff Development – Mentoring of seasonal staff, cultivating a strong return rate.
  • Facilities Stewardship – Supervise upkeep and improvements across a large lakeside property including bunks, dining, activity centers, and recreational areas.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of senior leadership in overnight camps, youth programs, hospitality, or related fields.
  • Proven ability to manage large teams, budgets, and facilities.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Passion for youth development and creating a safe, fun, inclusive community.
  • Willingness to live onsite during the camp season.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
  • Onsite room and board during the summer season.
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