Job Information
North Central College, IL Assistant Camp Director in Naperville, Illinois
Employment Status: Staff
Description of Key Responsibility:
Responsible for assisting the Camp Director in the planning, marketing and execution of the assigned summer camp. This includes assisting with the selection, hiring, training and scheduling of camp staff.
Under the supervision of the Camp Director, responsible for the safety and supervision of all camp participants throughout the assigned camp program to ensure they have a positive camp experience.
In the unforeseen absence or the Camp Director, the Assistant Camp Director will be responsible for the delivery of a summer camp program consistent with that described in the North Central College Summer Camp brochure.
Assist the Camp Director with the implementation of routines, schedules, and procedures for all camp operations.
Assist the Camp Director in the supervision and evaluation of all program staff.
Provide a safe and secure environment for campers by following and upholding all safety and security rules and procedures. This includes being able to respond to the needs of a participant with disabilities.
Verbally express all camp rules and procedures to campers and parents on the first day of camp. These rules should include the camper’s code of conduct, safety and security measures, and any physical guidelines specific to your assigned camp.
Be a positive and appropriate role model to campers and camp assistants in regard to general camp procedures and practices.
Oversee the set-up prior to each camp session and the clean-up at the close of each session, this include maintaining inventory on all camp equipment.
Be a mandated reporter for the “Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act”.
Perform other job related duties as assigned.
OTHER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the College’s mission, vision and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College’s Strategic Plan.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement.
Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Education/Training:
CPR / AED Certified. High School diploma required
Experience:
2-3 years of relevant subject or camp experience.
Licenses or Certifications:
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Position Summary:
The Assistant Camp Director is responsible for the safe operation and instruction of their assigned camp program(s) in accordance with the Camp Policies and Procedures. This position may be supervised by the Camp Director and personnel of the Office of Conference Services & Camps. The Assistant Camp Director will assist the Camp Director with appropriate planning, marketing, implementation and evaluation of their camp’s programmatic and logistical operations.