Camp Director

2024 Camp Scouthaven Summer Resident Camp Director
Job Description
Summary: This position serves as the person responsible for all operations of the Summer Resident Camp programs. The best candidate is a dynamic leader, who can relate to the paid staff, volunteers, parents, and campers while maintaining a safe but fun camping experience for all.
• Ensures camp operates above the minimum standards of all accreditations requirements and agencies having
oversight (examples: BSA, NYS Dept of Health, etc.)
• Ensures camp operates within the budget provided by council leadership.
• Works in concert with the Camp Program Director(s) and Ranger(s) to prepare and operate summer camp.
• Develops and executes a staffing plan to meet all camp and budget needs.
• Develops and executes a staff training plan.
• Develops and executes a plan of action for active Unit and Camper Recruitment and retention (this may include participation at council and district events).
• Provides direct supervision to the Program Director(s), Heath Officer(s) Kitchen Staff, Trading Post (Camp Store) staff, Provo Scoutmaster, and office staff.
• Maintain working relationships with the Council Summer Camp Staff Advisor, Council Professional Staff, Camping Commitee, other appropriate board committees (Advancement, Training, Properties, etc.).
• Maintains all required certifications and registrations (examples: BSA, National Camp School, First Aid, CPR, etc.)
• Develops and executes a plan for Adult Leaders and Campers to evaluate their experience.
• Develops and executes a staff evaluation program.
• Lead Unit Leader and Staff meetings as needed.
• Create and foster an environment that encourages high staff morale and camper enjoyment.
• Provides a written report to close out the summer.
• May be asked to supervise additional programs that require permits or certifications to operate.
• Maintain flexibility to complete crossover tasks with all aspects of the WNY Scout Council
• This is a resident position during the operating season.
Estimated starting salary: $4500.00.
Please submit a letter of application to: scouting@wnyscouting.org

To apply for this job email your details to patrick.covell@scouting.org

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