What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Camp Director position at Camp Wildfolk?
** We are a Day Camp. We DO NOT provide housing/accommodations.
The Assistant Camp Coordinator (ACC) is the all-star support leader of their camp. They directly support the Camp Director. The ACC must be flexible and adaptable, as they’ll be shifting job functions many times throughout the day.
To Apply, please complete the Application: www.campwildfolk.com/jobs
The ACC’s main task for most days is to “float” around camp, achieving three tasks:
1. "Lifeguarding" for safety and quality concerns within camp (campers not being safe, facility concerns, etc)
2. Being available for the big and small things that arise throughout camp that the Camp Director may not be present for (camper conflicts, a parent that wants to have a conversation, a staff that needs support, etc)
3. Taking quality photos, videos, and social media stories that tell the story of Camp WIldfolk while doing your "observation rounds"
The ACC is there to be available for all the little things that come up during the camp day. These tasks may be under the regular responsibilities of another TLC staff, but at any particular time, the ACC may be called to step-in to support them or take over the task entirely.
The Assistant Camp Coordinator must be:
- Proactive
- A problem-solver
- A multi-tasker
- Flexible
- Energetic and supportive
- A team player
- Interested in returning to camp for multiple summers
- at least 23 years of age
All of our Leadership Team roles have specific tasks and responsibilities, but there are a few common TLC traits we are looking for across the board:
- coaching leadership skills
- mindful communication skills
- respectful behavioral management
- intentional time management
- guru of patience
- flexibility champ
- commitment to joy silliness
- leads with their heart
Main ACC Responsibilities:
- Directly Support the Site Director and Camp Director with oversight of camp safety, flow, and quality
- “Lifeguard” for safety and quality concerns during structured "rounds" during each activity rotation
- Delegate tasks that come up to appropriate TLC or handle directly, as needed
- Tell the story of Camp Wildfolk by taking high-quality photos, videos, and creating social media stories and reels, in accordance with Wildfolk guidelines
- Support TLC in their roles by either assisting them with tasks or in some cases, taking over their responsibilities for a time
- Support and/or supervise field trips
- Lead Wildbunch AM or PM - ensuring safety and quality of extended care program
*this is not inclusive of all responsibilities. There are a number of other specific tasks that will be outlined in more detail during training.
- ACC regular hours are 7:50am-3:20pm (Mondays: 7:20am)
- Starts at $22/hour
East Valley Essential Details
- Seasonal Position Dates: June 9- August 22nd
- TLC Training: May 18 Additional May date (tbd)
- New Staff Orientation: Saturday, June 7th (2:00pm- 8:30pm)
- Staff Training: Sunday, June 8th (10:00am- 4:00pm)
- Set-Up Day: Saturday, June 14 (times tbd)
- TLC Starting Pay: $22/hour
- Minimal additional times for camp set-up clean-up
- Optional additional hours for Extended Care
- Options to work future Spring, Fall & Winter break camps
Camp Wildfolk Mission
Guide and uplift a community of authentic, empowered 21st Century Leaders -inspiring their imagination, cultivating resilience through the development of a growth mindset, and nurturing their WILD spirit & WILD hearts.
To read more about positions, visit our website: www.campwildfolk.com/jobs
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Experience with children: 2 years (Required)
- Supervising: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Valley Village, CA 91607 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22
