What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Director position at Inverness Golf Club?
Job Summary:
As a camp director, you will be the go-to person for all things camp at Inverness Golf Club (the club). Your job will include many responsibilities, all with the goal of creating a memorable and meaningful camp experience for the campers. Our Camp Directors have real ownership over their camp programs and enjoy infusing their own creativity and talents into their weekly schedules. As you manage campers, their families, club logistics, your small staff team and other camp events, you will be truly supported by the club.
Camp Director Qualities:
- Ability to help children grow in character, experiences and insights
- Knowledge and expertise in the area of program planning
- Ability to lead a team
- Ability to guard the health and wellbeing of campers at all times
- Capable of sustaining energy for participation in a full day’s worth of activities
- Ability to make decisions and adjust plans in real-time
- Prior experience working with children in a leadership position
- Effective communication skills and public speaking ability
- Enthusiastic, responsible, dependable, consistent, level-headed, flexible, and calm in all situations
- CPR/First Aid Certified OR willing to become certified before the summer begins
Camp Director Responsibilities
- Work with group of campers and provide a fun, safe and exciting camp experience
- Supervise daily swim time in a hands-on manner from within the water, as needed
- Work with and supervise counselors in a supportive manner
- Assign counselors to specific tasks and manage their performance
- Complete and submit daily and weekly administrative tasks electronically
- Greet families and campers upon arrival and orientate them to camp
- Establish rules with campers and staff and review emergency procedures
- Manage parent expectations by knowing your campers and conversing with parents at pick-up and drop-off times
- Plan daily camp schedule and activities
- Shop for camp supplies, staying within supply budget provided by the club
- Prepare activities in advance
- Manage any issues that my arise including, but not limited to camper behavior issues, parent complaints, etc.
