Camp Hale Associate Director

The Associate Director of Camp Hale resides at Camp from June through mid-October and plays an integral role in the recruitment, supervision, and training of Camp Hale counselors, CITs, and LITs. In addition, this person will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring a quality camper experience and overseeing overall Camp operations, including partnering with the Director of Camp Hale to oversee the Camp Hale Operations Director.

In this role, you will have an opportunity to:

• Be a mentor and role model: Guide and inspire campers as they build confidence, independence, and a love for the outdoors.
• Shape unforgettable memories: Help create a summer of laughter, exploration, and deep connection.
• Support a high-functioning camp environment: Oversee key staff roles, ensuring smooth daily operations and a safe, engaging experience for all.
• Make a difference!

What You'll Do

• Uphold and further the mission of Camp Hale.
• Support collecting and using data for continuous program improvement, including supporting data collection for Campsite.
• Partner with the Director of Camp Hale to oversee infirmary and kitchen staff, ensuring proper health and food service procedures are followed.
• Manage and train staff on the ACA accreditation process to ensure compliance with all standards and best practices.
• Onsite supervisor for all rentals.
• Lead the NH relicensing and ACA accreditation process. Ensure Camp processes align with all related policies and procedures.
• Maintain a parent handbook, staff handbook, and Operations handbook with opening/closing tasks
• Conduct and submit water testing to the Department of Health and Human Services.
• Develop and implement the camper registration process immediately following each session to streamline enrollment and planning.
• Serve as a thought partner in expanding and marketing Camp Hale to attract families from diverse communities.
• Train, evaluate, and support counselors, CITs, and LITs' professional development; this includes ensuring weekly check-ins, coaching, and performance evaluations.
• Complete daily rounds to supervise and assess the needs and safety of campers, staff, and the overall program.
• Work alongside the Program Director, Waterfront Director, and LIT Coordinators to oversee the planning and implementation of curriculum for campers and LITs that promote positive youth development and environmental learning.
• Ensure the safe and secure operation of the camp, including safety drills and procedures.
• Responsible for overseeing and managing the camper experience; this includes camper behaviors and parent communication.
• Assist with developing and maintaining program goals, activities, policies, and procedures that reflect current best practices in youth development.
• Cultivate strong relationships with Camp Hale campers, families, and staff.

What You'll Love

• Join a passionate and supportive community: become part of a close-knit team united by a shared love for children and the outdoors. Collaborate with experienced and dedicated staff who will support you every step of the way.
• Become a role model and inspire young minds: Play a pivotal role in shaping the lives of young people.
• Live in a natural paradise: trade cityscapes for sun-dappled forests and sparkling lake views. Embrace the magic of nature and reconnect with your inner child.
• Make a difference that matters: Leave a positive mark on the world and inspire future generations to be stewards of the environment, leaders, and compassionate citizens.

Who We're Looking For

There are innumerable ways to learn, grow, and excel professionally. We know people gain skills through a variety of professional, personal, educational, and volunteer experiences. We respect this when we review applications and take a broad look at the experience of each applicant. We want to get to know you and the unique strengths you will bring to the work. This said, we are most likely to be interested in your candidacy if you can demonstrate most of the qualifications and experience listed below.

• At least 3-5 years experience in youth development or in the camping arena, with at least 2 years experience in program coordination or management. Extensive leadership experience in a camp or youth program preferred.
• At least 2-3 years supervising staff preferred
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated timely problem-solving skills and flexibility.
• Familiarity and experience with American Camp Association (ACA) accreditation standards strongly preferred.
• A team player- collaborative, adaptable, and values working as part of a close-knit team.
• Must be able to climb, balance, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and be capable of repetitive motion (with or without accommodation).
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 20 pounds of force constantly.

About United South End Settlements

At United South End Settlements (USES), we offer programs to support the whole family in achieving economic mobility. We help parents and caregivers develop their own capacity to reach their goals, increase their income and assets, and connect with new networks of people. We provide quality education and enrichment opportunities for children and youth that foster personal development and social-emotional skills such as perseverance, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving: Early Childhood Education, club48 out-of-school time programming, and Camp Hale on Squam Lake in New Hampshire. We believe that as families increase their income and assets, become more resilient, and connect to a diverse network, they and their children are more likely to develop the necessary skills to disrupt the cycle of poverty.

As United South End Settlements celebrates its 130th year and beyond, we are reaffirming our founding vision of an inclusive community where neighbors from all walks of life work together so that all can thrive while implementing a bold, new model designed to promote economic mobility and social capital to break the generational cycle of poverty.

About Camp Hale

The location of this job is in Center Sandwich, NH.

Camp Hale provides room and board. Established in 1900, Camp Hale is a sleepaway summer camp for Boston-area youth ages 5 to 17 years old to experience a range of outdoor activities in the scenic environment of Squam Lake, located in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. Camp Hale transforms youth into resilient leaders as they discover the wonders of nature, build a diverse community, and embrace challenging experiences. The camp operarates on the believe that all youth benefit from opportunities for physical, mental, and social growth and development. The goal is for campers to leave with an enhanced sense of well-being, improved social skills, and awareness of personal potential.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $900.00 - $950.00 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person