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Camp Director jobs are open across summer camps, youth nonprofits, outdoor education programs, and community recreation organizations, at every level from assistant director to senior director, with specializations in residential camping, day camp operations, and therapeutic recreation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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At Kidcam, a great Camp Assistant Director helps build people up, protect the experience, and make the entire camp a better place. We're looking for strong leaders who love kids, know how to bring out the best in people, and understand that running a great camp takes more than a schedule and a clipboard. Kidcam Assistant Directors know their campers, supports their team, brings the energy, and isn't afraid to jump into wherever needed.
Being a Kidcam Assistant Director means sharing ownership of the camp experience and being ready to lead wherever you're needed most. You'll work alongside the Director to oversee daily operations, support staff, manage camper behavior, and build relationships with families. You will ensure camp is safe, organized, and full of SPIRIT. You'll need WITH-IT-NESS—the ability to see what needs attention, anticipate problems, stay calm under pressure and step in without waiting to be asked. Responsibilities may look different from camp to camp, but one expectation never changes: you must be ready to step into the Director's shoes at any moment. Because a great Assistant Director doesn't just help camp run smoothly. They help build people up, protect the experience, and make the entire camp better.
Education & Experience:
- Per ACA standards, minimum 21 years of age by start date.
- Experience in education, recreation, camp management, social work, psychology, or other related and applicable field (preferred).
- Experience in managing and supervising employees. This includes young adults (high school, college, etc.).
- First Aid & CPR Certified (Basecamp will coordinate certification prior to the start of camp as needed).
- Experience with Microsoft 365 and basic computer skills with applications such as Word, Excel, Email, etc..
- Ability to learn and manage the Kidcam Camp Software System (this will be included in pre camp training).
Key Competencies:
Ability to oversee camp operations, staff development, facility relations, and parent engagement to ensure camper safety and a meaningful camp experience for campers, parents, and staff.
Calm under duress and able to make critical decisions in a quick and logical manner to minimize risk and ensure the safety and well-being of participants and staff.
Ability to collaborate with and cultivate a team of 10-50+ summer staff, coaching them toward success. You’ll be a supportive manager with high expectations, providing feedback on classroom instruction and behavior management, while thoughtfully pushing your team to greatness in ways that have a ripple effect.
Physical Demands & Working Conditions: Must be physically and mentally able to meet the challenges of navigating and working in destination based facilities. Remember, this is SUMMER camp - ability to adapt to heat conditions is important.
At Kidcam, a great Camp Assistant Director helps build people up, protect the experience, and make the entire camp a better place. We're looking for strong leaders who love kids, know how to bring out the best in people, and understand that running a great camp takes more than a schedule and a clipboard. Kidcam Assistant Directors know their campers, supports their team, brings the energy, and isn't afraid to jump into wherever needed.
Being a Kidcam Assistant Director means sharing ownership of the camp experience and being ready to lead wherever you're needed most. You'll work alongside the Director to oversee daily operations, support staff, manage camper behavior, and build relationships with families. You will ensure camp is safe, organized, and full of SPIRIT. You'll need WITH-IT-NESS—the ability to see what needs attention, anticipate problems, stay calm under pressure and step in without waiting to be asked. Responsibilities may look different from camp to camp, but one expectation never changes: you must be ready to step into the Director's shoes at any moment. Because a great Assistant Director doesn't just help camp run smoothly. They help build people up, protect the experience, and make the entire camp better.
Education & Experience:
- Per ACA standards, minimum 21 years of age by start date.
- Experience in education, recreation, camp management, social work, psychology, or other related and applicable field (preferred).
- Experience in managing and supervising employees. This includes young adults (high school, college, etc.).
- First Aid & CPR Certified (Basecamp will coordinate certification prior to the start of camp as needed).
- Experience with Microsoft 365 and basic computer skills with applications such as Word, Excel, Email, etc..
- Ability to learn and manage the Kidcam Camp Software System (this will be included in pre camp training).
Key Competencies:
Ability to oversee camp operations, staff development, facility relations, and parent engagement to ensure camper safety and a meaningful camp experience for campers, parents, and staff.
Calm under duress and able to make critical decisions in a quick and logical manner to minimize risk and ensure the safety and well-being of participants and staff.
Ability to collaborate with and cultivate a team of 10-50+ summer staff, coaching them toward success. You’ll be a supportive manager with high expectations, providing feedback on classroom instruction and behavior management, while thoughtfully pushing your team to greatness in ways that have a ripple effect.
Physical Demands & Working Conditions: Must be physically and mentally able to meet the challenges of navigating and working in destination based facilities. Remember, this is SUMMER camp - ability to adapt to heat conditions is important.
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Who's Hiring
- Girl Scouts of the USA11
- Kidcam Camps9K
- Steve & Kate's Camp7
- YMCA6
- Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri5
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in camp director jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in recreation management, education, or a related field
- Current CPR, First Aid, and Wilderness First Aid certification
- Three or more years of progressive camp leadership or youth program experience
- Experience managing seasonal staff hiring, training, and supervision
- American Camp Association accreditation knowledge or direct experience
- Demonstrated budget management and program planning skills
Tips for Your Camp Director Job Search
Tailor your resume to camp operations
Hiring managers for camp director roles want to see budget ownership, staff headcount supervised, and enrollment numbers you managed. Lead each bullet with those specifics rather than generic leadership language that could describe any administrative role.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists camp director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Get your certifications current before applying
Many postings require current Wilderness First Aid, CPR, or American Camp Association credentials before an interview is offered. Letting any of those lapse can remove you from consideration even when your experience is strong.
Target postings by program model, not just title
Residential, day, therapeutic, and specialty camps each have distinct director competencies. Filter for the program type where your experience is deepest so your application reads as a direct match rather than a general fit.
Prepare a staffing story for interviews
Camp director interviews almost always include a scenario question about hiring, training, or terminating seasonal staff under time pressure. Walk in with a concrete example covering the problem, your decision, and the outcome.
Negotiate start date around the camp calendar
Offers for camp director roles frequently come in winter for summer programs. If you need to give notice at a current job, ask for a start date that lets you complete pre-camp staff training rather than arriving mid-preparation.
Camp Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most camp directors?
The companies hiring the most camp directors right now include Girl Scouts of the USA, Kidcam Camps, and Steve & Kate's Camp, with the largest share of openings in New York, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nonprofit youth organizations and municipal parks and recreation departments consistently represent the largest share of postings.
How many camp director jobs are remote?
About 29% of camp director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, on-site nature of most camp operations. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are program development, curriculum design, and administrative coordination roles within larger camp networks rather than on-the-ground directorship.
How do you become a camp director?
Start by working in direct youth programming as a counselor, activity specialist, or unit leader to build on-the-ground experience. Progress into an assistant director or program director role to take on staff supervision and operational responsibility. Earn relevant certifications, pursue American Camp Association professional development, and demonstrate budget ownership before moving into a head director position.
Can you get hired as a camp director with little experience?
Some smaller day camps and community recreation programs hire first-time directors who have strong youth program backgrounds even without prior director titles. Framing transferable experience clearly matters most: emphasize any staff you supervised, programs you designed, or logistics you owned. Starting as an assistant director is the most reliable path to a full director role within one to two seasons.
What does the camp director interview process look like?
Most camp director hiring processes include an initial phone or video screen with HR or a board member, followed by a deeper interview with senior leadership focused on your program philosophy and staff management approach. Final-round candidates are often asked to present a sample program plan or respond to a staffing scenario. Reference checks and a background screening are standard before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to camp director jobs?
You can find and apply to camp director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find the roles that match your experience and program background, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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