Camp Supervisor Jobs

Camp Supervisor jobs are open across summer camps, outdoor education programs, recreational organizations, and youth development nonprofits, at every level from first-time counselor leads to senior program directors, with specializations in aquatics, adventure programming, and special needs services. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles14
Top statePennsylvania
Top employerStarbucks
Top cityCamp Hill, PA
Top credentialCPR Certification
Companies hiring7

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Camp Healthcare Supervisor
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Camp Healthcare Supervisor
Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming
Montana
Logistics & Fleet Management
Project Management
$600 - $650/hr
CPR Certification

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Supervisor/ Lead- Food Services - Camp Pendleton
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Supervisor/ Lead- Food Services - Camp Pendleton
Job Options Inc
Oceanside, California
Customer Success
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
ServSafe Certification
501-1,000

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Summer Camp: Healthcare Supervisor
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Summer Camp: Healthcare Supervisor
Girl Scouts of the USA
Halifax, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
201-500

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Summer Camp: Program Supervisor
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Summer Camp: Program Supervisor
Girl Scouts of the USA
Halifax, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
201-500

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RLS Laundry Supervisor - Camp Verde
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RLS Laundry Supervisor - Camp Verde
Enchantment Resort
Sedona, Arizona
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
501-1,000

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Camp Supervisor Job Market

Who's Hiring

Starbucks7 open roles
Girl Scouts of the USA2 open roles
Job Options1 open role

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in camp supervisor jobs.

  • Two or more years of experience supervising camp counselors or program staff
  • Current CPR and first aid certification from a recognized provider
  • Experience designing and running youth activity programming
  • Valid driver's license with a clean record for transporting campers
  • Completion of or enrollment in a recreation management, education, or related degree
  • Familiarity with American Camp Association standards and safety protocols

Tips for Your Camp Supervisor Job Search

Tailor your resume to seasonal cycles

Camp supervisor hiring peaks in winter and early spring for summer programs. Reformat your resume each January to highlight recent seasons first, certifications front and center, and specific camper-to-staff ratios you managed to show real operational scale.

List every relevant certification clearly

Certifications like Wilderness First Responder, Lifeguard, CPR, and AED often filter applications before a human reads them. Put each one in a dedicated credentials section with the issuing body and expiration year so nothing gets missed in a quick review.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists camp supervisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly to each listing without jumping between sites.

Quantify your staff supervision numbers

Hiring managers want to know how many counselors or junior staff reported to you, not just that you supervised a team. Write exact figures from your best season, like overseeing twelve counselors across four cabin units, to give your experience real weight.

Prepare scenario answers about camper incidents

Camp supervisor interviews almost always include behavioral questions about handling camper injuries, homesickness, or behavioral escalations. Draft and practice two specific stories, one medical and one behavioral, so your answers are concrete rather than vague.

Negotiate start date alongside pay

Many camp positions have fixed start dates tied to staff training weeks. When you receive an offer, confirm the training start date and what you'll receive during that period before discussing any other terms, since training compensation varies widely between programs.

Camp Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most camp supervisors?

The most active employers for camp supervisors right now are Starbucks, Girl Scouts of the USA, and Job Options, and the most openings are in Pennsylvania, Florida, and Idaho, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to concentrate at large multi-site operators and regional YMCA branches running summer and year-round residential programs.

How do you become a camp supervisor?

Start by working multiple seasons as a camp counselor to build direct experience with camper management and program delivery. Earn core safety certifications like CPR, first aid, and, if applicable, a lifeguard credential. Pursue a role as a unit leader or section head to gain staff supervision experience, then apply for supervisor positions once you can point to a team you led and programs you ran independently.

Can I get hired as a camp supervisor with little experience?

Yes, some programs promote internally from counselor roles after even one strong season, especially at smaller residential camps with high returning-staff rates. Emphasize any experience leading peers, coaching youth sports, tutoring, or coordinating youth events. Obtaining a Wilderness First Responder certification before applying signals commitment and often offsets a shorter work history in competitive applicant pools.

What does the camp supervisor interview process look like?

Most programs conduct an initial phone or video screen focused on availability, certifications, and your philosophy around youth development. A second round typically involves scenario-based questions about camper conflicts, staff performance issues, and emergency procedures. Some residential camps require an in-person visit or a brief practical demonstration before extending an offer, particularly for roles overseeing specialized activity areas like waterfront or climbing.

Where can I find and apply to camp supervisor jobs?

You can find and apply to camp supervisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits without leaving the platform.

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