2027 DC Assistant Camp Director Engagement Focused

DC Assistant Site Director

Operations Culture Engagement

At DEAN Camps we create life-changing opportunities for young people to discover their passions explore endless possibilities achieve meaningful goals and navigate thrilling adventures all while developing character and skills that last a lifetime.

Guided by our core values of Compassion Trust Growth and Creativity we foster an environment where learning discovery and personal development thrive. Our vision is to inspire generations of resilient compassionate and confident individuals who contribute positively to their communities and the world.

We operate across DC MD NJ PA and VA offering all-inclusive programs that make summer exciting for children and easy for families. Learn more: DEAN Camps.

This job is ideal for experienced camp program directors recreation directors youth program leaders social workers guidance counselors or behavioral specialists who excel in semi-structured fast-paced and high-energy environments.

• Leadership & Team Experience 2 years of experience working in summer camp leadership education recreation or youth development supporting programs serving 200 children per week with a focus on mentoring peers resolving conflicts and building strong team morale among 40 team members.
  • Support manage and coach counselors in tandem with the director throughout the day
  • Help identify performance concerns and provide real-time feedback redirection and support
  • Reinforce DEAN expectations procedures culture and standards
  • Support SD to delegate responsibilities and keep the team moving effectively
  • Support campers who need additional behavioral or emotional support
  • Program coverage when needed (transitions lunch/recess arrival breaks dismissal absences or other areas based on daily needs)
• Organized & Reliable You balance structured programming with flexibility ensuring both team members and campers feel supported.
• Tech-Savvy You are comfortable with technology tools such as Slack Google Workspace and Airtable to foster clear and uplifting communication across teams.
• Adaptability & Quick Thinking You thrive in fast-paced environments and solve challenges with ease without waiting to be asked.
• High Energy & Enthusiasm You bring a positive and motivating attitude. You are people-focused motivating and thrive on building connections. You inspire team members and campers to bring their best selves every day.
• Strong Communication & People Skills You lead with empathy patience and clarity. You excel at conflict resolution giving and accepting constructive feedback and creating a supportive team culture.
• Excited to Learn & Lead Activities You are adept at jumping into various hands-on activities during unforeseen circumstances/absences or team member breaks including but not limited to:
  • STEAM: innovation labs woodworking sewing fiber arts and cooking.
  • Creative Play: Engaging with our youngest Discoverer campers (aged 45) in STEAM baking and dance movement.

As an Assistant Site Director of Culture & Engagement youll help build the heart of camp creating an environment where team members feel supported energized and proud of their work and where campers experience DEANs trademark creativity care and fun. Partnering closely with the Site Director youll strengthen team morale coordinate camp-wide events and ensure every day feels connected and purposeful. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Creating a positive camp culture that fosters a kind inclusive team environment ensuring strong morale and growth plus effective collaboration to create a team that leaves camp stronger than they arrived.
• Lead themed weeks and engagement events like Friday showcase scavenger hunts and team-building activities bringing each weeks theme to life with decorations music and engaging camper activities.
• Support morning assemblies by setting the tone for the day with cheers team member spotlights and camper recognition moments that reflect DEANs values of compassion trust growth and creativity.
• Support team member development by mentoring team members mediating conflicts and modeling calm confident and inclusive leadership.
• Communicate clearly with 40 seasonal team members ensuring collaboration and consistency between departments and programs as well as addressing parent needs as directed by the Site Director.
• Engage directly with campers across activities assisting with transitions supporting groups as needed and maintaining a safe positive environment.
• Oversee carpool and parent interactions to ensure a smooth welcoming and memorable experience that reflects DEANs reputation for care and excellence being sure to assign energetic team members keep an upbeat environment and especially make Fridays shine with costumes ice pops and music.

• This is a full-time on-site seasonal role from June 14th August 13th
  • Hours: camp operates 7:30am4pm
  • Ability to commute to: 3825 Wisconsin Ave Washington DC 20016
• Must be up to date on all immunizations and willing to provide emergency health information upon hire.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs respond quickly to emergencies and work in an active outdoor environment.
• Must have valid First Aid & CPR certification.

• Pay range: $1175-1225 per week
• FLSA Status: This is a seasonal full-time exempt position under the FLSA.
• Paid training: Pre-Summer remote training on: leadership operations and DEIB plus in-person team and logistics training during the week of June 7th.
• All required background checks and certifications fully reimbursed.
• Referral Bonus: Earn $50 per hired referral with no referral limits.
• Daily perks: Lunch snacks coffee and parking Monday breakfast
• Employee discounts on camp rates for family members outdoor gear art supplies electronics and more.
• Career growth: Gain resume-building experience letters of recommendation and networking opportunities.

DEAN Adventure Camps is an equal employment opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Hiring decisions are based on job-related qualifications and business needs and are made without regard to race sex national origin color age disability veteran status pregnancy sexual orientation religion or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.