Camp Director

Mass Audubon

. Lead all aspects of preparation, seasonal staff training, camper and staff safety, customer service, program planning, and implementation for residential overnight camp, family camp, and weekend rentals .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRindge • New Hampshire • United StatesLead💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in camp program planning, staff training, and safety management while fostering an inclusive and supportive camp community. Proven ability to lead diverse teams, ensure compliance with ACA standards, and deliver engaging educational experiences for youth.

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Camp Program PlanningStaff Training and SupervisionSafety ManagementCommunity EngagementACA Accreditation Compliance

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Hard Skills

Program PlanningStaff TrainingSafety ProceduresCurriculum DevelopmentIncident ReportingBudget ManagementEducational Program DeliveryRisk ManagementBehavior ManagementEmergency Response

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsDecision-Making SkillsTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Wilderness First AidCPR CertificationLifeguard CertificationCanoe/Small Watercraft Certification

Industry Keywords

Residential CampOutdoor EducationEnvironmental EducationDiversity, Equity, InclusionExperiential LearningCamp AccreditationHealth Department CompliancePublic Health PartnershipsSeasonal Staff ManagementYouth Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all aspects of preparation, seasonal staff training, camper and staff safety, customer service, program planning, and implementation for residential overnight camp, family camp, and weekend rentals
Design, facilitate, and delegate pre-season staff training
Prepare staff to deliver safe, age-appropriate outdoor and environmental education experiences
Train staff on belonging, risk management, camper supervision, behavior management, emergency response, and site operations
Partner with other Mass Audubon camp directors to host and facilitate Field School
Serve as primary contact for camp families and caregivers
Maintain a visible, approachable, high-energy, supportive, and inclusive camp community
Ensure activities and lessons meet camp goals and are appropriate for campers' abilities
Supervise and evaluate camp staff; provide feedback, program ideas, and guidance
Manage staff performance concerns with Human Resources and supervisory staff
Track, report, and analyze incidents and safety trends; update safety procedures
Oversee site safety day and night with the Property Manager and seasonal leadership team
Establish equipment-use and maintenance guidelines and supervise safety and cleanliness checks
Recruit, hire, and prepare training and evaluation for 25–30 seasonal staff
Design and supervise marketing, registration, family communications, and participant experience evaluation
Plan and oversee the annual budget for summer camp programs and seasonal rentals
Prepare program guidelines and curriculum for safe, educational nature camp programs
Coordinate with property, operations, office, kitchen, and education teams
Ensure compliance with safety, health, camp industry, licensing, health department, and ACA requirements
Develop relationships with public health officials, community partners, and American Camp Association staff
Manage and maintain camp ACA accreditation compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be at least 21 years of age
4+ years of administrative experience leading a camp, after-school program, or similar environment
At least 2 years of experience at a residential / overnight camp
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Experience creating a collaborative team environment
Experience creating and delivering educational programs and activities for older elementary through high school youth, especially interactive or hands-on learning
Strong supervisory experience, including hiring, managing, and supporting multiple people of diverse ages, backgrounds, and abilities
Strong organizational, administrative, and decision-making skills
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice
Current certification in wilderness first aid and CPR, or willingness to obtain
Ability and willingness to work outdoors in most weather conditions
Able to physically access trails and terrain by foot
Strong community engagement skills
Familiarity with experiential learning and curriculum aligned with state standards
Experience leading a camp through ACA accreditation process
Lifeguard, canoe/small watercraft certification or similar, or willingness to obtain
Successful completion of a CORI and SORI Background Check
Motor Vehicle Record required if applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Housing provided during summer months onsite at Wildwood Camp
Fall through spring housing may be available upon request at an alternative Mass Audubon property
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Disability and life insurance plans
Retirement plan
Flexible Spending Account options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Reciprocity Agreement through the Consortium of Non-Profit Arts/Cultural/Environmental Organizations of New England
13 paid holidays
Flexible housing and work schedule may be an option
During the year, the position may be based remotely