Assistant Director, Camp Sabra Staffing

Summary:

The primary function of this role is to recruit, train, manage and retain responsible, results driven, role models who are committed to operational excellence and forming healthy and meaningful relationships with campers in collaboration with the Senior Director of Camp Sabra and the leadership team. In addition, this position will oversee staff during retreats and rentals of the Camp Sabra facilities to outside groups.

Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of the Sr. Director, conduct the hiring, assignment, training, and supervision of seasonal staff including staff evaluations.
• Responsible for international (including Israel) staff recruitment and processing of associated paperwork.
• Create and maintain a manual for each position to include job descriptions, camp policies, standard operating procedures, and expectations for all staff positions.
• Be engaged with staff and have off-season parties in different cities in conjunction with recruiting visits.
• Ensuring that all employee paperwork is provided in advance of camp and payroll submitted accurately and timely.
• Under the supervision of the Sr. Director, create and manage the staffing budget.
• Supervise the creation, supervision, and delivery of both pre-camp and in-service staff training.
• Assist the Sr. Director in establishing and executing opening day and closing day procedures for both staff and campers.
• Assist the Sr. Director in supervising all camp cleanup at the end of the season.
• Supervise the planning and implementing of staff activities to enhance staff engagement and success.
• Supervise Unit Head Supervisor.
• Develop and implement an annual communication plan during the off-season to maximize staff engagement and retention. Should include: social media posts, a newsletter, in-person visits, staff focus groups, etc.
• When required, travel for recruitment and retention of staff.
• Manage staff ambassador program.
• Coordinate staff travel with the Operations Manager.
• Create and distribute a staff newsletter on a monthly basis.
• Create ongoing in-summer staff trainings as needed.
• Supervise staff meetings in conjunction with the Sr. Director.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate staff schedules, ensuring all scheduled days off are posted at least one week in advance.
• Manage staff assignments in collaboration with camp leadership.
• Ensure emergency procedures are in place; staff are thoroughly trained and monitor for reporting and procedural compliance.
• Work closely with Sr. Director to assign or re-assign staff to cabins.
• Recruit and supervise appropriate staff during camp rentals and retreats.
• In the off-season, plan and execute in person staff focus groups and report results to departmental leadership in a timely manner.
• Lead responsibly and serve as a positive role model for all staff and campers by promoting Jewish values and development, demonstrating high ethical standards, fostering a culture of respect and integrity, and encouraging healthy choices and overall well-being.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.