Job Description

  Who We Are   

At DEAN Adventure 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 Adventure Camps .

What Makes You a Great Fit

This job is ideal for experienced camp directors or recreation directors, who excel in semi-structured, fast-paced, and high-energy environments, both indoor and outdoor.

• Leadership & Team Experience – At least 3-5 years of experience working in summer camps or recreation, serving at least 150–250 children per week and managing 40–50 team members.
• Strong Communication Skills – You lead with clarity, empathy, patience, intentionality, and collaboration.
• Adaptability & Quick Thinking – You thrive in fast-paced environments and solve challenges with ease.
• High Energy & Enthusiasm – You bring a positive and motivating attitude, with a proven passion for working with both children and teams, ensuring every camper and team member feels safe, engaged, and inspired daily.
• Organized & Reliable – You balance structured programming with creative fun, ensuring process visibility for necessary team members.
• Aptitude for Outdoor Recreation – You are comfortable traversing a 200-acre campus in high temperatures and varied weather conditions for long periods.

What You’ll Do

As a Summer Camp Site Director , you’ll lead an engaging, inclusive, and high-energy summer program that fosters fun, creativity, and skill-building. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Serving as the primary liaison between DEAN Adventure Camps and Haverford College, ensuring alignment, collaboration, growth, and satisfaction. This position is hired by and considered an employee of DEAN Adventure Camps. We partner with Haverford College.

• Overseeing daily camp operations to ensure a safe, structured, smooth, and high-quality experience for both campers and staff.

• Supervising, leading, and mentoring a large seasonal team of 40–50 employees, including an Office Manager, Assistant Directors, Lead Counselors, Assistant Counselors, Junior Counselors, CITs, Lifeguards, and a Nurse.
• Communicating with families by providing daily News Blast updates, addressing concerns professionally, and jointly supporting campers.
• Problem-solving on the go by coordinating and adjusting schedules, resolving conflicts, curriculum implementation, as well as overall program execution.
• Creating a positive camp culture that fosters a kind, inclusive team environment, ensuring strong morale and growth, plus effective communication and collaboration to create a team that leaves camp stronger than they arrived.
• Managing supplies and inventory by inventorying and troubleshooting material needs to ensure all resources are available when needed, in partnership with the Assistant Site Directors.
• Leading disciplinary conversations and performance evaluations to uphold camp standards and HR policies.

Schedule and Requirements

• Fully Committed Availability: this is a full-time, on-site seasonal role from June 9th – August 28th; camp runs M-F from 8a–5:30p ; Site Directors typically arrive early for setup and stay through dismissal.
  • Leadership hours span 7:30a–6pm during the camp season, with rotating schedules among the director team to prevent burnout.
  • Ability to commute to: 370 Lancaster Ave, Haverford, PA 19041
• Must be at least 21 years old.

• 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 .

Perks and Benefits

• Pay range: $1,275-1,350 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 DEI, plus in-person staff and logistics training during the week of June 8th.
• All required background checks and certifications fully reimbursed.
• Summer Bonus : Earn an additional $40 per week for working with positive performance feedback and no absences or lateness.
• Referral Bonus : Earn $50 per hired referral , with no referral limits.
• Daily perks : Free 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.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

DEAN Adventure Camps is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based on a candidate’s qualifications as they relate to the position’s requirements and are made without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, or any other category protected by applicable law.

Join our team and make a difference this summer! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis — apply early to secure your spot.    

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