Summer Camp Director - 2025 - Town of Westwood

Summer Camp Director - 2025

Westwood Recreation Department

The Town of Westwood is seeking an energetic and organized individual with proven leadership qualities for the seasonal position of Camp Director for Summer 2025. The successful candidate will be responsible for the administration and operation of a comprehensive summer day camp program. Duties include planning, coordinating and supervising a wide variety of activities at camp, as well as staff management, field trip planning and special event coordination.

The position is 40-45 hours per week during camp, which starts at the end of June and runs through mid-August. Part-time, pre-season hours in the winter and spring are necessary, but flexible.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Management and coordination of the 7-week Westwood Recreation Summer Day Camp for Kindergarten-8thgrade. Camp hours are Monday - Friday, 7:30am – 5:30pm. (The Camp Director will work an 8-hour day.)
• Responsible for the health, safety and welfare of all campers.
• Plan, supervise and lead the daily operations of the Westwood Recreation Day Camp program with the goal of providing a fun and creative experience for campers.
• Assist in preparing and facilitating pre-season staff trainings, including a dedicated camp training.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring and evaluating Camp Supervisors & Staff.
• Assist with acquiring and maintaining the MA Camp license.(The Camp Director should have a general knowledge of MA Camp Licensing requirements.)
• Coordinate camp entertainment, including field trips, entertainers and equipment rentals.
• Work with Program Manager to manage disciplinary action as needed. Must be able to properly handle disciplinary issues among campers and staff.
• Meet regularly with Program Manager to discuss supplies, special events, weekly theme and budget.
• Oversee the use of equipment and maintenance of grounds. Immediately report any damage to facility to the Program Manager. Make repairs if possible.
• Perform duties of the Health Supervisor in their absence (must have First Aid Certification).
• Oversee Camp Supervisory team, including Health Supervisor and Camp Senior Supervisors.
• Oversee safe drop off and dismissal process.
• Work cooperatively with all members of the Recreation Department, including Aquatics Director and Recreation Assistant, to ensure smooth operation of camp.

• Implement department safety and emergency policies to maintain health, safety and welfare of all campers and staff.

Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Education, or related field; teaching certification preferred; three years’ supervisory camp/program experience required; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Requirements/Certifications: First Aid and CPR/AED certification by start of camp.

Schedule requirements: Staff training on several evenings in early June. Work commitment Monday -Friday, June 23 - August 8, 2025 (No July 4th).

Salary: This is a seasonal, non-benefit position, with a starting hourly rate of $26.00 -$27.00 per hour. A higher hourly rate may be awarded to a candidate with exemplary experience/qualifications.

Benefits: Employee Discount of 100% on in-house programs, such as camp for full-time staff and their immediate family.

To Apply: Please include resume and cover letter

Westwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer