Camp Director

Camp Bob Waldorf enriches the lives of youth throughout Greater Los Angeles with the tools and support system they need to thrive from elementary school to college and beyond, driven by the values of community, inclusion, identity and respect.

Camp Bob Waldorf serves youth from under-resourced neighborhoods throughout Los Angeles County along with underserved and under-engaged Jewish youth from the greater Los Angeles area.

Responsibilities:

Year-round leadership, administration and oversight of the entire facility operation which includes:

• Directly supervising 6 full-time, year-round staff and being responsible for a team of up to 100 staff members during summer season.

• 5 camper weekend retreats (160 campers) and a successful 10-12-week summer overnight camp program (160-200 campers/session).

• Year-round food service.

• Year-round facility/housekeeping of property (112 acres and 30+ buildings).

• Manage year-round Executive Chef in maintaining delicious, healthy, dynamic menu selections for summer camp and year-round programming, appropriate kitchen staffing and accurate food expense budgeting.

• Manage Facility/Housekeeping team in maintaining high standards for the 112-acre facility and 30+ buildings.

Administrative duties:

• Manage camp budget. Report and explain any variances to JBBBSLA Director.

• Maintain annual certification and accreditation from ACA, LADPH, USDA, CHP.

• Be involved with ACA, AIJC, FJC and JFEDLA.

• Manage hiring process for all positions.

• Foster and develop relationships with neighbors.

Compensation and Benefits:

Camp Bob Waldorf offers a compensation package that includes a competitive salary range commensurate with experience. Salary range: $90,000-$110,000 plus housing.

Other benefits include:

• Pet friendly – bring your pet to work.

• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and personal days.

• Paid federal and Jewish holidays (avg. 13-19 paid holidays per year)

• 5% matching 403b retirement plan (after one year)

• Medical, vision and dental insurance

• Paid life insurance

• Paid long-term disability insurance

• Voluntary 403b retirement plan (immediate)

• Voluntary Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Pet Insurance discounts

Perhaps most importantly, you’ll get to work with a fantastic team of people who truly care about the work that we do.

Qualities and Qualifications Sought in Camp Director:

• Experience working with low-income, diverse populations, understanding new traditions and cultures.

• Minimum B.A. from an accredited college or university.

• Experience in directing youth programs and/or camps in an overnight setting.

• Support and maintain a high level of customer service to camp families and community partners.

• Good communication skills – strong manager, ability to give and receive feedback, leader with a proven track record of excellent communication skills.

• Knowledge and commitment to “best practices” in the camping field and accreditation procedures with ACA.