Assistant Camp Director (Seattle - Madison Valley)

As Assistant Camp Director, you’ll work closely and collaborate with the Camp Director to oversee daily camp operations, support staff, and ensure a joyful, safe, and inclusive experience for all campers. Serving as the “manager on duty” when necessary, you’ll balance camper safety, program quality, and a positive camp environment while building strong relationships with families and the camp team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals eager to develop their leadership and management skills in a hands-on, dynamic setting. This is a seasonal role; Assistant Camp Directors work Monday - Friday (5 days per week), and can work either full-time or part-time hours depending on the needs of each camp location. Core ResponsibilitiesOversee Daily Camp Operations:Collaborate closely with the Camp Director to ensure a safe, joy-filled program.Use creative problem-solving to prioritize daily tasks effectively and maintain camper safety.Act as the “manager on duty” in the Camp Director’s absence, supporting a seamless camp experience.Own daily operational and administrative tasks to ensure smooth program execution.Perform keyholder duties, handling opening and closing procedures as scheduled.Provide Exceptional Customer Service:Communicate with families about camper experiences and coach staff on effective, professional communication.Address escalated concerns, assisting staff as needed to ensure positive resolutions.Create a safe, fun, and engaging environment by balancing camper safety, operational needs, and staff support.Balance fun with safety and operational excellence, coaching staff to engage with campers of all ages and abilities.Collaborate in Team Management and Staff Support:Support the Camp Director in leading and coaching the camp team, with direct supervision of Extended Care staff.Ability to facilitate dialogue among diverse groups, promoting understanding and collaboration, and supporting individuals in taking responsibility for their actions.Support Camp Programming and Rotations:Flexibly assist with managing camp rotations and cover duties as needed, stepping in to lead camper groups or facilitate curriculum.Facilitate check-in/check-out procedures for efficient and accurate attendance tracking.Ensure high-quality implementation of Galileo curriculum, providing timely feedback to instructors.Contribute to and Lead Camper-Centered Focus Activities:Lead by example, participating in camp activities, chants, songs, and skits to promote a vibrant camp spirit and exemplary customer service.Create a safe, fun, and engaging environment by balancing camper safety, operational needs, and staff support.Balance fun with safety and operational excellence, coaching staff to engage with campers of all ages and abilities.Manage Extended Care Program:Independently direct the Extended Care program that is attended by campers before and after standard camp hours.Manage and plan activities, training and execution of camp programming. Act as “manager on duty,” focusing on camper and family experience, staff development, and program quality.Build Your Skills with Ongoing Training and Support!Hands-on leadership and management experience in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.Opportunities to develop skills in staff training, conflict resolution, program planning, and team development.Mentorship and professional guidance from experienced camp leaders to support your career growth.A rewarding experience supporting the personal growth of campers and staff alike.CompensationAt Galileo, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. We anticipate the compensation for this position to be $24.00 per hour for new (first-year) camp staff. Your exact pay rate will be determined based on a variety of factors, including work location and tenure.Returning (alumni) staff pay for this role ranges from $24.25 per hour (second-year) to $25.00 per hour (fifth-year), based on tenure. PerksOne free week of camp for your own child!%15 Friends and Family DiscountPriority scholarship nominationsMembership in the Galileo Alumni Community of over 20,000 inspiring changemakers!