Camp Director

The Camp Director is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, programming, and staff supervision at Camp Mingo. This leadership role ensures a safe, engaging, and enriching experience for all campers by developing and managing camp schedules, managing staff performance, maintaining safety standards, and providing excellent communication with families. Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this position.

Essential Functions

1. Supervise and manage a team of camp counselors, assigning tasks and providing guidance and feedback
2. Lead daily camp operations, including implementation of all scheduled activities and special events
3. Plan, organize, and adapt weekly camp schedules that balance recreation, education, and enrichment
4. Directly supervise campers during swim times, including in-water participation
5. Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful environment for both campers and staff
6. Communicate daily with parents/guardians during camper drop-off and pick-up to build relationships and address concerns
7. Monitor camper behavior and respond effectively to discipline or safety-related incidents
8. Ensure all camp safety, emergency, and health procedures are followed at all times
9. Greet campers and families upon arrival; orient new participants to camp rules and routines
10. Coordinate supply purchases within budgetary guidelines and ensure timely preparation of materials
11. Serve as a point of contact for camp-related issues and escalate concerns as needed
12. Complete required documentation, reports, and administrative duties in a timely manner
13. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory staff to support overall camp operations

• Child development 
• Age-appropriate recreational programming
• Health and safety standards in a camp or youth-focused environment
• Group behavior management techniques and conflict resolution
• Emergency and risk management procedures

• Leadership, supervision, and staff coordination
• Verbal and written communication, including public speaking
• Program planning
• Time management
• Budget management
• Supply ordering
• Problem-solving
• Decision-making

• Foster growth, confidence, and a positive experience for all campers
• Work enthusiastically throughout an active camp day in a physically demanding environment
• Adapt quickly to changing situations, weather conditions, and camper needs
• Remain calm, composed, and professional in high-pressure or emergency situations
• Lead by example with enthusiasm, responsibility, and a positive attitude
• Collaborate effectively with staff members

1. The primary duties of this position are performed in a public office building environment or outdoors and may work in adverse weather conditions. 
2. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions, to conduct face-to-face and telephone conversations and communicate effectively.
3. Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions and to review, evaluate and prepare a variety of written materials.
4. Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate standard office equipment and computer systems.
5. Sufficient body flexibility, personal mobility and strength, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to work in an office setting, to sit for extended periods and to occasionally lift and move objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in recreation, education, child development or a related field preferred
• One (1) or more years of experience supervising children in a recreational or education setting; prior camp leadership strongly preferred
• CPR/First Aid certification required
• Possession of a valid Ohio Driver's License

This position is part of the Permanent Part-Time and Seasonal Employee Ordinance. Details about the compensation and benefits for this position can be found in the agreement by clicking here. 

The information above is intended to be illustrative of the kinds of duties that may be assigned to the position and should not be interpreted to describe all of the duties which may be required of employees holding this position.

The City of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), the City of Delaware will provide reasonable accommodations, upon reasonable request, to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.