Organizational Overview
Camp Yavneh, situated on 65 beautiful acres of woodlands and waterfront in southern New Hampshire, is an 80-year-old Jewish summer camp where generations of campers have created lifelong friendships, engaged in top-notch activities, and deepened their Jewish engagement. Our Klal Yisrael (pluralistic) approach encourages Jewish children ages 8-16 from all backgrounds and experiences to come together in a joy-filled, co-ed, overnight camp environment where all aspects of life reflect Jewish values. Each summer we serve more than 500 campers in grades 3-11, and work with an infrastructure of 150 seasonal staff members.
Position Summary
Camp Yavneh is seeking an energetic, creative, and passionate leader to serve as our camp’s full-time, year-round Director of Programming (DP). As a member of the Hanhallah (Senior Leadership Team), the DP will play a key role in delivering positive and meaningful program experiences for our chanichim (campers) and tzevet (staff). Primarily, the DP is the lead professional focused on planning for, and execution of, successful day-to-day programming and activities in camp. The DP will also play an integral role in camp culture building, staff development, and problem solving daily occurrences.
From September through May, the DP will spend the majority of their time planning for the summer. Additionally, the DP will work closely with the Hanhallah on areas including year-round camper recruitment and engagement, and the DP will support organizational efforts in communications, logistical planning, staff recruitment and hiring, facility management, and vendor purchasing.
During the summer, the DP lives on-site in Northwood, NH and supervises the camp’s day-to-day schedule and the related program areas. The DP will be a part of the summer leadership team (Hanhallah) and will work in close partnership with counselors and program specialists (including direct supervision of Program Area Department Heads).
**PLEASE NOTE: This is a remote position from September to May with required summer residence at Camp Yavneh in Northwood, NH from mid-June through the end of August.**
Job Responsibilities
YEAR-ROUND (September - May)
The year-round responsibilities of the Director of Programming will focus on shaping the religious, recreational, and educational experience for campers and staff through the creation of the summer calendar and the related daily schedules. This includes responsibility for all aspects of daily programming, special camp-wide activities, as well as trips out of camp. The DP is also responsible for overseeing budgets for all camp program areas and activities, ensuring that financial goals are met and resources are effectively managed to support program excellence.
In addition, the DP’s work will include active involvement with, and support of, other organizational priorities, including:
- Camper Recruitment and Retention (including year-round reunion events)
- Staff recruitment, hiring, and evaluation (in partnership with the Director of Staff Experience), specifically focused on specialty program staff members
- Pre-summer communication and staff engagement in order to prepare the summer staff to successfully implement the summer’s programming.
- Collaborate with the development and communications staff to enhance Camp Yavneh’s community engagement and visibility.
- Participation in, and active support of, Camp Yavneh’s fundraising efforts.
DURING THE SUMMER (June - August)
Leading up to, and during the summer, the DP is responsible for all aspects related to the oversight and management of the day-to-day summer camp experience, ensuring health, safety, fun, and exciting summer for campers and staff. This includes:
- Special events
- Out-of-camp trips
- Shabbat programming and activities
- Intercamp programming and activities
- Management of the Kerem (CIT, oldest age campers) Leadership Curriculum and activities
- Planning for, and procuring, organizing, and distributing all materials and supplies needed for specialty program areas, camp-wide activities, and special events and trips.
- Working closely with the Rosh Hinukh (head of education) to integrate the summer’s educational theme into daily activities
- Working closely with the Director of Camper Care to ensure an inclusive experience for all members of the Camp Yavneh community.
Key to the DP’s success will be their ability to effectively plan and implement:
- Day-to-day communication with staff
- The support of division heads (rashei ayda) and counselors (madrichim) in the planning for, and execution of bunk and division specific activities.
Qualifications
- Commitment to and passion for Camp Yavneh’s mission and values and excitement about being part of and contributing to our shared community and culture.
- At least 3 years of experience in a Jewish overnight camp programming role (or similar work for a comparable organization)
- Superior attention to detail with a high degree of initiative, organization, and follow-through and the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently as well as lead and participate in collaborative teams across departments.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with camp staff members and families.
- Fluency in the dynamics of the Jewish community and diverse Jewish practices.
- Preference for:
- Hebrew fluency (or high level or speaking and reading)
- Comfort working with Google Workspace and Campminder
Position Specifics
- Year-round, full-time position
- Remote position from September to May; required summer residence at Camp Yavneh in Northwood, NH from mid-June through the end of August.
- Health and other benefits, including a generous vacation package and holiday schedule.
- Flexible work environment
- Opportunities for mentoring and professional development to support professional growth
- Report to the Camp Director, work closely with a strong and supportive staff team
- Opportunity for camp tuition discount
- Salary commensurate with experience. (Range: $75,000-$80,000)
To Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to [email protected]