Assistant Director
POSITION SUMMARY
Camp Bob Waldorf, a program of Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles (JBBBSLA), is seeking an Assistant Director to serve as a key member of the camp’s senior leadership team. The Assistant Director is the primary leadership partner to the Vice President of Camp & Retreat Operations and is responsible for supporting the overall management, culture, and execution of all camp and retreat programs. This role serves as second-in-command and must be prepared to step in and assume leadership of camp operations whenever the VP is unavailable or focused on other critical matters. The Assistant Director oversees major operational areas of camp including camper care and wellness, staff supervision and training, teen leadership development, program implementation, compliance, and family communication. This leader plays a central role in ensuring a safe, mission-driven, joyful, and well-run camp environment grounded in Jewish values.
This is a year-round, in-person position based in Glendale, CA, with required on-site residency during summer camp and all retreat weekends.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Camp Operations & Leadership
• Serve as a primary leadership and thought partner in strategic planning and day-to-day operations.
• Step into full operational leadership when the VP of Camp & Retreat Operations is unavailable, ensuring seamless continuity of camp programs and supervision.
• Oversee key areas of camp management including staff supervision, camper care systems, programming implementation, and operational logistics.
• Support ACA accreditation, USDA certification, and Department of Public Health compliance efforts.
• Model professionalism, accountability, and strong decision-making under pressure.
Staff Leadership & Supervision
• Directly supervise designated camp leadership staff and provide coaching, evaluation, and performance feedback.
• Support recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of seasonal and year-round staff.
• Design and facilitate leadership development and staff training sessions.
• Provide visible, active leadership presence during camp sessions and retreats.
• Cultivate a positive, inclusive, and mission-aligned staff culture.
Camper Care & Behavioral Support
• Oversee and directly supervise the Camper Care Program, ensuring consistent and developmentally appropriate behavioral support.
• Review camper applications, intake notes, and health documentation to assess readiness and identify support needs.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for families regarding camper behavior, emotional wellbeing, and care planning.
• Lead response efforts for complex behavioral, social-emotional, or mental health situations.
• Complete all mandated reporting and required documentation in compliance with legal and organizational standards.
Programming & Training
• Oversee and steward Teen Leadership programming, including Leaders in Training and Junior Counselor programs.
• Participate in interviews and selection of teen leadership participants.
• Support implementation of Jewish programming that strengthens camper identity, belonging, and community.
• Ensure program quality, consistency, and alignment with camp values.
• Other duties as assigned.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
JBBBSLA offers a compensation package that includes a competitive salary range commensurate with experience ($71,000-$75,000). We enjoy a fun office environment, and a fantastic team of people dedicated to the meaningful work we do.
Additional benefits include:
• Early closure on Fridays outside of retreats and summer camp in observance of Shabbat, creating a 38-hour work week
• Hybrid work schedule with 4-days in office and 1 day remote
• Paid federal and Jewish holidays (avg. 13-19 per year)
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and four additional personal days
• Pet-friendly office (bring your pet to work)!
• Pet insurance discounts
• 403b retirement plan: 5% matching after one year; immediate voluntary contributions
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Voluntary Flexible Spending Account (FSA)/Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid life insurance (after one year)
• Paid long-term disability insurance (after 60 days)
Assistant Director (Overnight Camp)
Camp JORI is seeking an enthusiastic, community-driven Assistant Camp Director to help lead year-round
operations and create transformative experiences for campers, families, and staff. This is a full-time position
with on-site housing available, and compensation is commensurate with experience (~$50,000 to ~$80,000,
flexible). Camp JORI is a beloved Jewish overnight camp in Wakefield, Rhode Island (www.campjori.com).
About the Role
The Assistant Director will assist the Camp Director in overseeing all aspects of camper experience, including
camp programming, staffing, and operations. This individual will also be heavily involved community
engagement. This is a unique opportunity to build on a strong foundation while shaping the future of a beloved camp through creativity, leadership, and care.
We are hiring now for this role – the start date is completely flexible, but immediate hiring is preferred.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Key Responsibilities
• Assist the Camp Director in year-round planning and execution of summer camp operations
• Help to hire, train, and manage seasonal and year-round staff
• Foster a warm, inclusive, and Jewishly rooted camp culture
• Collaborate with lay leadership on strategic planning and vision
• Assist in camper recruitment and family communications
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and licensing requirements
• Support the Camp Director in managing the camp budget, vendors, and facility-related needs
• Serve as one the camp’s year-round ambassadors to families and the broader community
Compensation & Benefits
• Salary range: $50,000–$80,000 (flexible), depending on experience
• On-site housing available, if desired
• Free camp tuition for the Assistant Director’s children
• Health benefits and professional development opportunities
Assistant Director
Mid Island Day Camp is seeking dynamic and enthusiastic Assistant Director to help lead Long Island’s largest Jewish Day Camp by supporting all aspects of camp, including enrollment, retention, and recruitment, staff hiring and supervision, program planning and implementation. In addition, the Assistant Director will be responsible for engaging with the Mid Island Y JCC community during the year helping to create and implement family and youth programs at our Plainview location when camp is not in session. This position is an in person role all year round as we do not currently offer a remote work option. The ideal candidate bring enthusiasm, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and at least 5–8 years of experience in camp leadership or youth development with a demonstrated ability to contribute to high-quality programs and positive outcomes. Working closely with the Camp Director and leadership team, the Assistant Director will play essential roles in fostering camp spirit, ensuring smooth operations, and help deliver an exceptional summer experience for the entire Mid Island Day Camp community.
Assistant Director of Programming
The Assistant Director of Programming is responsible for building a vibrant and inclusive Jewish
community through program innovation, development, and implementation. Duties include
camper recruitment, hiring and supervising BB Camp seasonal programming staff, scheduling and
stewarding the day-to-day overnight camp program, budget development and management, and
planning for improvements and growth. The Assistant Director of Programming is also responsible
for planning and executing year-round engagement programming and events, including Family
Camps, retreats, and other youth, teen, and family events.
Development Associate
BACKGROUND
Capital Camps & Retreat Center (CCRC), a non-profit Jewish camping and retreat organization, is seeking a full-time Development Associate.
AGENCY OVERVIEW
Capital Camps & Retreat Center (CCRC) provides enriching summer overnight camp experiences and year-round retreat programs for children, families, and organizations, primarily serving the mid-Atlantic region. The agency’s administrative offices are located in Rockville, Maryland, with its camp and retreat center situated in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania.
Founded in 1987, Capital Camps & Retreat Center has experienced steady growth over the years and operates on a renovated, expansive campus in the Catoctin Mountains. In addition to its summer camp programs, the Retreat Center serves as a hub for learning, connection, and rejuvenation for adults, families, and organizations. In the past year alone, the Retreat Center hosted 3,445 participants through a range of local and national retreat programs, further extending the organization’s impact beyond the summer months.
CCRC is affiliated with the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore, JCCA (Jewish Community Center Association), ACA (American Camp Association), FJC (The Foundation for Jewish Camp), and JCamp180 (a program of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation).
For more information about the camp, go to capitalcamps.org, and capitalretreat.org for information about the retreat center.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Capital Camps & Retreat Center (CCRC) seeks a detail-oriented and collaborative Development Associate to lead fundraising, lay leadership engagement, development operations, and alumni engagement efforts. The Development Associate works in close partnership with the Director of Campaign Strategy & Philanthropy and the CEO to strengthen CCRC’s development operations, donor stewardship, and systems for securing and growing philanthropic support. This role plays a critical part in building and sustaining a positive culture of philanthropy and engagement across the CCRC community.
The Development Associate ensures that the systems, data, and processes behind fundraising work smoothly and accurately, enabling the organization to build strong relationships with donors, alumni, and families. By supporting effective stewardship, clear reporting, and coordinated outreach, the Development Associate helps turn strategic priorities into executed fundraising efforts, ensuring that philanthropic support is translated into meaningful programs, scholarships, and camp experiences that strengthen Jewish life and community.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Development Operations & Data Management:
-Manage and maintain CCRC’s development database (Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge), including constituent records, gift entry, acknowledgements, and data integrity
-Enter and reconcile gifts, pledges, and donations in coordination with the finance team
-Prepare and manage donor mailings, email lists, acknowledgements, and receipting
-Produce regular and ad hoc fundraising reports
-Lead the donor acknowledgement and receipting process, ensuring timely, accurate, and personalized acknowledgements that reflect CCRC’s voice and values
Donor Engagement & Annual Campaign Support:
-Support the planning and execution of CCRC’s Annual Campaign, including segmentation, tracking, and reporting
-Work with the Director of Campaign Strategy & Philanthropy and CEO to build and manage a portfolio of parents, alumni, and community members for stewardship and solicitation
-Assist with cultivation and stewardship outreach efforts across multiple donor constituencies
-Support peer-to-peer fundraising and volunteer-led outreach initiatives
Communications & Alumni Engagement:
-Partner with the marketing team to ensure a consistent voice and messaging across donor-facing e-communications and social media, including drafting content, selecting images, and managing outreach cadence
-Support alumni engagement through consistent communication, events, and targeted solicitations
-Assist with donor and alumni events, including planning, logistics, and follow-up
Grants & Special Projects:
-Support grant research, writing, reporting, and proposal preparation
-Assist with planning and coordinating summer camp visits for donors and prospects
-Contribute to special projects that strengthen CCRC’s culture of philanthropy and engagement
-Carry out additional responsibilities as needed to support the development function and broader organizational goals
Accounting Manager
The Eli and Bessie Cohen Camps, headquartered in Wellesley, MA, is seeking a full-time, year-round Accounting Manager to oversee and support the organization’s financial operations. The Cohen Camps is a family of three Jewish overnight summer camps, Pembroke, Tel Noar, and Tevya, with a rich history dating back to 1935.
The Cohen Camps operates with an annual budget of $10 million, enrolls 1,000 campers, employs 450 seasonal staff, and serves a vibrant alumni community spanning generations. Each summer, we provide transformative camp experiences by creating thriving communities grounded in Jewish values, connection, and belonging. The Accounting Manager will join a collaborative team of 14 highly motivated year-round professionals and play a key role in ensuring the financial health and sustainability of the organization.
This position is based in our Cohen Camps year-round office in Wellesley, MA. This is a hybrid position, with flexibility for some remote work; however, the role is primarily in person, as collaboration and relationship-building are central to our work. Camp Pembroke is an all-girls camp located in Pembroke, MA; Camp Tel Noar is a co-ed camp in Hampstead, NH; and Camp Tevya is a co-ed camp in Brookline, NH.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Operations
● Manage daily accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger
● Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
● Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
● Ensure proper recording and tracking of restricted and unrestricted funds
● Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts
● Preparing new hire packages and benefits administration as needed
● Tracking credit card expenditures daily
● Collaborate with other year-round and summer staff.
Budgeting & Financial Reporting
● Monitor budget and forecast to actual performance and investigate and document variances
● Assist in preparing financial reports for senior leadership, program staff, and the Board of Directors.
Grants & Compliance
● Track grant and donation revenue, expenses, and reporting requirements
● Ensure compliance with grant agreements, donor restrictions, and applicable regulations
● Support preparation of grant financial reports and reimbursements
Assist with Form 990 preparation and other regulatory filings.
Audit & Internal Controls
● Coordinate annual audit and serve as primary liaison with external auditors
● Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting policies
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations
● Support implementation and documentation of financial procedures
Time Commitment
● Working extra hours June through August is part of this position, as the camps are in session and it is much busier than other times of the year.
Compensation
Salary range: $90,000-$97,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Generous PTO, comprehensive health and dental insurance package, 403(b) plan, reduced summer day or overnight camp tuition for eligible children.
Kitchen Manager/Mashgiach
Sababa Beachaway is a co-ed residential summer camp for rising 4th through 12th graders, located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Sababa immerses campers in the magic and majesty of the beach, adds the right amount of Jewish spiritual practice, and provides a fun, non-competitive yet challenging camp experience.
Sababa meaning “no worries” inspires us to be in the moment and fully present in all we do. We believe that surfing, sailing, scuba, ocean arts and ocean science promote wonder, awe, and curiosity – the cornerstones of Sababa Judaism. We celebrate that campers come from all different Jewish backgrounds, and that is what makes the Sababa Beachaway community so awesome!!!
Position Summary:
The Kitchen Manager will be responsible for overseeing the smooth operation of a camp kitchen, working closely with the Executive Chef and Operations Director in order to provide three buffet-style meals each day, for six days each week, to approximately 110 campers and 25 staff for 7.5 weeks (1.5 weeks kitchen setup/training plus 6 weeks of camp). The Kitchen Manager will manage the kitchen and dining space ensuring a neat and organized facility space with the highest standards of sanitation and food safety. Kashrut is under the supervision of the VAAD of Tidewater. This is an in-person live-in position from mid-June to August 3, 2025.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Ensure food is handled according to safety standards and Jewish dietary rules;
Assist with daily breakfast, lunch and dinner meal prep and service;
In coordination with the Executive Chef and Operations Director manage the kitchen staff’s weekly schedule;
Receive, and check in all orders for food items and necessary supplies from approved vendors to ensure all products follow kosher requirements;
In coordination with chef and operations director, set up the kitchen before the start of camp and pack and inventory summer camp kitchen equipment, supplies and food items at the end of camp
Know, understand, and implement emergency action plans when needed;
Evaluate current season and make recommendations for the following year; and
Other related duties as assigned.
Assistant Director – Camp and Afterschool
The Assistant Director of School-Age Services is a hands-on, day to day focused role overseeing our school-age programs, including Camp Achva, afterschool, vacation days, and teen programming. This role is about making sure camp-style programs run well day after day (i.e. staffed, safe, and steady) even when plans change or the pace picks up.
This position helps hold the details together: coordinating staff coverage, supporting supervisors, managing schedules and logistics, and translating policies and expectations into what actually needs to happen on the ground. The Assistant Director notices issues early, helps solve problems before they become emergencies, and supports inclusive practices as a natural part of daily camp and program life. When the Director is pulled elsewhere, this role helps keep things moving calmly and consistently.
This role is a strong fit for someone with camp, youth program, or school-age experience who likes responsibility more than spotlight. It’s not about creating new programs or setting big strategy so much as it’s about judgment, follow-through, and taking pride in programs that work the way they should.
Camp Director
About Sephardic Adventure Camp (SAC)
Sephardic Adventure Camp (SAC) is a Modern Orthodox, Sephardic overnight camp rooted in the customs and traditions of the Seattle Sephardic community. At the same time, SAC serves a much broader role: it is the only Sephardic overnight camp in North America. We serve as a central institution in the global Sephardic Jewish world welcoming international campers, as well as campers from across the United States, with varied Sephardic backgrounds.
Job Description Overview
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Camp Director is responsible for the overall leadership and management of our nonprofit organization. This part-time, year-round job includes attending to organizational matters year-round and in-person, hands-on oversight when camp is in session. The director ensures that SAC remains financially viable, invests in strategic growth throughout the year, and that camp is planned properly, operates smoothly, and stays true to its educational and cultural mission.
This role is ideal for someone who has an appreciation for Sephardic heritage and tradition, has a strong educational background, and understands how to lead a small but complex nonprofit organization in partnership with a Board. (Need not be of Sephardic heritage to apply.)
Responsibilities
• Vision, Leadership & Stewardship
• People management
• Board Partnership & Governance
• Camp Operations & Staffing
• Recruitment, Outreach & Growth
• Communication & Community Relations
• Safety and Risk Management
• Financial Oversight & Sustainability
• Fundraising
Qualifications and experience
• Experience in Jewish camp leadership, education, youth programming, nonprofit management, or equivalent experience
• Proven fiscal management, cash flow forecasting, and budgeting experience
• Motivated fundraiser with experience using donor management systems
• Experience working with children and teens, preferably in a summer camp setting
• Ability to work independently while maintaining close partnership with a Board
• Four-year degree or equivalent
Assistant Director
About the Role
Camp Wise is seeking an Assistant Director to join our collaborative year-round leadership team and help create life-changing Jewish camp experiences for campers, families, and young adult staff. Reporting to the Camp Director, the Assistant Director plays a central role organizing and tracking camper recruitment and retention strategies, leading the summer programming team, and implementing year-round community camper engagement. This role is ideal for a relational, creative camp professional who enjoys mentoring emerging leaders, building strong family connections, and seeing their committed work turn into joyful summers and growing enrollment.
About Camp Wise
Camp Wise is the Jewish overnight camp of the Mandel JCC of Cleveland, serving nearly 600 campers each summer from Cleveland and across the country. Entering our 120th summer, Camp Wise proudly serves as Cleveland’s “Home of Happiness”—a place where Jewish community and the discovery of purpose, passion, and compassion empower each individual to thrive and enrich the world. As the third-oldest Jewish overnight camp in the United States, Camp Wise is known for exceptional camper care, outstanding staff, and a contagious camp spirit filled with song, creativity, and meaning
What You’ll Do
Camper Recruitment & Retention
• Collaborate on the overall strategy and schedule for camper recruitment with Camp Director
oversight and year-round team input
• Responsible for scheduling camper enrollment and retention events locally, regionally, and
nationally; other year-round team members also represent camp in rotation at events.
• Build authentic, ongoing relationships with camper families through phone/email/text outreach,
in-person events, and personal connections
• Organize and lead information sessions, house gatherings, camp tours, and recruitment events
along with other team members
• Maintain systems to track leads, enrollment data, and family engagement
• Directly oversee and grow an annual Family Camp experience
• Build and sustain relationships with synagogues, schools, JCCs, and community partners to
support year-round camper and family engagement
Programming & Camp Experience
• Oversee mission-aligned summer recreational program areas including sports, creative arts,
outdoor adventure, and waterfront
• Supervise 6–8 program-area supervisors and the Program Director
• Support seasonal staff recruitment, including interviewing direct reports, specialists, and
additional candidates as needed
• Lead and continually strengthen all-camp traditions and events, including Maccabiah, carnivals,
talent shows, and more
Communications and Social Media
• Share Camp Wise’s story through social media platforms by creating posts, reels, and more with
a goal of increasing interactions.
• Coordinate the communications calendar and draft enrollment and engagement related email
messages for collaborative review.
• Advertise and recruit for year-round programs and camper gatherings on a family-friendly
timeline through email, social media, phone calls and texts.
• Partner with the Mandel JCC Marketing & Communications team on branding, outreach, and
digital asset development
• Maintain a warm, welcoming, and engaging online presence for campers, families, alumni, and
the broader community
What You’ll Gain
• Ongoing support for your growth as a Jewish professional through coaching, attending
conferences, and many choices in professional development opportunities throughout the year
• Experience working collaboratively on a supportive team, and within a large JCC agency with
multiple departments and skillsets from which to learn
• Ability to make an enduring and measurable impact on camper experience each year
• Mentorship in excellent communications, camp operations, volunteer organizing, and network
weaving within a strong alumni base
• Access to a robust network of Jewish professional colleagues in Cleveland through the many
Jewish Federation of Cleveland agencies and organizations