The Mandel JCC of Boynton Beach is looking for a passionate, highly motivated Assistant Director of Family & Youth Engagement and Camp Shalom to join our Family & Youth Engagement team. Working under the direction of and in close partnership with the Director of Family & Youth Engagement, the Assistant Director serves as a key departmental leader and second-in-command, functioning in many ways as a chief of staff for the department. This position plays an integral role in departmental operations, program development, staff leadership, and execution, while directly overseeing School’s Out Day programs, Afterschool Enrichment Classes, Family & Youth programming, and Birthday Parties. During the summer, the Assistant Director serves as the Assistant Camp Director of Camp Shalom, playing a significant leadership role in all aspects of camp operations, programming, staff supervision, and the overall camper and family experience. This position offers significant opportunities for professional growth, expanded leadership responsibility, and advancement within the Mandel JCC.

This is not a traditional camp director role.
This is a chance to build something exceptional.
Shalom Orlando is focused on creating an exceptional day camp and ecosystem of youth experiences.
We are looking for someone who is ready to step into a bigger role, someone who has already shown strong execution and is now ready to build, lead, and scale something that matters.

This is a hybrid leadership role.
You will set vision and you will execute.
You will build programs and you will build people.

Our goal is clear:
to create the best and one of the most respected camps anywhere

What You'll Build
A Camp That Stands Out
Reimagine and lead Camp J as a flagship, high-demand program
Develop standout camps that attract new audiences and deepen engagement
Design experiences that feel intentional, high-quality, and memorable
Continuously evolve programming based on trends, feedback, and performance
A Year-Round Youth Platform
Oversee and expand:
Kids Night Out and family experiences
Vacation and seasonal camps
Build a clear pathway for families from ECLC through teen leadership
Launch new offerings that increase both participation and revenue
A Team That Grows Under You
Recruit, train, and mentor exceptional staff
Build a leadership pipeline from CITs and counselors to future program leaders
Create systems for onboarding, training, feedback, and growth
Set a culture of ownership, accountability, and pride
(Strong programs intentionally develop staff and leadership at every level )

A Culture Families Trust
Build strong, lasting relationships with families
Create an experience that feels organized, safe, warm, and exciting
Serve as a visible, responsive leader in the community
Partner across departments to create a unified family experience
A Smarter, More Innovative Operation
Integrate AI and technology into programming, communication, and operations
Build systems to track enrollment, retention, and engagement
Use data to continuously improve programs and decision-making
How You'll Be Measured
This is a results-driven leadership role.

You will be expected not only to meet expectations, but to exceed them.

Success will be measured by:
Growth in enrollment across camp and youth programs
Retention of campers and families year over year
Staff performance, development, and retention
Expansion and success of new youth programs and specialty offerings
Strength of relationships with families and community
Overall program quality and reputation
You are someone who is energized by clear goals and takes ownership of outcomes.