Camp Pembroke, an all-girls Jewish residential camp, is seeking an Assistant Director to play a key role on the Senior Staff team and will be responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating all camp programs, year-round engagement, camper enrollment and social media and communications. This position works closely with the Camp Directors to ensure that every activity supports the camp’s mission, fosters personal growth, and delivers a high-quality experience for campers and staff. The Assistant Director oversees program planning, supervises program staff, and ensures that all activities are safe, engaging, and age-appropriate. It will be important for the Assistant Director to maintain traditional camp programming, along with introducing new programs. This candidate will work out of our Wellesley, MA office during the off-season (September- May) and will live at camp in Pembroke, MA (June-August). Weekend and evening availability required.

Key Responsibilities:
Program Leadership & Development
● Design, plan, and coordinate camp programs, activities, off-site trips and special events that align with
the camp’s philosophy and goals.
● Collaborate with the Camp Directors to create a balanced, engaging daily and weekly schedule.
● Develop new program initiatives that enhance camper learning, creativity, and community.
● Ensure programs are inclusive and adaptable to different age groups, abilities, and interests.
● Establish clear program outcomes and regularly assess program quality and camper satisfaction.

Staff Leadership & Support
● Supervise Department Heads, who oversee activity areas, and provide training and support as needed.
● Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to staff to strengthen program delivery.
● Coordinate pre-camp and in-season training related to activity instruction, safety, and program goals.
● Foster a positive, collaborative culture among the program team.
● Work collaboratively with other members of the Senior Staff team to ensure communication is strong.

Operations & Logistics
● Manage program schedules, resources, and equipment to ensure smooth operations.
● Oversee the setup, maintenance, and inventory of program materials and spaces.
● Ensure all programs meet health and safety standards and comply with organizational and regulatory requirements.
● Assist with staff and camper orientation, daily camp operations, and other camp-wide leadership duties.

Camper Experience & Community Building
● Promote creativity, inclusion, and teamwork in all activities.
● Observe and engage with campers to ensure programs are meeting their needs and interests.
● Support staff in creating meaningful, mission-aligned camp experiences.
● Lead or assist in organizing camp traditions, evening programs, and special theme days.
● Plan off-season programming and engagement for campers, staff, parents and alumnae.
● Assist with social media engagement- creating content and oversight of analytics.

Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s degree in education, recreation, youth development, or a related field (or equivalent
experience).
● Minimum of 3 years of experience in camp leadership, Jewish communal work or youth program management (preferred).
● Demonstrated ability to design and lead engaging youth programs.
● Ability to work on multiple projects at once.
● Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
● Experience supervising and training staff.
● Energetic, creative, and passionate about youth development in a camp setting.
● A strong passion for working in a residential camp environment.

Compensation & Benefits:
● Salary: $55-$65k, depending upon experience
● 403b for retirement
● Paid time off
● Room and board (June 1-August 15)
● Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
● Health & dental insurance
● Fun-filled days, all the grilled cheese and french fries you could want and the ability to impact the lives of others on a daily basis!

Join Our Team as Assistant Director at Ramah Day Camp of Greater Boston!

Ramah Day Camp of Greater Boston is seeking an energetic, organized, and creative leader to serve as our year-round Assistant Director—a new and exciting position on our team.

In this key role, you’ll help recruit and retain the next generation of campers and staff, build meaningful relationships with families across Greater Boston, and design unforgettable summer experiences for over 400 campers and staff members.

At Ramah, we create transformative experiences of joyful Jewish life. Campers entering pre-K through ninth grade make great friends, grow socially and spiritually, and have endless fun through sports, swimming, arts, music, cookouts, and more—all in a warm, nurturing environment rooted in Jewish values.

This role is perfect for someone eager to develop professionally in program design, staff training, recruitment, and camp operations. Whether you come from the Jewish nonprofit world or beyond, you bring strong leadership, relationship-building skills, and a passion for Jewish camping.

Ramah Boston is part of Ramah New England, a dynamic and inclusive network of two day camps and one overnight camp, serving hundreds of children and families across the region.

The Assistant Director works year-round in Norwood, MA (off-season) and on-site in Waltham, MA during the summer. Our team meets in person Monday–Thursday and works remotely on Fridays.

Ready to bring your creativity, energy, and love of camp to a thriving Jewish community?
We’d love to hear from you—join us in building the premier Jewish day camp in Greater Boston!

Learn more about this position and Ramah New England here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1doZYJmDMcfr2w_cxsWjGDWfuhtPcNOaeJPOYyWMDORg/edit?usp=sharing

A list of job responsibilities can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1S6ox5PCdF04iIQPSaOJnhjoCJMSt26ihmEX6LBAlDQs/edit?usp=sharing