Overview
Each year we employ hundreds of Seasonal Staff to serve thousands of campers and our Directors and Assistant Directors are an integral part of this success. Each Camp Leadership Team is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, high quality and efficient programs. We are seeking an Assistant Director of Families for:
Camp Blue Sky (Grades 1st- 5th) – Evergreen, CO
In this role you will
Ensure a high quality experience for our families, going above and beyond in communicating and providing outstanding customer service.
Be a positive role model to our campers and staff, helping support them as needed, and taking initiative as a leader around camp.
Complete behind-the-scenes administrative work to include uploading pictures, printing camper emails, and responding to phone calls and email communication.
Provide excellent customer service to our parents by addressing problems immediately, communicating clearly and frequently, responding to parent survey feedback, and guiding staff on Avid4 best practices.
Organize and take lead on camper drop off and pick up days for each session.
Sub in as an instructor to provide breaks on an as needed basis.
Important Details
Work Schedule: Overnight camps are a 24/7 operation. The leadership team will create a schedule that provides you with one evening off/week and segments of other time off throughout the week.
Position Duration: In person Camp Leadership training May 1 – 3. Additional pre-season training takes place in Colorado May 16 – 29; overnight camp programs run from May 31 through August 1
Compensation: Pay is determined based on position, additional responsibilities, relevant certifications, and staff tenure. Starting rate: $660/week
Room and board provided all Summer!
Relevant Certification Bonuses:
Wilderness First Aid: $100
Wilderness First Responder/EMT: $350
Teacher’s License/MA: $200
Additional bonuses available for $100 – $400 per certification paid end-of-season
Required Skills:
Your Background
All Camp Leadership must qualify to drive camp vehicles, i.e., be 20 years or older by the start of camp with a valid driver’s license for 3+ years and clean driving record. Must pass a driver training and assessment.
Must have some prior customer service experience, and a high comfort level of talking to families
Must have demonstrated expertise in at least one of our core sports (paddling, hiking, climbing, mountain biking)
Must possess a minimum of CPR and First Aid Certification at t
About Avid4 Adventure
The mission of Avid4 Adventure is to provide kids and teens with the skills and confidence to choose active outdoor lifestyles. We transport campers to authentic local recreation areas and teach them to climb, bike, paddle, hike and thrive in the outdoors. More importantly, we teach kids and teens to assess risks, use sound judgment, and believe in their abilities. Through summer day camps, overnight camps, school programs, and events, Avid4 Adventure inspires thousands of kids and teens every year to lead active lifestyles.
