Assistant Director of Camp Operations

For almost 20  years, Avid4 Adventure  has empowered pre-K- 12th graders with the skills and confidence to paddle, bike, hike, climb and thrive in the outdoors.  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. They also provide mentorship and training to our Seasonal Instructors and are responsible for creating a positive, inclusive, and memorable work environment.  If you are seeking meaningful work as a leader in our outdoor recreation community, we invite you to join us this upcoming summer!

We are hiring an Assistant Director of Operations for our Blue Sky location. This person lives and works onsite at our Overnight Camp for the duration of camp.

In this role you will

• Oversee the success of our operational aspects of camp including Kitchen, Facilities, and Clinic.

• Supervise, be a direct support and provide feedback for all operational support staff including Head Chef, Kitchen Staff, Nurse, and Facilities Supervisors.

• Ensure all safety and compliance standards are being adhered to in the Kitchen and Clinic.

• Complete behind-the-scenes administrative work such as inventorying, ordering supplies, scheduling, and problem solving when needed.

• Own communication with our off site outsources, ensuring they have correct camper numbers and signed waivers for each experience.

• Be a positive role model to our campers and staff, helping support them as needed, and taking initiative as a leader around camp.

• Sub in as an instructor to provide breaks on an as needed basis.

You will love this role if

• You find fulfillment in furthering our mission to “inspire kids to live active, outdoor lifestyles” and take pride in searching out how to provide our campers, parents and staff with an unmatched experience. 

• You can seamlessly move between a multitude of responsibilities; from nailing down your camp's logistics to leading engaging staff meetings to approaching parent conversations with empathy.

• You are equally comfortable out in the field leading programs and supporting campers and staff as you are behind a laptop completing administrative duties with attention to detail and precision. 

• You can speak to multiple audiences with ease, foster meaningful relationships, and inspire everyone around you with our mission.

• You successfully develop and empower your instructors while working with them side by side, being present in the moment, and leaving the weight of work challenges behind you at the end of your day.

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

• Some prior management experience preferred

• 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 the start of camp. Wilderness First Aid (or WFR/EMT) and CPR certification preferred.

Important Details

• Work Schedule: Will work a 24/6 schedule to align with overnight camp operations

• Position Duration: All camp leadership will be required to attend an in person training in Colorado May 9-11. Overnight Camp Training begins May 17; programs run June 1 through August 2.

• Compensation: Pay is determined based on position, location, additional responsibilities, relevant certifications, and staff tenure. The weekly starting range for new Camp Leadership are as below: 

  • Overnight Residential Camps: $5810.42 /season (room and board provided!)

  • Relevant Certification Bonuses: $125 - $400 per certification (up to $1,000) 

Our Interview Process for New Camp Leadership

After you submit an application, here is what you can expect next: 

• Step 1: Complete a one-way video interview

  • if you are new to Avid4 Adventure, you will be asked to submit three references (personal and/or professional)

• Step 2: Paired virtual interviews

• Final Decision!

This process moves quickly so be ready to hear from us shortly after you submit your application.

Why Avid4 Adventure?

• We were again voted by Outside Magazine as one of the 50 Best Places to Work.

• We are the only summer camp in the world that is a Certified B Corp (Benefit Corporation).

• We truly live by our Core Values.

• We are committed to improving inclusion, diversity, justice, and equity both internally and in the outdoor industry as a whole. You can learn more about our JEDI commitments and progress here.

• Benefits - Access to free gear, discounted pro deals on gear, professional development, public transportation reimbursement to/from camp, affordable healthcare for seasonal staff, and more!