Job Description

Summer Camp Site Director - VA

Who We Are

At DEAN Adventure Camps, we create life-changing opportunities for young people to discover their passions, explore endless possibilities, achieve meaningful goals, and navigate thrilling adventures—all while developing character and skills that last a lifetime.

Guided by our core values of Compassion, Trust, Growth, and Creativity, we foster an environment where learning, discovery, and personal development thrive. Our vision is to inspire generations of resilient, compassionate, and confident individuals who contribute positively to their communities and the world.

We operate across DC, MD, NJ, PA, and VA, offering all-inclusive programs that make summer exciting for children and easy for families. Learn more:DEAN Adventure Camps

What Makes You a Great Fit

This job is ideal for experienced camp directors or recreation directors, who excel in semi-structured, fast-paced, and high-energy environments, both indoor and outdoor.

• Leadership & Team Experience – At least 3-5 years of experience working in summer camps or recreation, serving at least 100-200 children per week and managing 20-30 team members.
• Strong Communication Skills – You lead with clarity, empathy, patience, intentionality, and collaboration.
• Adaptability & Quick Thinking – You thrive in fast-paced environments and solve challenges with ease.
• High Energy & Enthusiasm – You bring a positive and motivating attitude, with a proven passion for working with both children and teams, ensuring every camper and team member feels safe, engaged, and inspired daily.
• Organized & Reliable – You balance structured programming with creative fun, ensuring process visibility for necessary team members.

• Partner & Client Relations – You have a history of building and upholding fruitful partner & client relationships while upholding your employers’ brand, values, and mission.

What You’ll Do

As a Summer Camp Site Director, you’ll lead an engaging, inclusive, and high-energy summer program that fosters fun, creativity, and skill-building. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Serving as theprimary liaison between DEAN Adventure Camps and Haverford College, ensuring alignment, collaboration, growth, and satisfaction. This position is hired by and considered an employee of DEAN Adventure Camps. We partner with The Potomac School and The Congressional School.

• Overseeing daily camp operations to ensure a safe, structured, smooth, and high-quality experience for both campers and staff.

• Supervising, leading, and mentoring a mid-size seasonal team of 20–30 employees, including Lead Counselors and Assistant Counselors.
• Communicating with families by providing daily News Blast updates, addressing concerns professionally, and jointly supporting campers.
• Problem-solving on the go by coordinating and adjusting schedules, resolving conflicts, curriculum implementation, as well as overall program execution.
• Creating a positive camp culture that fosters a kind, inclusive team environment, ensuring strong morale and growth, plus effective communication and collaboration to create a team that leaves camp stronger than they arrived.
• Managing supplies and inventory by inventorying and troubleshooting material needs to ensure all resources are available when needed.
• Leading disciplinary conversations and performance evaluations to uphold camp standards and HR policies.

Schedule and Requirements

• Full on-site availability during the summer: entirety of June–August
  • Hours:camp operates Monday–Friday 7:30am–4:30pm daily, directors are on-site at The Potomac School (full summer) and The Congressional School (one week)

• Ability to commute, via car, to both:
  • 1301 Potomac School Rd, McLean, VA 22101
  • 3229 Sleepy Hollow Rd, Falls Church, VA 22042
  • *car is required for this role

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must be up to date on all immunizations and willing to provide emergency health information upon hire.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, respond quickly to emergencies, and work in an active, outdoor environment.
• Must have valid First Aid & CPR certification

Perks and Benefits

• Pay range: $1,200-1,300 per week
• FLSA Status: This is a seasonal full-time, exempt position under the FLSA.
• Paid training: Pre-Summer remote training on: leadership, operations, and DEI, plus in-person staff and logistics training the weekend prior to camp.
• All required background checks and certifications fully reimbursed.
• Referral Bonus Earn $50 per hired referral, with no referral limits.
• Daily perks Free snacks, coffee, and parking + Monday breakfast.
• Employee discounts on camp rates for family members, outdoor gear, art supplies, electronics, and more.
• Career growth Gain resume-building experience, letters of recommendation, and networking opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

DEAN Adventure Camps is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based on a candidate’s qualifications as they relate to the position’s requirements and are made without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, or any other category protected by applicable law.

Join our team and make a difference this summer! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis — apply early to secure your spot.