The Borough of Mendham Summer Day Camp Assistant Director 2025

The Borough of Mendham is seeking a seasonal Assistant Director for the 2025 Summer Day Camp. The Assistant Director works closely with the Camp Director. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children in a camp and/or academic setting and must be available to meet outside of the camp season to assist in planning as well as assist with hosting staff training (first Sunday of June). Camp season is from June 23 – August 1, Monday – Friday (excluding July 4), from 9:00 am – 12:30 pm, with work hours from 8:00 am – 1:00 pm. Additional time may be required during the season to complete camp obligations.

 

Assistant Director duties include but are not limited to: Supervise and guide Head and Group counselors; Assist in emergency situations; Help plan, set up, carry out, and evaluate the daily special activities; Communicate with the Camp Director; Evaluate Group and Head Counselors on their effectiveness; Assist with camper behavior issues; Communicate with parents; Create and post camp content to social media platforms; Plan and attend Camp After Dark; Discuss staff infractions with the Camp Director and help carry out disciplinary action, when necessary; Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, providing support and guidance to those assigned as leaders.

 

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by emailing their resume and cover letter to recreation@mendhamnj.org

This is a seasonal, salaried position at $3,075.00/ season

Job averages 145 onsite camp hours (plus planning hours)

Deadline for applying is March 10, 2025