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Title: RISE Lower Camp Director

Department: Auxiliary Services

Supervisor: Director of Summer and Afterschool Programs

Status: Stipend

Established in 1963, Moses Brown’s RISE camp offers arts, academics, science, sports, adventure, and fun to children ages 3-14.  There are three divisions- Early RISErs (ages 3 to 5), Lower Camp (ages 6-8), and Upper Camp (ages 8-13) that are all located on MB’s Providence campus.  As part of Moses Brown, we affirm the Quaker belief that there is an Inner Light in each person that is worthy of dignity and respect. We consider simplicity, integrity, group wisdom, and respect for differences to be paramount in helping campers of all faiths and backgrounds discover their identity and mission in the world. In its hiring practices, Moses Brown does not discriminate and seeks to maximize the diversity of the school in terms of class, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, abilities/disabilities, and language.

General Summary of Responsibilities: 

Pre-Camp:

• In collaboration with the Director of Summer and Afterschool Programs, Directors of Upper Camp and Early RISErs interview and make recommendations for hire for Lower Camp Counselors.
• Work with the Director of Summer and Afterschool Programs and Directors of Upper and Early RISErs to create an exciting and stimulating camp program. 
• Submit supply orders.
• Monitor Lower Camp enrollment numbers and communicate concerns or needs with the Director of Summer and Afterschool Programs.
• Communicate with parents as needed prior to their camper attending camp. 
• Ensure space set up is appropriate.

Camp Season:

• In collaboration with the Director of Summer and Afterschool Programs and other division directors, plan and implement orientation for summer staff.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate Lower RISE counselors.
• Organize weekly orientation for campers.
• Help set-up for weekly meetings.
• Manage the set up for special events and activities.
• Manage counselor schedules, day-off requests, and communicate as necessary for pay adjustments. 
• Work with the camp nurse as needed to address the mental health and physical well-being of campers. 
• Manage camper rosters, including medical concerns, attendance, and lunch.
• Communicate with families when appropriate (absence, behavioral concern).
• Communicate issues and concerns to the Director of Summer and Afterschool Programs.
• Manage the camper exchange for half day lower campers.

Post-Camp:

• Walk through camp space and report any issues, damages or concerns to the Director of Summer and Afterschool Programs.
• Provide feedback on the camp season, and make suggestions for improvement/changes for the next year. 

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree required

Experience: Experience working with summer camps preferred. Experience with supervision, hiring and training, experience working with children from ages 3-14.

Skills, Knowledge, Competencies:

• Goal orientated and an ability to generate results with limited oversight.
• Creativity, and strategic thinking.
• Outstanding relationship-management skills; 
• Excellent organizational, presentation, written and oral communication skills, including the ability to convey the mission of the school persuasively.  
• Ability to work effectively with diverse teams, groups, and constituents.
• Self-directed, highly organized, and results-driven.  Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environment managing multiple tasks and deadlines with attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to use technology to achieve results. 
• Ability to maintain professional demeanor under stress and to exhibit good judgment when faced with conflicting interests and priorities.