Assistant Camp Director (Thousand Oaks/ Westlake Village)

Company Description

Galileo is a nationally recognized summer day camp that's all about empowering young innovators to change the world! With over 70 diverse communities served and hundreds of thousands of kids inspired since 2002, we are a leader in the Innovation Education Movement.

Here, innovation, purpose and personal development converge, creating an environment where your talents shine, and your impact is celebrated. We invest, test and continually iterate to sustain a culture that values Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. In fact, we were named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to work for in the Nation in 2023 and 2024! We have also been on the Best Places to Work in the Bay Area list more than 12 times, were named one of Forbes’ Best Small Companies in 2017, and a Top 100 Real Impact Company in 2019.

Join us for a joy-filled summer in a mission-driven environment!

Job Description

As Assistant Camp Director, you’ll work closely and collaborate with the Camp Director to oversee daily camp operations, support staff, and ensure a joyful, safe, and inclusive experience for all campers. Serving as the “manager on duty” when necessary, you’ll balance camper safety, program quality, and a positive camp environment while building strong relationships with families and the camp team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals eager to develop their leadership and management skills in a hands-on, dynamic setting. This is a seasonal role; Assistant Camp Directors work Monday - Friday (5 days per week), and can work either full-time or part-time hours depending on the needs of each camp location. 

Core Responsibilities

Oversee Daily Camp Operations:

• Collaborate closely with the Camp Director to ensure a safe, joy-filled program.

• Use creative problem-solving to prioritize daily tasks effectively and maintain camper safety.

• Act as the “manager on duty” in the Camp Director’s absence, supporting a seamless camp experience.

• Own daily operational and administrative tasks to ensure smooth program execution.

• Perform keyholder duties, handling opening and closing procedures as scheduled.

Provide Exceptional Customer Service:

• Communicate with families about camper experiences and coach staff on effective, professional communication.

• Address escalated concerns, assisting staff as needed to ensure positive resolutions.

• Create a safe, fun, and engaging environment by balancing camper safety, operational needs, and staff support.

• Balance fun with safety and operational excellence, coaching staff to engage with campers of all ages and abilities.

Collaborate in Team Management and Staff Support:

• Support the Camp Director in leading and coaching the camp team, with direct supervision of Extended Care staff.

• Ability to facilitate dialogue among diverse groups, promoting understanding and collaboration, and supporting individuals in taking responsibility for their actions.

Support Camp Programming and Rotations:

• Flexibly assist with managing camp rotations and cover duties as needed, stepping in to lead camper groups or facilitate curriculum.

• Facilitate check-in/check-out procedures for efficient and accurate attendance tracking.

• Ensure high-quality implementation of Galileo curriculum, providing timely feedback to instructors.

Contribute to and Lead Camper-Centered Focus Activities:

• Lead by example, participating in camp activities, chants, songs, and skits to promote a vibrant camp spirit and exemplary customer service.

• Create a safe, fun, and engaging environment by balancing camper safety, operational needs, and staff support.

• Balance fun with safety and operational excellence, coaching staff to engage with campers of all ages and abilities.

Manage Extended Care Program:

• Independently direct the Extended Care program that is attended by campers before and after standard camp hours.

• Manage and plan activities, training and execution of camp programming. 

• Act as “manager on duty,” focusing on camper and family experience, staff development, and program quality.

Build Your Skills with Ongoing Training and Support!

• Hands-on leadership and management experience in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

• Opportunities to develop skills in staff training, conflict resolution, program planning, and team development.

• Mentorship and professi