Camp Superintendent
2 weeks ago
Camp Superintendent - Children's Fresh Air Home
Children's Fresh Air Home – North Wildwood, NJ
Seasonal position | On-site housing provided | Summer 2026
The Children's Fresh Air Home (CFAH) is a nonprofit summer camp at the Jersey Shore that provides a free, faith-based, life-changing experience for children ages 7–13 from Camden, Philadelphia, and surrounding areas. We're seeking a Camp Superintendent to lead our summer operations — someone who is mission-driven, organized, and passionate about helping kids grow, laugh, and thrive.
The Camp Superintendent will oversee all on-site activities, staff, and volunteers; manage daily camp operations; ensure safety and compliance; and bring our five pillars to life: Art & Creative Expression, Spirituality & Inner Growth, Music & Rhythm, Marine & Coastal Science, and Physical Fitness & Play. This is a hands-on leadership role with private housing provided during the camp season.
Qualifications:
- Experience leading youth, camp, or community programs
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- CPR/First Aid certified (or ability to obtain before start)
- Must be 25+, able to work outdoors, and available full-time June–August 2026 (part-time prep work begins February/March)
Join us in making this summer unforgettable for Camden's kids — where faith, fun, and friendship come together by the sea. Salary range - $26-$34 an hour during off season, based on experience and $15,000 stipend plus room and board for full-time on-site 3-month summer program.
The Camp Superintendent will report to the Camp Director/Board Chair. The Superintendent will have on-site responsibility and will be expected to reside at the CFAH during the summer operations. Private living quarters will be provided.
Duties will include day-to-day management of the CFAH summer camp, such as supervising all on-site staff, planning for activities, managing camp applications, developing and completing training for staff and volunteers to ensure licensing compliance, communication with families, and related responsibilities.
The CFAH Camp Superintendent should have extensive experience working with children and have some supervisory experience, as well as an ability to learn and ensure compliance with licensing regulations, maintain a physical site, and the ability to manage and lead the day-to-day activities of a camp. A successful candidate for this role will also have experience with program development and operations. The Superintendent will be expected to lead non-denominational Christian faith-based specific activities, such as devotional and spiritual reflections.
Camp Superintendent Responsibilities:
• Hiring and supervision of employees with board/camp director assistance and approval.
• Ordering, tracking and maintaining CFAH materials and supplies needed for operations.
• Developing a camp curriculum in coordination with Executive Director and Board , with age and developmentally appropriate leisure and recreational activities that embody the Five pillars as noted below.
• Preparing weekly activity schedules for counselors and campers that align with and foster the 5 pillars of the CFAH, including Art and Creative Expression, Spirituality and Inner Growth, Music and Rhythm, Marine, Beach and Coastal Science, and Physical Fitness and Play.
• Managing all child records, including preparing weekly medical charts and parent releases through Campsite record systems.
• Organizing and conducting a two-day counselor training/orientation prior to the start of the summer season, including coordinating with local EMS and partners for CPR certification.
• Conducting weekly camper orientation with new campers that reviews rules, emergency procedures, and behavior expectations.
• Management and closure of all incident reports/logs.
• Arranging for the transportation of campers to and from pick-up sites and any scheduled activities.
• Managing the daily business affairs of CFAH (booking tickets to waterpark, organizing ice cream socials, boardwalk rides, etc.)
• Cultivating relationships with local businesses, organizations, and partners for donations and volunteers.
• Opening and Closing the Home at the beginning and end of each season according to guidelines/policies/procedures.
• Working with the Camp Director\Board to manage budget for house materials and supplies, activities, etc.
• Working with the cook to set up menus, meals, and ensure food is ordered in advance.
• Conduct weekly staff meeting and training.
• Learn and ensure CFAH complies with all NJ DOH licensing and health regulations.
• Carry out the policies and directives of the CFAH board on a daily basis.
• Communicating to Board Leadership (and board and licensing body when necessary) all pertinent information regarding concerns, incidents, staffing concerns, etc. in a timely manner.
• Implementing and enforcing the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Communicating and responding to inquiries from campers and their parents or guardians.
• Evaluating and coaching on-site staff and volunteers.
• Ensuring the safe operation of the Children's Fresh Air Home.
• Performing other duties as assigned by Camp Director/CFAH Board.
Candidates should enjoy working with children, understand the potential challenges campers may come with, and prioritize the safety and well-being of all campers.
Requirements
Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds (supplies, equipment, luggage).• Must be able to walk long distances across uneven terrain and campgrounds.
• Must be able to work long and irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, in outdoor environments.
• Must be able to tolerate heat, humidity, insects, and inclement weather.
• Must successfully pass a comprehensive background check, including criminal history, child abuse clearance, and sex offender registry.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States and maintain compliance with all state and federal camp licensing regulations.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; access to a personal vehicle, and ability to operate an 8-10 passenger van with kids if needed.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain prior to start); Lifeguard/Water Safety, or food safety certification preferred.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks related to camp operations.
• Ability to walk long distances and work in outdoor environments that may include heat, humidity, insects, and inclement weather.
• Flexibility to work long and irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, and remain on-site overnight during camp sessions.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in a camp, school, or youth program setting.
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and crisis management skills with the ability to enforce safety and supervision standards.
• Commitment to modeling positive behavior and upholding camp values while working effectively with diverse staff, campers, and families.
