Camp Interlaken JCC seeks a dynamic, passionate, and experienced professional to lead our camp community. This is an extraordinary opportunity to build upon Camp Interlaken’s 60-year legacy of friendship, growth, and Jewish community.
This is a year-round, high-impact position where you will be responsible for translating our vision into a values-based, high-quality experience for campers and staff, ensuring every aspect of camp reflects our pursuit of excellence and spirit of community.
If you are a proven leader with a deep commitment to Jewish life, youth development, and building inclusive, supportive communities, this could be the next career for you!
What You'll Do: The Core of the Role
As the Director of Camp Interlaken JCC, you will provide year-round leadership, working closely with the Executive Director and JCC partners to ensure a mission-driven and financially sustainable operation.
Leadership & Management
- Provide strategic, year-round leadership for all camp activities and operations.
- Directly supervise and mentor the Assistant and Administrative Directors, fostering professional growth and a collaborative culture.
- Partner with the Executive Director on strategic planning, long-term development, and financial sustainability, including the annual operating budget.
Community & Engagement
- Serve as the chief ambassador for Camp Interlaken to families, alumni, lay leaders, and the broader community.
- Oversee all aspects of camper recruitment, enrollment, and retention, ensuring target goals are met and the community remains vibrant and inclusive.
- Manage parent communication with empathy and professionalism, addressing inquiries and sensitive concerns discreetly.
Program & Operations
- Guide the Assistant Director in staff hiring, training, and supervision, including the execution of robust pre-camp and on-site training programs.
- Oversee all aspects of camper and staff care, including health, wellness, and behavior management, fostering a safe and supportive environment.
- Ensure the camp's full compliance with American Camp Association (ACA) and health department accreditation and licensure standards.
- Coordinate with the Administrative Director on logistics, HR, transportation, and other operational systems.
Location & Work Environment
This is a year-round position requiring two distinct work locations:
- September – May (Off-Season): Work in person at the JCC in the Greater Milwaukee, Wisconsin area. This period is focused on planning, recruitment, and organizational leadership.
- June – August (Summer Season): Reside full-time on-site at Camp Interlaken in Eagle River, Wisconsin.
Please note this role involves some evening, weekend, and travel responsibilities for recruitment, professional gatherings, and JCC-wide events.
What You'll Bring
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience in Jewish camping, youth development, or nonprofit management.
- Minimum of 5 years of supervisory and leadership experience in Jewish camping or a related setting.
- Knowledge and passion for the North American Jewish community, the State of Israel, and Jewish history, traditions, and customs.
- Proven leadership and management skills with the ability to work effectively with staff and campers of all ages.
- Exceptional written, verbal, and public speaking skills; customer-service orientation with diplomacy and discretion is essential.
- Demonstrated ability to be a highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented self-starter.
Ideal Candidates Will Also Have
- A strong track record in developing new initiatives and driving them from concept to execution.
- The ability to receive and provide constructive feedback in a growth-minded environment.
Benefits
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC offers a challenging, dynamic, multicultural work environment with a competitive salary and a comprehensive Total Rewards package. The JCC is committed to a culture that supports work-life balance and invests in our culture by offering generous perks to employees. These include:
- Participation in a defined contribution 403(b) retirement plan, JCC contribution at 1 year of employment
- Paid time for vacation, personal or sick days
- Health, Dental, & Vision insurance coverage
- Paid observance of secular, religious, and floating holidays
- Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability at 1 year of employment
- 2-week sabbatical with stipend every 3 years of employment
- A commitment to professional development
Uniquely JCC Benefits
- JCC Membership. Every active staff member receives a full JCC membership at no cost which includes membership to our state-of-the-art fitness and aquatics facility.
- JCC Program Discounts. Employees receive significant discounts on virtually all programs offered at the JCC including early childhood education, camps, before & after school, fitness & aquatics classes, cultural, and enrichment programs.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call (414) 964-4444 or contact us at hr at jccmilwaukee dot org.