Description

Program Director – Lead Our Dynamic Camp Experience! (Year-Round or Summer Position):

Are you ready to lead a thriving summer camp program and make a lasting impact on staff and campers alike?
We’re looking for a passionate and organized Program Director to oversee our 150+ exciting clinic activities and manage key aspects of camp programming. This is an administrative leadership role perfect for someone who thrives on systems, staff management, and programming innovation. If you’re a systems guru with a sharp eye for detail, a supportive heart for your team, and a drive for continuous improvement, this role could be a perfect fit for you.

You’ll bring big-picture vision and hands-on expertise to camp, ensuring that activities run smoothly and that both staff and campers have an incredible, memorable experience. As a leader, you’ll inspire and guide both staff and campers, creating a vibrant environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

If you’re passionate about program development, staff training, and camp excellence, and if you’re looking for a role where your ideas are valued and your leadership truly matters, we want you on our team!

A Day in the Life of an Operations Manager at Augusta typically includes

• Oversee and improve 150+ diverse clinic activities and key camp programs.
• Manage all programming logistics, from scheduling to supply organization, ensuring seamless execution.
• Support staff management, including training, mentoring, and providing leadership across all areas of the camp.
• Work closely with camp leadership to drive big-picture improvements and ensure sustained growth in programming.
• Analyze feedback and past experiences to implement creative innovations for each new camp season.
• During the off-season (if year-round is desired), you’ll play a critical role in hiring staff, registering campers, and refining programs based on past experiences to ensure each summer is even better than the last.

This is the place for you if you are...

• Are detail-oriented while keeping an eye on the big picture
• Love bringing order into chaos
• Have the depth of emotional and physical stamina to joyfully engage with a community of 100 campers and 60 staff members for 9 weeks in the summer
• Are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or Google Suite
• Love community, and the idea of supporting the growth, interests, and emotional well-being of the other counselors and staff within your village, as well as the camp-wide community, is exciting to you

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About Camp Augusta:
Located in the stunning Northern California wilderness, Camp Augusta is a nonprofit residential camp known for its unique and transformative summer camp experience. With a focus on counseling skills, creative programming, and camper choice, we foster an environment where both campers and staff can thrive. Learn more about our vision and values!

Living and working at Camp Augusta offers a rare opportunity for anyone passionate about camp management, recreation programming, or non-profit leadership to gain hands-on experience while making a significant impact on the camp community.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Summer Salary: $8,000 - $12,000 (DOE)
• Housing, utilities, and meals are provided during your stay.
• Additional perks and benefits for staff, including a tight-knit, supportive team environment.
• Option for a year-round role with continued professional growth.
• If you’re excited to take on a leadership role where programming excellence and staff growth come together, apply today and join us at Camp Augusta for a truly unforgettable summer!

Requirements

Minimum requirements: 

• Must be at least 19 years of age by June 1st, 2026
• Must be available during our summer dates: from May 12th to August 8th, 2026
• Ability to commit to 3-5 hours of pre-camp onboarding work (paperwork, videos, book clubs, readings, etc.) a week from when you are hired to when you arrive, and maintain open and prompt communication about that work

And MUST have one of the following: 

• At least one summer of experience at a residential summer camp, over 100 hours of direct mentorship work with youth

Preferred qualifications:

• A history of ‘meaningful’ work and a variety of experiences with youth
• A plethora of interesting hobbies, passions, and life experiences that you’re excited to share with us
• A GPA of 3.0+ with a true excitement for learning and writing