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Camp Director
Lead every part of the summer program: shape sessions around each partner, build and mentor the seasonal team, and adapt the plan as the summer unfolds.
Part-time September–May · Full time June–August
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What you'll do
Help the Executive Director design summer sessions around each partner organization's mission and ethos, and share the full plan for activities, transportation, and field trips.
Lead summer sessions, engage each partner group, and give junior staff real leadership opportunities.
Adapt the itinerary with the Executive Director as weather, feedback from youth and partner leaders, and lessons from past summers require.
Recruit, vet, and hire a diverse, highly qualified seasonal team, including reference checks, and make role expectations clear before staff commit.
Train and supervise summer staff through instruction, mentorship, and counseling, and support their career and personal growth.
Maintain strong partner relationships and clear communication boundaries, directing parent and partner questions to the Office Manager or Executive Director during the summer.
Experience & approach
What you bring
- At least three years of experience in the nonprofit or social service sector.
- Experience with summer camp facilitation, program development and execution, staff recruitment and supervision, outreach and public relations, and public speaking.
- Strong ties to Baltimore or a similar urban community are preferred, along with cultural understanding of the young people Hills to Climb serves.
- A valid driver's license.
Reports toExecutive Director
Compensation & benefitsA salary comparable to similar nonprofit organizations, considering region, organization size, and experience. Retirement benefits with an employer match after six months, plus ongoing professional development.
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Tell us about you.
Share your experience and availability through our application form. If you have a question about the role, the team can help before you apply.
Role details summarized from HTC's current Camp Director position description (October 2026).