Temporary High School Summer Camp Director: SC Johnson College of Business

Cornell University•Ithaca, NY

3d•$4,500 - $4,500•Onsite

About The Position

Our College: The Cornell SC Johnson College of Business is comprised of the university’s three accredited business schools, each of which is recognized as among the best in higher education: the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management, and the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration. Our academic research; industry and community engagement; and undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs all reflect the future of business: flexible, collaborative, and cross-disciplinary. The college community includes nearly 250 research faculty, 46,000 alumni, and 3,300 undergraduate, professional, and graduate students. The SC Johnson College of Business has an unparalleled resource base from which to draw—within the college, Cornell Tech in New York City, and Cornell University broadly. Temporary High School Summer Camp Director: The Temporary High School Summer Camp Director for the program works closely with the health director, chaperones, and Cornell staff to ensure the safety and well‑being of all campers. This role requires staying overnight with participants in a Cornell residence hall for the duration of the program (July 13–25) and accompanying the group on a field trip to Niagara Falls. The Camp Director is also expected to participate in pre‑program planning to become familiar with schedules, policies, and logistical details. The dates of this position will be from June 1, 2026 – July 31, 2026. This position is not benefits ‑eligible and does not qualify for visa sponsorship or relocation assistance. Salary for the full duration of the camp is $4500.

Requirements

At least 25 years old
Holds a bachelor’s degree
Minimum 24 weeks of administrative or supervisory experience in camping or an equivalent field.
Must pass: New York State Central Register Database (SCR) clearance for child abuse/maltreatment.
Criminal background screening conducted by NYSDOH.
Must not appear on the NYS Sex Offender Registry.
Must take the First Aid and CPR/AED training with State-approved vendors.
Must complete a free and online training about reporting prior to the start of the program. (Directors of overnight camps are mandated reporters in New York State .)
Strong leadership, decision-making, and crisis‑management skills.
Knowledge of child development and best practices in youth supervision, including knowledge about policies concerning discipline, abuse, and responding to emergencies.
Ability to interpret and apply NYS health and safety regulations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work long or irregular hours, including evenings and weekends during camp operation.

Responsibilities

Camp Administration & Compliance Ensure the camp operates in full compliance with NYS Sanitary Code Subpart 7‑2 .
Co-prepare and implement the camp’s written Safety Plan , including emergency preparedness, health protocols, and supervision standards.
Maintain all required permits and documentation for camp operation.
Coordinate with the local health department for inspections, approvals, and incident reporting.
Adhere to all Cornell University policies and procedures including, but not limited to, University Policy 8.8 and related procedures .
The camp director is also responsible for ensuring all program staff adhere to these policies and procedures.
Enforce the program's code of conduct and disciplinary measures with participants and makes disciplinary reports to the program director to determine disciplinary actions.
Report all incidents in writing to the program director, who in turn report it to both Cornell University and New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).
Supervise all camp staff and activity leaders.
Oversee performance, scheduling, staff ratios, and adherence to supervision standards for all program areas.
Ensure the required camper-to-staff ratio (1 chaperone to 10 campers) is maintained at all times.
Establish protocols for supervision, discipline, and behavior management.
Oversee safe transportation practices for any camp vehicles, trips, or charters when applicable.
Supervise the Camp Health Director and ensure all health staff meet NYS credentialing requirements.
Oversee: Initial health screenings and daily health surveillance.
Emergency procedures, including first aid, CPR availability, and illness management.
Medical log maintenance and required incident reporting to NYSDOH within 24 hours.
Ensure compliance with policies on medications, allergies, disease prevention, and youth health accommodations.
Oversee planning and delivery of camp activities, ensuring they are age‑appropriate, safe, and compliant with NYSDOH safety standards.
Approve all high‑risk activities, such as aquatic programs and off‑site trips.
Monitor activity areas for safety hazards and implement corrective actions promptly.
Communicate camp policies, schedules, safety procedures, and incident notifications to parents/guardians when necessary.
Serve as the primary liaison with families, community partners, and regulatory authorities.
Communicate directly with parents/guardians in case of an emergency or disciplinary measure in cases when the program director is unavailable.