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

Cornell University•City of Ithaca, NY

5d•$4,500•Onsite

About The Position

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. [health.ny.gov]
Must pass: New York State Central Register Database (SCR) clearance for child abuse/maltreatment. Criminal background screening conducted by NYSDOH. [health.ny.gov] Must not appear on the NYS Sex Offender Registry. [health.ny.gov]
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.