Summer Camp Director Job Posting

Job Posting

Job Title: Summer Camp Director, Quin-Mo-Lac

Location: Hybrid - remote work (Jan – April and onsite (Tweed, Ontario) May – August
Employment Type: 9-month contract (January 1 – September 30)
Compensation: $4,000-$5,000/month commensurate with experience and qualifications for full-time, on-site work (May – August) and prorated for part-time, remote work (January – April and September) plus benefits, UCC pension, and cellphone allowance.

Are you passionate about outdoor education and working with youth?  Do you enjoy leading and motivating young adults and creating unforgettable opportunities for personal growth in children and youth?  If so, we invite you to apply for the post of Quin-Mo-Lac’s Summer Camp Director. 

As the Summer Camp Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the lives of our campers and staff.  You will train and lead a dynamic team as they prepare and deliver a spring outdoor education program for school groups, and a summer camp program for over 1000 campers.  You will ensure that our campers have a safe, enriching, and fun-filled experience that they will remember for a lifetime.  Your responsibilities will encompass staff supervision, program delivery, safety compliance, and collaboration with our Executive Director to enhance our camp's offerings.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Staff Supervision & Operations:  Plan and implement training of seasonal staff.  Mentor and evaluate the staff team and ensure ongoing opportunities for personal growth.    Foster strong team dynamic and uplifting working environment in order to promote staff wellbeing, morale and retention. 

·         Safety & Compliance: Maintain rigorous documentation of operations and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Prepare site for season opening & inspections and keep all manuals & correspondence up to date.  Work in collaboration with the Property Manager and Kitchen Supervisor to ensure site safety and compliance to food service standards are met.

·         Summer Programming & Delivery: Plan engaging outdoor education & summer camp program and oversee the staff in the delivery of a safe and creative program. Communicate effectively with staff & parents regarding camper needs. Coordinate special events.  

·         Procurement & Transportation: Ensuring that all necessary program supplies are materials are on hand for the season.  Available to make necessary supply trips and medical runs as needed.

·         Collaboration with Management: Engage in daily debriefs with the Executive Director.  Assist with staff selection and off season administrative tasks.  Assist in promoting camp programs, job postings and fundraising within the community.


What We Are Looking For:

  • A strong leader with experience in overnight camp management or outdoor education.

  • Excellent communication skills to liaise with staff, parents, and community partners.

  • A proactive and thorough approach to safety and compliance. 

  • A passion for creating memorable experiences for youth of all ages.

 

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job.  It’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on young lives while working in a beautiful outdoor setting. You’ll be part of a vibrant and supportive team dedicated to continuing a 75 year legacy of fostering growth, learning, and adventure.

If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge and lead our summer camp to new heights, we want to hear from you!   Apply today by submitting a cover letter and resume to kids@campQML.org.   While the application deadline is Jan. 5th, 2026, we are eager to allow our new Summer Camp Director to take part in the 2026 hiring process which will soon be underway.  For this reason, application will be reviewed and interviews scheduled on an ongoing basis as they are received. 

  •  A job description is available upon request.

  • We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and welcome all to apply.

  • Accommodations in the hiring process are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

  • We thank all applicants in advance, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.