- Junior
- Office in Delaware
Ohio Wesleyan University, a selective, private, undergraduate liberal arts, residential institution founded in 1842 and located just 20 miles north of Columbus, is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Camp Manager. This is a TEMPORARY 3 TO 5 WEEK POSITION WITHOUT BENEFITS.
About the candidate:
The ideal candidate for Assistant Camp Manager brings hands-on experience working with youth in camp, residential life, or educational settings. They are a strong communicator and team player, ready to support daily camp operations with professionalism and care. This candidate excels at reinforcing expectations, assisting with transitions and dorm routines, and maintaining camper safety and well-being. They are calm under pressure, responsive during high-risk times, and committed to OWL Camp’s Core 4 values: New Experiences, Connectedness, Identity, and Independence.
About us:
OWL Camp is a mission-driven summer program focused on creating inclusive, high-accountability environments where campers thrive. Our residential team leads with professionalism, safety, and joy, guided by our Core 4 values. We prioritize camper care, staff development, and smooth coordination across dorm life, evening programming, and supervision to ensure a positive experience for all.
Job Summary:
The Assistant Camp Manager supports the Camp Manager in overseeing overnight operations at OWL Camp. This role focuses on daily implementation—assisting with supervision, transitions, dorm routines, and evening activities. The Assistant Camp Manager helps reinforce expectations, provides on-the-ground support to family group leaders, and ensures camper safety and well-being.
Responsibilities and duties:Support the Camp Manager in overseeing overnight operations and daily camp routines
Monitor family group leader supervision and camper engagement during meals, transitions, and free time
Assist with dorm routines including nightly check-ins, lights out, and quiet hours
Reinforce camp policies and Core 4 values throughout daily programming
Provide backup during behavioral challenges and supervision needs
Help facilitate evening activities and Family Group sessions
Assist in responding to safety incidents and documenting camper concerns
Be visible and accessible during high-risk times (evenings, transitions, unstructured time)
Participate in camper check-out, dorm tear-down, and final inventory
Submit assigned documentation and reports by established deadlines
Other duties as assigned
Factors contributing success:Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to support youth with empathy, consistency, and professionalism
Calm, confident response to behavioral and safety situations
Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and camper needs
Visibility and engagement during high-risk or unstructured times
Commitment to OWL Camp’s Core 4 values: Independence, Identity, Connectedness, and New Experiences
Availability for all training, overnight sessions, and end-of-camp responsibilities
Willingness to uphold and reinforce camp policies and routines
Support the Camp Manager in overseeing overnight operations and daily camp routines
Monitor family group leader supervision and camper engagement during meals, transitions, and free time
Assist with dorm routines including nightly check-ins, lights out, and quiet hours
Reinforce camp policies and Core 4 values throughout daily programming
Provide backup during behavioral challenges and supervision needs
Help facilitate evening activities and Family Group sessions
Assist in responding to safety incidents and documenting camper concerns
Be visible and accessible during high-risk times (evenings, transitions, unstructured time)
Participate in camper check-out, dorm tear-down, and final inventory
Submit assigned documentation and reports by established deadlines
Other duties as assigned
Factors contributing success:Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to support youth with empathy, consistency, and professionalism
Calm, confident response to behavioral and safety situations
Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and camper needs
Visibility and engagement during high-risk or unstructured times
Commitment to OWL Camp’s Core 4 values: Independence, Identity, Connectedness, and New Experiences
Availability for all training, overnight sessions, and end-of-camp responsibilities
Willingness to uphold and reinforce camp policies and routines
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to support youth with empathy, consistency, and professionalism
Calm, confident response to behavioral and safety situations
Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and camper needs
Visibility and engagement during high-risk or unstructured times
Commitment to OWL Camp’s Core 4 values: Independence, Identity, Connectedness, and New Experiences
Availability for all training, overnight sessions, and end-of-camp responsibilities
Willingness to uphold and reinforce camp policies and routines
NOTE: Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States
Why Ohio Wesleyan?
Ohio Wesleyan University offers a rewarding place to work! To discover why OWU should be your next work home, visit our website. Learn more about our benefits at Discover our Benefits. As an equal opportunity institution, we do not discriminate on any basis including: race, religion, color, culture, national origin, sex and/or sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, economic barriers, or any other legally protected factor.
