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Assistant Director of Recruitment & Camper Experience

• 5.0 Waltham, MA 02453 Hybrid work $65,000 - $75,000 a year - Full-time Apply with

Indeed Position Summary:

For nearly a century, Camp Bauercrest has been a place where boys build lifelong friendships, develop confidence, embrace challenges, and become part of a brotherhood that stays with them long after summer ends. We're looking for someone who can help introduce that experience to more boys and families. As our Assistant Director of Recruitment & Camper Experience, you'll play a central role in growing the Bauercrest community, building meaningful relationships with prospective families, and creating new opportunities for boys to experience life on the Hillside. Recruitment and lead generation are the primary focus of this position. Throughout the year, you'll connect with families, schools, synagogues, JCCs, and community organizations, develop referral networks, and identify new opportunities for growth. You'll take initiative in finding and engaging prospective families, helping them discover what makes Bauercrest special and connecting them with our enrollment team as they consider joining our community. During the summer, you'll have the opportunity to see that work come to life. You'll welcome prospective families to camp, lead tours, and serve as a member of our summer leadership and camper care teams. You'll build relationships with campers, support counselors, and help create the experiences that make Bauercrest a place boys want to return to year after year. This is an opportunity to combine the relationship-building and strategic thinking of a recruitment professional with the meaningful, hands-on leadership of a summer camp administrator. You'll help grow Bauercrest while making a lasting difference in the lives of the boys and families who become part of our community.

What You'll Do:

Grow the

Bauercrest Community:

Proactively identify and connect with prospective families, generating new interest in Camp Bauercrest. Build relationships with synagogues, JCCs, schools, youth organizations, Jewish community networks, and community leaders, including families and communities not currently connected to Bauercrest. Develop recruitment opportunities in existing communities and identify new markets for growth. Represent Bauercrest at camp fairs, school visits, community events, and prospective-family gatherings. Build and maintain referral networks among current parents, alumni, and community partners, actively seeking introductions to families who may be a good fit for Bauercrest. Plan and organize recruitment events, information sessions, and opportunities for prospective families to connect with Bauercrest. Lead camp tours during the summer, helping families experience the energy, relationships, and traditions that make Bauercrest special. Maintain accurate and organized records of prospective families, referral sources, conversations, and next steps in CampMinder, ensuring thoughtful and seamless introductions to the Camp Director and Director of Family Relations & Communications as families move towards enrollment. Develop and execute a year-round recruitment strategy, establish measurable lead-generation goals, track results, and continually identify opportunities to strengthen Bauercrest's recruitment efforts. Camper Experience & Summer Leadership Serve as an active member of Bauercrest's summer leadership and camper care teams. Build meaningful relationships with campers and staff throughout camp. Support Head Counselors in creating positive, engaging, and supportive bunk communities. Coach and mentor counselors, providing feedback and helping staff grow as leaders. Help identify campers who may need additional support, encouragement, or opportunities for connection. Observe daily camp life and work collaboratively with camp leadership to ensure campers are engaged, supported, and appropriately challenged. Collaborate with the Director of Family Relations & Communications to organize welcoming and engaging experiences for families during Opening Day, Visiting Day, and Closing Day, including post-drop-off parent gatherings, on-campus activities, and opportunities for families to connect with the Bauercrest community. Help reinforce Bauercrest's values of Community, Confidence, and Competition through daily interactions and leadership. Collaborate on Bauercrest's social media and digital marketing efforts, capturing and sharing the stories, traditions, and experiences that make camp special while preparing content for the early fall recruitment season. Year-Round Camp Leadership Collaborate with the Camp Director, Assistant Director, and other year-round leaders on camp planning and organizational priorities. Partner with our Director of Family Relations & Communications on Training Camp, recruitment gatherings, and off-season events. Represent Bauercrest professionally and enthusiastically within the camp community and beyond. Contribute ideas, take initiative, and help strengthen the programs, relationships, and traditions that define Bauercrest. Why This Role is a Game-Changer for

You:

You'll help grow something meaningful. The relationships you build will introduce boys and families to experiences, friendships, and traditions that can stay with them for a lifetime. You'll have the opportunity to lead. This isn't a position where you'll simply follow a recruitment checklist. You'll develop ideas, build partnerships, take ownership of initiatives, and see the results of your work. You'll work directly with campers and staff. Unlike many year-round recruitment positions, you'll spend your summers immersed in camp life, building relationships, mentoring young adults, and helping boys grow. You'll be part of a close-knit leadership team. You'll work alongside people who care deeply about Bauercrest, value collaboration, and believe that great camp experiences don't happen by accident. You'll make a difference year-round. From meeting a family for the first time to watching their son find his place at camp, you'll have the opportunity to see the impact of your work firsthand.

What We're Looking For:

We're looking for someone who brings energy, initiative, good judgment, and a genuine belief in the value of summer camp. Has a strong background in recruitment, sales, admissions, or business development, with demonstrated success generating leads, building relationships, and achieving measurable results. Understands relationship-based selling and knows how to build trust, communicate value, follow up consistently, and guide prospective families through a thoughtful decision-making process. Is outgoing, personable, and comfortable initiating conversations, developing new relationships, and identifying opportunities for growth. Is proactive and resourceful, consistently identifying new families, building connections, and creating recruitment opportunities without requiring daily direction. Communicates clearly and professionally with parents, community leaders, prospective families, and colleagues. Has experience working with children and young adults, including coaching, mentoring, or supervising staff. Is dependable, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects while maintaining accurate records. Works collaboratively with others and contributes positively to a year-round leadership team. Understands and appreciates the value or Jewish overnight camping and the role it plays in building community, identity, and belonging. Experience in summer camping, youth development, or education is valued. A bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience is preferred. Familiarity with CampMinder or similar systems is a plus. This position requires flexibility for occasional evening and weekend recruitment events, regional travel, and living and working at camp during the summer season. Above all, we're looking for someone who leads with empathy, models accountability, and believes that helping campers and counselors grow is one of the most important responsibilities of camp leadership.

Perks & Compensation:

At Camp Bauercrest, being part of our leadership team means more than having a great summer. It's an opportunity to develop professionally, build meaningful relationships, and help shape an experience that makes a lasting difference in the lives of campers and staff.

Competitive Compensation:

The anticipated base salary for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Additional performance-based compensation is available based on recruitment, qualified lead generation, and enrollment growth. Employer-sponsored health insurance and other traditional benefits are not currently offered as part of this position. In-Season (Summer)

Benefits:

Private Housing & Connectivity:

Enjoy private residential accommodations with your own bathroom during the summer, Wi-Fi to stay connected with family and friends, and access to on-site laundry facilities.

Meals Provided:

Enjoy three meals a day in our Mess Hall alongside campers and staff. Mealtimes are an important part of the Bauercrest experience, bringing our community together and creating opportunities to connect beyond the pool.

Generous Weekly Time Off:

Enjoy a scheduled day off each week, with an extended break that includes two nights away from camp, giving you meaningful time to rest, recharge, and enjoy your summer.

Evening Free Time:

Following evening activities, staff generally have personal time to relax, socialize, or unwind. Staff also participate in a rotating evening supervision schedule, typically once per week, to support the safety and well-being of our camp community. Access to

Camp Facilities:

Take advantage of Bauercrest's recreational facilities during designated free time, including our athletic fields, sports courts, fitness facilities, pool, and waterfront, subject to camp schedules and safety guidelines.

Meaningful Leadership Experience:

Serve as a member of our camp administrative team, gaining hands-on experience in staff supervision, counselor development, camper management, and parent/family communications.

Professional Growth & Development:

Strengthen your skills in mentoring, communication, emergency preparedness, decision-making, and team development while working alongside experienced camp professionals. Make a

Lasting Impact:

Build meaningful connections with fellow administrators, counselors, and campers while becoming part of Bauercrest's long standing community.

A Community That Lasts:

Build friendships, professional connections, and memories that extend far beyond the summer.

About Camp Bauercrest:

Camp Bauercrest isn't just a summer camp, it's a vibrant community built on Jewish values, lifelong friendships, and transformative experiences. For generations, we've been dedicated to helping boys grow into their best selves by fostering character, leadership, and a deep sense of belonging. At Bauercrest, every day is designed to inspire personal growth, teamwork, and resilience, whether through spirited sports competitions, creative arts, or cherished camp traditions. We believe in celebrating and fostering the unique strengths each camper brings to our community. Our staff leads by example, nurturing an environment where respect, responsibility, and empathy are at the heart of everything we do. Above all, Bauercrest is a place where lasting memories are made, challenges are embraced, and friendships become family.

Our mission is simple:

to help every camper discover their potential, connect with others, and leave camp with confidence, character, and a sense of purpose that lasts long after the summer ends.

Pay:

$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Waltham, MA 02453