Summer Soccer Camp Site Director La Costa | San Diego Wave Camps

San Diego Wave Camps is seeking a Site Director for our La Costa camp at San Dieguito Sports Complex (July 6-10, 2026), with option to work all summer. We're looking for a strong leader who thrives in a team-oriented environment, enjoys mentoring staff, and is passionate about youth sports. In this role, you'll lead a team of coaches, build a positive staff culture, and ensure campers have a fun, safe, and development-focused experience. This is a great opportunity to combine leadership, coaching, and program management in one role. Optional Pre-Summer Opportunity (Starting May 2026): The selected candidate may have the opportunity to begin working as early as May 2026 in a part-time, paid role supporting group sales and community outreach for San Diego Wave Camps. In this role, you may: Promote camp programs to local schools, teams, and community organizations Build relationships with families and youth sports groups to support enrollment efforts Gain valuable experience in sports sales, marketing, and operations This is a great opportunity to increase earnings, build professional experience, and get a head start before the summer camp season begins. What You'll Lead (Site Director Responsibilities): Ensure a safe, structured, and inclusive environment for campers ages 4-12 Manage daily logistics including check-in/check-out, scheduling, and transitions Communicate professionally with parents, guardians, and staff Handle problem-solving, conflict resolution, and on-site decision-making Uphold and represent the Wave Camps FC brand with professionalism and integrity

Why Work San Diego Wave Camps:

Gain leadership experience in sports management, youth development, and operations Make a lasting impact on young athletes in your community Work outdoors in a high-energy, team-driven environment

Ideal Background:

Experience leading youth programs, summer camps, or sports camps Background in soccer coaching or playing (high school level or higher preferred) Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and staff members simultaneously Excellent communication and conflict-resolution abilities High energy, professionalism, and accountability Passion for youth development through sports

Commitment:

Ideally a 6-week summer commitment: June 22 - July 31, 2026 Monday-Friday, approximately 8 hours per day Ability to travel to camp locations Must pass a comprehensive background screening Comfortable driving a rented camp van if needed

Compensation:

$1,400 - $1,600 per week, based on experience