Day Camp Director H Camp Owahta - McGraw, NY

Position: Day Camp Director - 4-H Camp Owahta - McGraw, NY
Location: New York

Help build a summer at 4-H Camp Owahta that kids can’t stop talking about! 4-H Camp Owahta, owned and operated by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Cortland County, is a vibrant 128-acre camp in McGraw, NY, complete with cabins, a rustic lodge, a waterfront, sports fields, and wooded trails. Each summer, the camp serves over 400 youth through its overnight and day camp programs.
The Day Camp Director is a key position within the summer leadership team. The Day Camp Director oversees operation, logistics and safety of the 4-H Camp Owahta day camp program. The Day Camp Director will work closely with the Assistant Camp Director and Outdoor Recreation Director to support successful, integrated overnight and day camp programs and ensure a high-quality camper experience.

The primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: organizing, completing and reviewing paperwork, supervising counselor staff; role modeling and enforcing all 4-H Camp Owahta, American Camp Association (ACA) and Department of Health (DOH) standards; communicating with parents regarding camper behavior and/or needs; addressing camper behavior; plan and lead programming and activity blocks, and communicating with the appropriate staff members for the safety of all campers.
This position is responsible for performing all duties outlined in this description, as well as other responsibilities as assigned and deemed appropriate by the Outdoor Recreation Director.# IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:# PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING## ## All applicants must apply online to be considered for this position. All applicants must complete an application online, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references.
** All External Applicants** (including applicants currently employed by Cornell Cooperative Extension in Associations other than the Association advertising this career opportunity) must submit his/her application materials via the "APPLY" button located within this job posting.
** All Internal Applicants** (current employees working for the Association advertising this career opportunity) must apply online via his/her Workday account, which may be accessed here: .Please contact the CCE office at  with questions.
** POSITION DETAILS:
** This position is a full-time exempt position, 100% FTE. The summer salary for this position is $3,000.00 to $4,000.00 commensurate with experience.

Sponsorship for employment visa status is not available for this position.
** POSITION INFORMATION:
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* Required Qualifications:

*** At least 21 years of age.
* Bachelor Degree as per the New York State Department of Health requirements.
* Minimum six months of leadership experience in a summer camp setting (such as Program Director, Lifeguard, Senior Counselor, etc.)
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* * equivalent experience in an outdoor program or classroom setting for youth ages 5-16.
* Attend and participate in all of staff training and pre-camp set-up;
June 22-July 3, 2026.
* Interest in working with youth and young adults, primarily outdoors.
* Receptiveness to guidance, supervision and feedback.
* Ability to build positive, approachable relationships with youth, parents, and staff.
* Desire, ability and willingness to work and live in a camp community and to reside at 4-H Camp Owahta, McGraw, NY (including overnights) the entire duration of the camp season (July 5-August 14, 2026).
* Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
* Awareness of and understanding of positive youth development principles.
* Demonstrated good character and integrity in professional settings.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Current CPR and First Aid certification(s) from courses approved by the NYS Department of Health (will certify if necessary).
* Ability to effectively teach skills to staff members and campers ages 5-16.
* Ability to adapt and remain flexible in dynamic environments.
* Demonstrated resilience and sound judgment during challenging or adverse situations.
* Enthusiasm and sense of humor.
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* POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

**** Job Responsibilities - 95%
** Support the Outdoor Recreation Director and Assistant Camp Director in overseeing all aspects of…