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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, 6 POINTS SPORTS ACADEMY
Location: Remote, with required travel to camp and year-round events
Organization: Union for Reform Judaism
Employment Type: Full Time, Benefits Eligible, Exempt, MNGT    
Department: Camps & Immersives Leadership – 6 Points 
Reporting to: Camp Director 
Start Date: January 1, 2027
Salary Range: $55,000 - $60,000 plus competitive benefits package

THE ROLE
At 6 Points, camp is more than a summer experience. It is a place where young people discover their strengths, build lasting friendships, explore their Jewish identities, and find a community where they belong. The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) seeks an Assistant Director to help strengthen the relationships and experiences that make 6 Points camps vibrant Jewish communities during the summer and throughout the year.
As a member of the 6 Points team, the Assistant Director leads year-round communications and marketing, sharing the 6 Points Spors stories, engaging families, and inspiring new campers to join this community. The Assistant Director also builds family relationships, supports recruitment and fundraising, and creates meaningful opportunities for campers, families, and alumni to stay connected beyond the summer.
During the summer, the Assistant Director is based at 6 Points Sports Academy, serving as a member of the camp leadership team and helping create a welcoming, joyful, and memorable experience for campers and staff.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
BRING THE 6 POINTS STORY TO LIFE 
• Lead year-round communications and marketing for all 6 Points camps, developing engaging content that reflects each camp's unique identity and community.
• Manage social media, email campaigns, newsletters, website content, and other communications that connect with families, inspire prospective campers, and strengthen camp visibility.
• Partner with camp directors and URJ colleagues to coordinate messaging, recruitment campaigns, and communications priorities.
• Use engagement data and feedback to understand what resonates with families and strengthen outreach.
BUILD RELATIONSHIPS & GROW THE CAMP COMMUNITY 
•  Cultivate meaningful relationships with prospective, current, and returning camp families, helping them feel welcomed, informed • Support camper recruitment and retention through personalized outreach, family conversations, information sessions, and community partnerships.
• Plan and lead year-round events and programs that bring campers, families, alumni, and prospective families together and strengthen their connection to camp.
• Build relationships with congregations and community organizations to introduce new families to 6 Points camps and expand our reach.
• Partner with camp leadership and development colleagues to support fundraising campaigns, donor engagement, and stewardship, sharing stories that inspire philanthropic support.
HELP LEAD AN EXCEPTIONAL SUMMER CAMP EXPERIENCE
• Serve as a member of the Sports Academy summer leadership team, helping create a safe, inclusive, and joyful community where campers and staff can thrive.
• Support daily camp operations, camper experiences, and family communications, responding thoughtfully to emerging needs and challenges.
• Capture and share the moments, stories, and experiences that reflect the spirit of camp and keep families connected throughout the summer.
• Collaborate with camp leadership and staff to strengthen the camper experience and foster a culture of belonging, teamwork, and Jewish connection.

WHO YOU ARE
You are a creative communicator and natural relationship builder who believes in the power of camp to shape young lives. You love bringing people together, finding the stories that matter, and helping families feel part of something special. You bring energy, warmth, and initiative to your work, and you're just as comfortable creating engaging content as you are connecting with a prospective family or bringing a community event to life. You thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, enjoy turning ideas into action, and care deeply about creating experiences where young people feel a sense of belonging.

KEYS TO SUCCESS (THE MUST-HAVES)
• A compelling storyteller: You know how to bring a community's story to life through engaging communications, creative content, and thoughtful marketing that connects with families and inspires participation.
• A relationship builder: You connect authentically with campers, families, and colleagues, building trust and helping people feel welcomed, valued, and part of the camp community.
• A champion of belonging and Jewish community: You believe in URJ's mission and the power of Jewish camp to help young people discover who they are, build meaningful relationships, and find communities where they belong. You help create spaces where people of diverse backgrounds and experiences feel included and valued.
• An organized doer: You turn ideas into action, manage competing priorities, and follow through on details while keeping the bigger picture in mind.
• A collaborative leader: You work effectively across teams, navigate different needs and perspectives, and contribute to a positive, inclusive camp culture.

QUALIFICATIONS
•    Experience in communications, marketing, camp leadership, youth programming, community engagement, or a related field.
•    Strong writing and storytelling skills, with experience creating engaging digital and social media content.
•    A natural ability to build relationships with families, colleagues, and community partners.
•    Experience planning events, coordinating projects, and managing multiple priorities.
•    Strong organizational skills, creativity, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
•    A commitment to creating inclusive communities where young people feel valued, supported, and empowered.
•    Ability to work on-site at 6 Points Sports Academy during the summer and travel for year-round events.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
•    Experience in Jewish camping, youth development, or mission-driven organizations.
•    Familiarity with camper recruitment, enrollment, and retention.
•    Experience with email marketing platforms, CRM systems, website management, and digital design tools.
•    Experience supporting fundraising or alumni engagement.
•    Familiarity with Reform Jewish values and traditions.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Please apply online and include a resume and a one-page cover letter describing your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with the qualifications listed. We look forward to hearing from you!  

 
ABOUT THE UNION FOR REFORM JUDAISM
Serving more than 800 congregations and reaching nearly 2 million people, the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) is the engine of Reform Judaism in North America, strengthening the communities, leaders, programs, and experiences that help people find meaning, belonging, joy, justice, and purpose through Reform Jewish values and teachings.

Through congregational partnerships, 14 overnight camps, youth and teen programs, Jewish learning opportunities, Israel engagement, leadership development, work to build communities of belonging, and the justice efforts of the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism, we help people and communities connect to Jewish life at every stage of their journey.

We believe Jewish life is strongest when it is rooted in tradition, responsive to the world around us, connected to Israel and the Jewish people, committed to justice, and expansive enough to welcome many voices, identities, and pathways into community and belonging.

Together with our congregations, camps, leaders, and partners, the URJ is building a more connected, resilient, and joyful Reform Movement, helping shape a Jewish future grounded in peace, justice, belonging, and joy.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The URJ strives to be a welcoming and inclusive environment that acknowledges diversity as a critical strength. We promote strenuous policies and practices of equal opportunity and diversity, equity, and inclusion. It is our objective to recruit, hire, and retain the most qualified individuals including those of any race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Our equal employment philosophy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, job benefits, and terminations. The URJ encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+, and other often underrepresented groups.