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Assistant Director, Camp George
- Job Title
- Assistant Director, Camp George
- Description
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Assistant Director, Camp George
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 – Camp George
Reporting to: Camp Director
Start Date: December 1, 2026
Salary Range: CAD $65,000 - $70,000 plus competitive benefits package
The Role
At URJ Camp George, camp is more than a summer experience. It is a place where young people build lasting friendships, discover their strengths, explore their Jewish identities, and find a community where they belong. The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) seeks an Assistant Director to create meaningful camp experiences, develop young Jewish leaders, and strengthen connections between Camp George, NFTY, and Reform Jewish communities across Central Canada. In this role, you will help shape the camp experience through engaging programs, thoughtful planning, and strong seasonal staff recruitment and development. Throughout the year, you will also serve as NFTY's Central Canada Regional Mentor, supporting teen leaders, strengthening congregational relationships, and creating opportunities for young people to connect, lead, and build community. Working closely with the Camp Director, NFTY colleagues, and the broader camp team, you will contribute to a welcoming, well-run camp and a vibrant year-round community where young people can grow, lead, and belong.
What You Will Do
Camp Programming, Teen Leadership & year-round Engagement
Create meaningful experiences that help young people grow as leaders, deepen their Jewish identities, and build lasting connections to Camp George and the Reform Movement.
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Lead the development, coordination, and evaluation of camp programming and specialty areas, ensuring engaging, inclusive experiences that support camper growth and belonging.
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Coordinate camp-wide schedules, staffing, and resources to create a cohesive, high-quality camp experience.
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Strengthen teen leadership development through a CIT curriculum aligned with NFTY priorities, connecting summer experiences with year-round leadership opportunities.
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Mentor and support NFTY's Central Canada Regional Board, helping teen leaders develop confidence, strengthen their leadership skills, and create meaningful opportunities for peer engagement.
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Strengthen regional teen engagement by building relationships with congregations, youth professionals, and community partners, supporting teen-led initiatives and connecting young people to Reform Jewish experiences.
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Support NFTY regional gatherings, leadership experiences, and year-round programming that foster belonging, deepen Jewish identity, and sustain connections among teens.
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Grow teen participation in Camp George and NFTY by creating stronger pathways between camp, congregations, and year-round youth engagement.
Seasonal Staff Recruitment & Development
Build a talented, prepared, and connected staff team that brings Camp George's mission to life.
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Attract and hire a strong seasonal staff team through effective recruitment, selection, and coordination with domestic and international staffing partners.
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Create a welcoming and organized onboarding experience that prepares staff for success and ensures timely completion of employment requirements.
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Strengthen staff effectiveness and retention through meaningful training, ongoing support, clear communication, and year-round engagement opportunities.
Camp Operations & Facilities
Support safe, welcoming, and well-run camp and retreat experiences.
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Help ensure smooth daily operations by coordinating across programs, staff, and facilities and responding to emerging needs.
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Support successful retreat experiences through effective communication, planning, and coordination with the camp team.
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Partner with the Camp Director and facilities staff to address operational priorities and support improvement projects, including the temporary dining space rebuild.
Who You Are
You are a collaborative, organized, and relationship-driven camp professional who believes in the power of Jewish camp and youth leadership to shape lives and strengthen communities. You enjoy working with teens, creating meaningful experiences, and helping young people discover their strengths and grow as leaders. You bring creativity, care, and strong follow-through to your work. You are comfortable balancing multiple priorities, building relationships across communities, and stepping in wherever needed. Above all, you are committed to creating inclusive Jewish spaces where young people feel empowered, connected, and valued.
Keys to Success (the must-haves)
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Passionate About Jewish Youth & Leadership: You believe in the transformative power of Jewish camp and youth experiences and are motivated to help teens develop confidence, leadership skills, Jewish identity, and a lasting connection to Reform Jewish life.
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Skilled Mentor & Relationship Builder: You build trusting relationships with teens, staff, families, and community partners. You know how to coach and empower young leaders while creating space for their voices and ideas.
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Creative and Intentional Program Leader: You develop engaging experiences that respond to participants' interests, encourage growth, and strengthen community.
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Organized and Dependable: You manage schedules, recruitment processes, and competing priorities with attention to detail, accountability, and strong follow-through.
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Collaborative and Adaptable: You work effectively across teams, navigate changing needs, and approach challenges with creativity, sound judgment, and a willingness to pitch in.
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Committed to Inclusion & Belonging: You create welcoming environments that reflect Reform Jewish values and ensure young people from diverse backgrounds and identities feel respected, supported, and empowered to participate.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
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At least 2 years of experience in camp programming, youth development, experiential education, or a related field.
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Experience mentoring teens, supporting youth leadership, or facilitating educational and community-building experiences.
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Experience planning and coordinating programs and supervising or supporting staff.
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Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively.
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Familiarity with Jewish camp, Jewish youth programming, or Reform Jewish communal life.
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Ability to work on-site at Camp George throughout the summer, travel within Central Canada, and attend approximately three weekend NFTY regional gatherings annually.
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Ability to meet applicable Canadian employment and camp safety requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience working at a residential summer camp.
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Familiarity with NFTY, Reform Judaism, or teen-led youth movements.
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Experience recruiting, onboarding, or training seasonal staff.
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Experience developing leadership curricula or experiential learning programs.
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Experience building relationships with congregations, youth professionals, or community organizations.
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Familiarity with Canadian camp operations or international staff recruitment.
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.
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