National Ramah Commission
Overview
POSITION:
Program Director, Ramah Day Camp Los Angeles
ORGANIZATION:
Camp Ramah in California
EMPLOYMENT:
Full-time, year-round
LOCATION:
September - May: Local candidates will work on a hybrid basis in our Los Angeles offices. Position is open to candidates outside of the Los Angeles area working remotely.
June - August:
Candidate must be on-site in West Hills, California.
REPORTS TO:
Day Camp Director
About Ramah Day Camp LA: Ramah Day Camp LA, founded in 2024, offers a six-week, dynamic, and enriching Jewish summer experience for children entering kindergarten through 5th grade. Our program blends joyful Jewish living, creative exploration, and a deep sense of community. We are seeking a passionate, organized, and visionary Camp Director to guide our growing camp, shaping and implementing engaging programs that inspire campers, empower staff, and build lasting connections among families.
Position Overview : The Ramah Day Camp LA Program Director works closely with the Day Camp Director and the Ramah year-round professional team to lead and implement all aspects of our summer program. The Program Director oversees program planning; summer staff hiring, training, and supervision; camper and staff recruitment; and year-round camp communications. We are looking for a leader who is innovative, collaborative, deeply committed to Jewish education, and thrives in a high-energy, mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
Creation, organization, and implementation of the summer programmatic calendar:
Build, execute, and monitor daily calendar and schedule
Develop and implement programming for all special theme days and trips
Ensure all programs and activities are developmentally appropriate, inclusive, and infused with Jewish values and rituals
Continue to advance the arc of experience for campers by adding new programmatic activities and opportunities as camp grows, including but not limited to specialist areas, trips, guest educators, and other national Ramah day camp initiatives
Oversee program supply purchasing and maintain program-related budgets
Manage staff recruitment, hiring, training, and supervision:
Lead recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of summer staff, including counselors, unit heads, specialists, and mishlachat (Israeli emissaries)
Create marketing strategies and materials for staff recruitment
Directly supervise Ramah interns/fellows during the off-season
Directly supervise unit heads, counselors, and summer specialists
Assist the Day Camp Director with supervision of Tikvah (inclusion) staff
Plan and execute Staff Week schedule and training, with year-round team support
Coordinate ongoing staff development throughout the summer
Coordinate end-of-summer staff evaluations and surveys
Manage camper recruitment process, including:
Develop and manage a comprehensive camper recruitment calendar and outreach plan
Represent Ramah Day Camp LA at local schools, synagogues, and community camp fairs/open houses/partnership programs
Work with Ramah year-round team to maximize cross-departmental recruitment strategies
Create marketing strategies and materials to be used in camper recruitment
Grow organizational partnerships to strengthen enrollment pipelines
Coordinate communications with staff and families in partnership with Ramah year-round team
Manage social media channels
Create content for year-round digital communications
Ensure all communications lists are accurate and up to date
Work with year-round team to ensure timely delivery of communications to families and staff
Support enrollment efforts in partnership with Day Camp Director and Ramah year-round team including forms review and camper intake
Create, implement, and staff innovative year-round family programming (e.g., havdalah, Kabbalat Shabbat, family camp, etc) in collaboration with local partners
Other responsibilities as needed to support the broader Ramah Camp mission
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; background in education, Jewish studies, outdoor education, nonprofit management, or related fields preferred
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in program development, camp leadership, or youth education
Proven leadership, organizational, and supervisory skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, especially with young adults and children
Ability to be a self-starter with strong work ethic and excellent multitasking skills
Comfort in working on multiple technology platforms, including social media platforms, as well as ability to quickly learn new technology applications
Passion for Jewish life and Jewish values
History of participation in the Ramah camping movement and Hebrew knowledge are a plus
Must be present for the full summer season and have the ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends throughout the year. This may include weekends or events at our Ojai campus.
Candidates Must
Be fingerprinted and undergo background check once hired
Be certified (or willing to become certified) in CPR Pro and Advanced First Aid
Salary and Benefits
$70,000-$72,000; commensurate with experience
Competitive and comprehensive compensation package, including: 403b, group health coverage, life and long term disability insurance, and sick and vacation time
Warm, mission-driven work environment
To Apply Please fill out this form and upload your resume here. Tell us why you’re interested in working with Ramah Day Camp LA, a little about yourself, and the skills you’ll bring to camp. (Video cover letters are also welcome, if that’s more your speed.) Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis; we anticipate a start date no later than December 1, 2025.
Ramah is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability.
Please note that being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.
Camp Ramah is an American Camp Association-accredited, coeducational, residential summer camp affiliated with the Conservative Movement and National Ramah Commission and operates under the educational auspices of the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies at American Jewish University.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
Industries
Religious Institutions
To apply and learn more about other Ramah opportunities, visit the Ramah network postings. This description has been refined for clarity and formatting compliance.
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Program Director, Ramah Day Camp Los Angeles
ORGANIZATION:
Camp Ramah in California
EMPLOYMENT:
Full-time, year-round
LOCATION:
September - May: Local candidates will work on a hybrid basis in our Los Angeles offices. Position is open to candidates outside of the Los Angeles area working remotely.
June - August:
Candidate must be on-site in West Hills, California.
REPORTS TO:
Day Camp Director
About Ramah Day Camp LA: Ramah Day Camp LA, founded in 2024, offers a six-week, dynamic, and enriching Jewish summer experience for children entering kindergarten through 5th grade. Our program blends joyful Jewish living, creative exploration, and a deep sense of community. We are seeking a passionate, organized, and visionary Camp Director to guide our growing camp, shaping and implementing engaging programs that inspire campers, empower staff, and build lasting connections among families.
Position Overview : The Ramah Day Camp LA Program Director works closely with the Day Camp Director and the Ramah year-round professional team to lead and implement all aspects of our summer program. The Program Director oversees program planning; summer staff hiring, training, and supervision; camper and staff recruitment; and year-round camp communications. We are looking for a leader who is innovative, collaborative, deeply committed to Jewish education, and thrives in a high-energy, mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
Creation, organization, and implementation of the summer programmatic calendar:
Build, execute, and monitor daily calendar and schedule
Develop and implement programming for all special theme days and trips
Ensure all programs and activities are developmentally appropriate, inclusive, and infused with Jewish values and rituals
Continue to advance the arc of experience for campers by adding new programmatic activities and opportunities as camp grows, including but not limited to specialist areas, trips, guest educators, and other national Ramah day camp initiatives
Oversee program supply purchasing and maintain program-related budgets
Manage staff recruitment, hiring, training, and supervision:
Lead recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of summer staff, including counselors, unit heads, specialists, and mishlachat (Israeli emissaries)
Create marketing strategies and materials for staff recruitment
Directly supervise Ramah interns/fellows during the off-season
Directly supervise unit heads, counselors, and summer specialists
Assist the Day Camp Director with supervision of Tikvah (inclusion) staff
Plan and execute Staff Week schedule and training, with year-round team support
Coordinate ongoing staff development throughout the summer
Coordinate end-of-summer staff evaluations and surveys
Manage camper recruitment process, including:
Develop and manage a comprehensive camper recruitment calendar and outreach plan
Represent Ramah Day Camp LA at local schools, synagogues, and community camp fairs/open houses/partnership programs
Work with Ramah year-round team to maximize cross-departmental recruitment strategies
Create marketing strategies and materials to be used in camper recruitment
Grow organizational partnerships to strengthen enrollment pipelines
Coordinate communications with staff and families in partnership with Ramah year-round team
Manage social media channels
Create content for year-round digital communications
Ensure all communications lists are accurate and up to date
Work with year-round team to ensure timely delivery of communications to families and staff
Support enrollment efforts in partnership with Day Camp Director and Ramah year-round team including forms review and camper intake
Create, implement, and staff innovative year-round family programming (e.g., havdalah, Kabbalat Shabbat, family camp, etc) in collaboration with local partners
Other responsibilities as needed to support the broader Ramah Camp mission
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; background in education, Jewish studies, outdoor education, nonprofit management, or related fields preferred
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in program development, camp leadership, or youth education
Proven leadership, organizational, and supervisory skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, especially with young adults and children
Ability to be a self-starter with strong work ethic and excellent multitasking skills
Comfort in working on multiple technology platforms, including social media platforms, as well as ability to quickly learn new technology applications
Passion for Jewish life and Jewish values
History of participation in the Ramah camping movement and Hebrew knowledge are a plus
Must be present for the full summer season and have the ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends throughout the year. This may include weekends or events at our Ojai campus.
Candidates Must
Be fingerprinted and undergo background check once hired
Be certified (or willing to become certified) in CPR Pro and Advanced First Aid
Salary and Benefits
$70,000-$72,000; commensurate with experience
Competitive and comprehensive compensation package, including: 403b, group health coverage, life and long term disability insurance, and sick and vacation time
Warm, mission-driven work environment
To Apply Please fill out this form and upload your resume here. Tell us why you’re interested in working with Ramah Day Camp LA, a little about yourself, and the skills you’ll bring to camp. (Video cover letters are also welcome, if that’s more your speed.) Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis; we anticipate a start date no later than December 1, 2025.
Ramah is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability.
Please note that being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.
Camp Ramah is an American Camp Association-accredited, coeducational, residential summer camp affiliated with the Conservative Movement and National Ramah Commission and operates under the educational auspices of the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies at American Jewish University.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
Industries
Religious Institutions
To apply and learn more about other Ramah opportunities, visit the Ramah network postings. This description has been refined for clarity and formatting compliance.
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