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Fresh Air Camps | Hudson Valley, NY | June 5, to August 16, 2025 Role Overview Fresh Air Camps is seeking experienced leaders to serve as Program Directors at our six summ er camps in the Hudson Valley, NY. Program Directors play a critical role in the camp community by managing the day-to-day operations of specific camper programs, supervising a staff of 10-15, and organizing activities. Reporting to the Camp Director, this position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with prior camp experience to take on a leadership role and support the success of the camp program. This position requires living onsite at camp from June 5 to August 16, 2025, semi-private adult housing provided. Compensation for this role is $3,300 to $3,800 for the summer. Fresh Air Camps have multiple Program Director positions available to support the variety of programs offered at camp. Directors are expected to attend up to 20 hours of virtual or in-person pre-camp training sessions. Teen Program Director | Lead the Teen Leadership Program (ages 13–17) at either Camp ABC, Camp Tommy, and Camp Junior. The Teen Program Director oversees the Teen Leadership Program, creating a supportive and enriching environment where campers can focus on personal development and future goals. This role is responsible for scheduling and coordinating all program events, ensuring the curriculum is delivered at a high level in collaboration with the Program Director. Director of Specialists | Lead the program experience by managing specialists and camp schedules. The Director of Specialists supports the overall management of camp by overseeing day-to-day programming, supervising specialist staff, coordinating camp schedules, and assisting with administrative operations. This role ensures campers receive high-quality experiential education throughout their encampment. Ideal for candidates with prior camp experience, this position offers a deeper look into the inner workings of camp leadership and program design. CIT Director | Mentor the next generation of camp leaders through training and hands-on guidance. The CIT Director leads a group of 6–12 Counselors-in-Training, providing mentorship as they prepare for future roles on camp staff. In partnership with CIT Counselors, the CIT Director helps plan and deliver the summer CIT schedule, facilitates daily training sessions, and supports ongoing camper development. This role includes communicating with parents, overseeing evaluations, supervising activities, and serving as a key liaison to the Summer Director and leadership team. Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years old by the start of camp (June 27). 3+ years of college or equivalent preferred; college graduates strongly preferred. Experience as a counselor or staff member in a residential camp setting. Commitment to work and live onsite at camp for the entire summer season (June 5 to August 16, 2025). Prior supervisory experience required. Compensation for this role is $3,300 to $3,800 for the summer. All meals and semi-private adult housing provided during camp. How to Apply Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews are held virtually by our Camp Directors. Discover Fresh Air Camps Since 1877, Fresh Air Fund Camps have opened new doors for over 1.8 million children, offering transformative summer programs and year-round leadership opportunities. Our six residential camps are located in the beautiful Hudson Valley, offering a stunning natural setting for exploration and growth. Each camp provides unique programming tailored to different age groups and interests, from outdoor adventure to arts and sciences, creating an enriching environment for both campers and staff. Learn more about Fresh Air Camps: www.freshair.org/learn-about-our-camps/ Diversity & Inclusion Statement The Fresh Air Fund is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and fostering a diverse staff. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, orientations, and communities to apply Will you be 18 years or older by June 27, 2025? Please note that all staff must be at least 18 by the time camp begins. If you are 16 or 17, please visit our website for more information about our programs for 16 & 17-year-olds. * Are you authorized to work lawfully in the United States?

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(Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment.) * Do you require sponsorship to work in the United States? (now or in the future) * Are you able to commit to living and working at camp for the full summer, from the first week of June 5 - August 16th? * What excites you most about working at camp? * To give us a snapshot of your background, describe your residential camp experience in a couple of sentences, highlighting any leadership roles or times you took on leadership responsibilities. * Which Program Director roles are you interested in? *

Teen Program Director | Teen Leadership Program (ages 13–17 ) focused on personal development and future goals Director of Specialists | Day-to-day programming, supervising specialist staff, coordinating schedules, and assisting with operations. CIT Director | Leads a group of 6–12 Counselors-in-Training, providing mentorship as they prepare for future roles on camp staff. Which Fresh Air Camp do you want to work at? Explore the 6 camps: https://freshair.org/learn-about-our-camps/ * Have you been previously employed by The Fresh Air Fund before? If so, what was your position? Did you participate in The Fresh Air Fund as a child (while you were under the age of 18)? If so, which programs did you participate in? Please provide details on how you heard about The Fresh Air Fund (name of person or organization that referred you, which website, etc). I consent to be contacted over SMS/Text for this job.

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