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Summer Assistant Director, 6 Points Creative Arts Academy
- Job Title
- Summer Assistant Director, 6 Points Creative Arts Academy
- Work Hybrid
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- Description
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Summer Assistant Director, 6 Points Creative Arts Academy
Location: Remote during the year; On-site at 6 Points Creative Arts Academy during the summer
Organization: Union for Reform Judaism (URJ)
Department: Camps & Immersives - 6 Points Creative Arts Academy
Reporting to: Camp Director
Employment Type: Seasonal Leadership Role with Year-Round Responsibilities
Year Round Comp: $600-$750/week ($30/hour) – Dates: ASAP through May 31, 2026
Summer Comp: $10,000 – Dates: June 1 – August 7, 2026
The Role
The Union for Reform Judaism’s (URJ) 6 Points Creative Arts Academy seeks a dynamic, relational, and operationally strong Summer Assistant Director to help shape a transformative creative arts camp experience and deepen year-round engagement with campers, families, and staff. This position follows a seasonal leadership model. During the program year, the Assistant Director works on a reduced schedule focused on recruitment, communications, relationship cultivation, and operational preparation. During the summer season, the role transitions to a full-time, on-site leadership position, providing hands-on oversight of camp life and daily operations. As a key member of the leadership team, the Assistant Director advances the Union for Reform Judaism’s mission to build communities of belonging that nurture confidence and character in young people. Through immersive creative arts and Jewish experiences, we inspire campers and staff to grow as leaders of self and others and pursue lifelong engagement in Jewish life.
About 6 Points Creative Arts Academy (CAA)
CAA offers magical summers experiences where young people from all backgrounds—including Campers of Color, LGBTQ+ campers, campers with disabilities, and others from underrepresented communities—can grow, connect, and thrive. We are committed to creating inclusive, transformative experiences where every camper and staff member feels valued, supported, and inspired.What You Will Do
Program Year Responsibilities (20-25 hours per week)
Recruitment and Community Engagement
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Support camper and staff recruitment through outreach, relationship building, and community engagement initiatives.
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Serve as a relationship manager for congregations and community partners to promote CAA experience.
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Guide prospective and returning families through enrollment and onboarding with warmth, clarity, and responsiveness.
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Lead conversations with families regarding individual needs and accommodations to ensure an inclusive and welcoming experience.
Communications and Storytelling
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Share and amplify CAA’s story through integrated communications, including email campaigns, social media, website content, video, and print materials.
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Manage CRM and email marketing systems, including Salesforce and Marketing Cloud, ensuring data accuracy and effective outreach.
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Partner with URJ colleagues to align communications with broader engagement and fundraising priorities.
Operational Preparation
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Support summer hiring processes and staff onboarding logistics.
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Help design and implement staff training plans, including pre-camp orientation.
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Assist with purchasing, inventory management, vendor coordination, and overall summer readiness.
Summer Responsibilities (Full-Time, On-Site)
Lead and Oversee Camp Life
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Provide visible, hands-on leadership to cultivate a safe, inclusive, and creatively vibrant camp environment.
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Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure an exceptional camper and staff experience.
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Support implementation of high-quality creative arts programming grounded in URJ values.
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Respond to complex situations with sound judgment, professionalism, and care.
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Build meaningful relationships with campers, families, staff, alumni, and donors.
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Foster a culture where every individual feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Supervise and Develop Staff
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Supervise, mentor, and coach assigned summer staff.
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Partner in delivering comprehensive staff training and ongoing performance support.
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Model collaborative, accountable, and values-driven leadership.
Who You Are
You are a relational, organized, and mission-driven leader who believes in the transformative power of creative arts and Jewish camp. You thrive in a role that blends year-round planning and engagement with visible, hands-on summer leadership.
Keys to Success
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You build strong relationships. You communicate with warmth and clarity, earning trust with families, staff, campers, and partners.
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You are operationally strong. You manage details, systems, and logistics with consistency and follow-through, creating structure that supports excellence.
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You lead with presence. During the summer, you are visible, steady, and responsive, navigating complex situations with sound judgment and care.
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You develop people. You mentor and coach staff with accountability and encouragement, fostering growth and shared leadership.
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You champion belonging. You proactively create inclusive environments where every camper and staff member feels seen, valued, and supported.
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You are inspired by the mission. You care deeply about youth development, Jewish community, and empowering young people to grow as confident leaders.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in education, youth development, nonprofit leadership, communications, or a related field.
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Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities across seasons.
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Experience in recruitment, family engagement, or customer service preferred.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to work a 20 to 25 hour schedule during the program year and full-time, on-site during the summer season.
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Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed, particularly during peak recruitment periods and the summer.
About Us
Every team member at the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) plays an essential role in our mission to create a whole, just, and compassionate world. Our team is creative, thoughtful, and innovative. Each member of the team is empowered to make meaningful contributions to achieving our shared goals. Our diverse team is made up of individuals with different skills and backgrounds and every team member is willing to take risks as well as take action to develop and create big ideas for the future of the Reform Movement. While this position focuses on a particular area of work, every team member is a vital part of our overall success.
The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) provides vision and voice to build strong communities that, together, transform the way people connect to Judaism and change the world. We acknowledge that due to racism, ableism, homophobia, and other forms of oppression, that our communities are not whole until everyone experiences a sense of belonging within the Jewish community. As the largest Jewish movement in North America, we stand for a Judaism that is inclusive and reflective of a wide range of identities and accept the responsibility of dismantling oppression both inside and outside of our communities. Through camping, youth experiences, programs, information sharing, and networking opportunities, our over 850 congregations and 14 residential camps create opportunities for our communities to enhance their capacity to build and expand community, engage in meaningful and authentic Jewish life, deepen Jewish learning, energize worship, pursue social justice and develop inspired leadership. Together, our employees and stakeholders, are creating Reform Judaism of today.
Application Process
Apply online and include a one-page cover letter along with your resume, outlining your skills and experience and how you meet the essential functions and qualifications of the position. We look forward to hearing from you!
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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