MPulse Summer Performing Arts Institutes - Assistant Camp Director The MPulse Assistant Camp Director is a temporary seasonal position that oversees the evening and weekend operations of the MPulse Summer Performing Arts Institutes at the University of Michigan, School of Music, Theatre & Dance. The MPulse Assistant Camp Director has direct contact with MPulse participants, parents, faculty and Residence Life Staff, and is the emergency contact for students and parents during evening/overnight hours. The Assistant Camp Director coordinates with the Camp Director on a daily basis to ensure a seamless handling of day-to-day operations. The Assistant Camp Director is required to reside in the dormitory in a private room with a private bathroom, and will be given 4 nights-off (24 hours) throughout the duration of the program. Full Time On or Off Campus: May 27 - June 8, 2025 Full Time On-Campus: June 9 – July 26, 2025 (Living on Campus) Compensation: $10,000 plus room, board & parking Reports to: MPulse Camp Director / MPulse Program Manager and Engagement & Outreach Administrative Staff. Interview Timeline: This posting will remain open until all positions are filled. Interviews for this position will take place between February-March, 2025 and will be conducted virtually via Zoom. Programmatic: Prepare and conduct pre-camp and in-service staff training in partnership with the MPulse Program Manager and Director of Engagement & Outreach. In collaboration with the Camp Director and MPulse Program Manager, develop a detailed schedule which includes campus life activities both at SMTD and with organizations outside SMTD, including the required transportation. Prepare and manage the placement of appropriate signage in the dormitory and outdoors. Post-program, supervise and ensure the clean-up of MPulse supplies and materials in Residence Halls: Dispose of all trash. Ensure all MPulse materials are removed. Collect all indoor and outdoor directional signs. Collect all recycled materials and other donated items. Store all supplies and equipment in the Youth and Adult Program Offices. Provide a written and electronic inventory of all supplies and equipment stored. Collect and return all required housing badges and/or forms.
Supervise evening operations of the program, including daily meeting with camp staff. Be present for and supervise program move-in & move-out in the residence hall on Saturdays and Sundays as detailed by the schedule. Communicate with U-M Housing Staff to ensure student keys are properly assigned and functional. Monitor crisis management plan, including emergency procedures. Monitor and report about student safety, and safety procedures related to the complete supervision of campers and staff. Oversee shuttle service day of, to and from campus, and all check-in procedures. Collect and maintain records for any completed incident or accident reports. Communicate with the Camp Director regarding any behavioral interventions involving campers or staff. Reside in U-M residence hall at all times unless approved by camp leadership. Other duties as assigned.
Personnel Management Provide on-going leadership and support to counseling staff. Supervision of counseling staff on weekends and evenings. Inform Camp Director and MPulse Program Manager of concerns regarding temporary staff. Inform Camp Director of requested time off for counselors. Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with parents, participants, counselors, MPulse faculty and staff, and U-M Housing staff. Provide coverage in the event of a counselor's inability to perform their duties. Defers to Camp Director and E&O Administrative Staff for all policy decisions.
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