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Job ID 74582
Job Funding Source Non-Work-Study
Employer Music, Theater & Dance, School of
Category Office
Job Description

MPulse Summer Performing Arts Institutes

Employment Opportunity: Camp Director

 

The MPulse Camp Director is a temporary seasonal position that oversees daytime operations of the MPulse Summer Performing Arts Institutes at the University of Michigan, School of Music, Theatre & Dance. The MPulse Camp Director is the point of contact for all participants and will provide logistical services for MPulse students and parents, faculty, and Resident Life Staff. The Camp Director coordinates with the Assistant Camp Director on a daily basis to ensure a seamless handling of day-to-day operations. 

 

Full Time On or Off Campus: May 18 – June 5, 2026

Full Time On-Campus: June 8 – August 1, 2026 

Compensation: $13,000

  • $13,000 paid in 8 even payments, bi-weekly from May through August

  • The Camp Director will be afforded 4 days off during the duration of the MPulse Program.

Reports to: 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.

 

Positions Responsibilities:

Programmatic

  • Assist with communications to parents and students prior to the start of MPulse programs.

  • Lead and organize all parent and participant welcome meetings.

  • Collect and follow up as needed for any completed incident reports.

  • Communicate with MPulse Program Manager and parents regarding any behavioral issues involving participants

  • Monitor crisis management plan, including emergency procedures.

  • Monitor and report about student safety, and safety procedures related to the complete supervision of participants and staff.

  • Field questions and concerns from faculty and staff regarding MPulse participants and program logistics.

  • In collaboration with the Assistant Camp Director, prepare and conduct pre-camp and in-service training of the counseling team.

  • Oversee shuttle service day of, to and from campus.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Personnel Management

  • Supervise daily meetings with camp staff.

  • Recommend to MPulse Program Manager or E&O Director any temporary staff disciplinary procedures in conjunction with the Assistant Camp Director.

  • Organize daily counselor schedules.

  • Approve or deny temporary staff time off requests.

  • 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.

Educational Value

Working with MPulse is a great experience for those who have a passion for mentorship and collaboration with others in the arts. Being a counselor for MPulse is a great way for those interested in education to get experience leading a large group of high school age students. The position allows SMTD students to be surrounded and work with U-M Faculty and Guest Artists throughout the summer and attend performances and workshops with MPulse participants. We structure their schedule so counselors have the freedom to practice and continue their own studies while earning money and living on campus free of charge.

Job Requirements
  • A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.

  • 2 years of prior camp, campus life experience or leadership experience.

  • Experience working effectively with different communities and cultures; experience working directly with faculty, staff and students.

  • Staff supervision experience.

Hourly Rate $15.00/hour to $20.00/hour
Hours 10.0 to 29.0 hours per week
Time Frame Spring/Summer
Start Date Monday, May 18, 2026
End Date Saturday, August 1, 2026
Primary Contact Garrett Birk
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Work Location School of Music, Theatre, and Dance - North Campus
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