So You Want to Hire a Camp Director... - with Esther Eisenhard & Dan Weir - CampHacker #207

Expectations vs. Reality: The Camp Director Job Market

Join Travis Allison, Chris Hudson, Dan Weir, and Esther Eisenhard for another fantastic episode of the CampHacker podcast! This episode dives into key challenges and emerging trends in recruiting and retaining camp staff. Learn about tools and strategies to manage camp operations more effectively, improve the candidate experience, and set up your camp for success. Plus, find out about specific job openings and practical tips on hiring superstars for your camp.

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  • 02:06 Guest Introductions

  • 02:34 Dan Weir's Day Camp Community

  • 04:08 Esther's Camp Journey

  • 07:25 The Importance of Candidate Experience

  • 09:30 Challenges in Camp Recruitment

  • 14:11 The Reality of Camp Director Expectations

  • 20:35 Compensation and Living Arrangements

  • 26:09 The Need for Industry Change

  • 32:51 Salary and Job Expectations

  • 34:31 Incentives and Bonuses

  • 37:53 Streamlining the Interview Process

  • 39:57 Professionalizing Camp Roles

  • 42:57 Effective Communication in Hiring

  • 45:43 Tool of the Week

  • 56:18 Current Job Openings and Final Thoughts

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