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The Savannah Country Day School is seeking an Assistant Director of Auxiliary Programs. This full-time position works a 12-month schedule and is responsible for assisting in the coordination of all aspects of Auxiliary Programs at SCDS.  This includes after-school programs offered during the academic year and summer programs. This role reports to the Director of Auxiliary Programs and works closely with the Auxiliary Programs staff. Typical schedule is Monday through Friday; some occasional evening/weekend hours may be required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under general to limited supervision of the Director of Auxiliary Programs, the Assistant Director is responsible for or assists the Director with the following duties:

• Assists in all aspects of coordination, implementation, and administration of school-year and summer camp programs.
• Aids in program development/content and identifying staffing needs.
• Coordinates program and staff scheduling, logistics, student registration and payment, and vendor management.
• Communicates with parents and vendors, including answering questions, enforcing policies, and handling complaints and feedback.
• Performs administrative tasks, including ensuring documentation is complete for vendors, insurance, and HR purposes.
• Supervises extended day and summer day camp staff. Ensures staff is operating efficiently and observing all policies.
• Maintains program supplies and equipment.  Ensures supplies are properly stocked and organized, including staff technology devices, medical supplies, snacks, etc.
• Tracks program attendance.
• Assists with daily carpool duties.
• Executes daily program activities, including coordination of contingency and rain plans.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent oral and written communication skills to work effectively with a broad audience (e.g., students, colleagues, parents, and vendors)
• Problem-solving skills to recognize potential issues and apply established procedures to resolve concerns that may arise.
• Ability to use independent judgment and work effectively under limited supervision.
• Demonstrates initiative, anticipating needs and taking appropriate action without being asked.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Ability to occasionally work beyond 40 hours per week, to include occasional evening/weekend hours.
• Duties are performed in various campus buildings and outdoors.  Exposure to heat, cold, or inclement weather is possible.  
• Intermittent sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, pushing, pulling, and lifting required.   
• Regularly lifts and carries lightweight objects, including boxes up to 15 pounds.
• Candidates must pass a criminal background check.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree and two (2) years’ experience working in a summer camp, childcare or academic environment.  NOTE: Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Proficiency in CampBrain or similar software platforms for program scheduling, registration, payment, and communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and email communications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree

• Experience as a supervisor or leader in a summer camp or educational environment.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Patricia Sanchez, psanchez@savcds.org

About The Savannah Country Day School

Savannah Country Day School is an Early Childhood–Grade 12 co-educational day school of about 900 students. The school is one of the strongest in the Southeast. Our students go on from SCDS to excel at colleges all over the country. Founded in 1955, the school sits on a beautiful 65-acre campus with numerous classroom buildings, several playing fields, three gymnasiums, and two state-of-the-art libraries. The campus culture is informal and relaxed, but expectations of students are high in all areas. Besides a strong academic program, the school has very strong programs in the fine arts, athletics, and service learning.

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