Summer Camp Site Director – Manhattan & New Jersey | Youth Baseball Camps (NY Mets Camps) at NY Mets Camps – New York, New York

Summer Camp Site Director Manhattan & New Jersey | Youth Baseball Camps (NY Mets Camps)

Summer Camp Site Director Manhattan & New Jersey | Youth Baseball Camps (NY Mets Camps)

NY Mets Baseball & Softball Camps is hiring a Summer Camp Site Director to lead youth baseball and softball camps across Manhattan, NY and New Jersey locations during the 2026 summer season.

This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for overseeing daily camp operations, managing staff, ensuring camper safety, and delivering a top-tier youth sports experience. The Site Director serves as the on-site leader and is accountable for creating a positive, structured, and professional camp environment each day.

About the Role

NY Mets Camps provides the training, curriculum, and operational support you bring the leadership, energy, and accountability that ensure campers leave with improved skills, new friendships, and a love of the game.

You will manage a team of 10+ coaches and staff, oversee camp execution, and serve as the primary point of contact for parents and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all daily camp operations across assigned locations

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate a team of 10+ staff members

• Ensure a safe, structured, and engaging camp environment

• Execute Mets Camps operational standards and curriculum

• Run staff meetings and set daily expectations

• Communicate professionally with parents and headquarters

• Address challenges in real time with strong decision-making

• Support pre-season efforts including hiring, training, and logistics

What Were Looking For

• Experienced leader with strong communication skills

• Background managing teams in youth programs, camps, or sports settings

• Passion for working with children and developing staff

• Ability to lead with energy, structure, and accountability

• Strong problem-solving skills and situational awareness

• High level of professionalism and dependability

Schedule & Locations

This is a 5-week seasonal position (MondayFriday, ~9 hours/day)

You must be available to work at the following locations:

• July 1317: Manhattan, NY (North Meadow Ballfields)

• July 2024: West Windsor, NJ (West Windsor Little League)

• July 2731: Manhattan, NY (Heckscher Ballfields)

• August 37: North Caldwell, NJ (Liberty Field)

• August 1014: Millburn, NJ (Gero Park)

Reliable transportation is required for travel between locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ year experience managing teams or staff

• Familiarity with baseball fundamentals

• Experience working with youth (ages 413 preferred)

• Comfortable using technology for operations and communication

• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check

• Available for pre-season training and onboarding

Perks & Highlights

• Work outdoors across NYC and New Jersey all summer

• Free tickets to select New York Mets home games

• Lead a team representing a globally recognized brand

• Participate in the Mets Camps end-of-summer event at Citi Field

• Gain valuable leadership and operations experience

Interview Process

After applying, candidates can expect:

1. One-way video interview

2. 15-minute virtual interview with recruiter

3. 20-minute interview with Executive Director

4. Final hiring decision

Compensation

$1,400$1,600 per week (based on experience)