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Georgia Southwestern State University is a state university serving a diverse population of students, offering a range of strong undergraduate and graduate programs in a vibrant learning environment. The University is a collegial community that values collaboration and community engagement with an emphasis on faculty, staff, and student interactions. An active student body and state-of-the-art amenities enhance the learning experience on a visually appealing campus located in historic Americus, Georgia.
Georgia Southwestern State University aspires to be an engaged, progressive, and inclusive university that serves as a vibrant center of learning, culture, and economic development for Southwest Georgia and beyond.
Job Summary
The Nursing & Health Sciences Summer Camp Director is responsible for the planning, coordination, and implementation of a summer healthcare-focused camp for high school students. This role ensures a safe, engaging, and academically enriching environment that introduces participants to careers in healthcare, medical science, and public health. The Director leads curriculum development, supervises staff, manages logistics, and ensures compliance with all institutional and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
Program Leadership: Design, implement, and oversee all camp activities, schedules, and instructional sessions.
Curriculum Development: Develop hands-on, age-appropriate healthcare science lessons, labs, simulations, and career exploration activities.
Staff Supervision: Recruit, train, and supervise instructors, counselors, and volunteers.
Safety and Compliance: Ensure adherence to institutional policies, FERPA and HIPAA-related boundaries, and all safety protocols, including laboratory safety standards.
Student Engagement: Promote a positive, inclusive environment that encourages participation, teamwork, and intellectual curiosity.
Logistics Management: Coordinate facilities, scheduling, and daily camp operations.
Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for parents, staff, and community partners; provide updates and address concerns as needed.
Budget Oversight: Monitor camp funds, track expenditures, and ensure responsible stewardship of resources.
Emergency Preparedness: Maintain readiness for medical or behavioral emergencies and ensure staff are trained in appropriate response procedures.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Proposed Salary
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a dynamic environment.
Knowledge of healthcare practices, educational methodologies, and student engagement strategies.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at 229-931-2000 or by email at hr@gsw.edu.
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at 877-251-2644 or support@usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Georgia Southwestern State University, as determined by Georgia Southwestern State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check and drug screen.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southwestern State University is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the University takes affirmative action to preclude discrimination in recruiting, transferring, training and terminating of employees because of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, veterans status, disability or any other reason in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, executive orders and other regulations which prohibit discriminatory employment practices.
Other Information
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Healthcare Science Camp Director reports to the Project Coordinator and exercises direct supervision over Camp Counselors and other assigned personnel.
GUIDELINES
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
CONTACTS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
Program dates: July 13¿16, 2026.
Work includes supervision of indoor labs, outdoor activities, and potential field experiences.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for extended periods is required.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY