Job Summary
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It is the mission of the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance to create an environment of educational and artistic excellence by nurturing creativity, academic integrity, and professionalism in its faculty and students. As a comprehensive performing arts school set in one of the world's finest public institutions of higher education, the School is deeply engaged in the creation, practice, scholarship, and pedagogy of music, theatre, and dance.
- We aim to provide leadership, nationally and internationally, in all three fields.
- We assert and celebrate the value of the arts to the mission of the University of Michigan.
- We serve the community, the region, and the State of Michigan through public performances, cultural resources, arts education, and outreach programs.
The School's mission is predicated on the belief that the study and practice of the performing arts depend upon a diverse community of learning in which a spirit of social responsibility and principled entrepreneurship is fostered.
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.
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.
Required Qualifications*
- 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.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Background Screening
A pre-employment background check must be conducted before a candidate may receive a firm offer of employment to a staff position at the University of Michigan.
Decision Making Process
This posting will remain open until all positions are filled. Interviews for this position will take place between February-March, 2026 and will be conducted virtually via Zoom.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.