Overview Now hiring! Ready to lead the pack? Camp Grossman is looking for a Mountain Biking Specialist to take our adventure program off-road. If you love the outdoors, the sound of a clicking gear, and the thrill of helping a child conquer their first trail, we want you in the saddle! This full-time, on-site summer role is perfect for a high-energy, outdoorsy individual who is passionate about cycling and youth development. As our Mountain Biking Specialist, you’ll turn our wooded trails in Dover into a classroom for skill-building, safety, and summer joy. Guided by our Program Director and Specialist Supervisor, you will play a key role in making this a summer campers will remember. Are you ready to make an impact? Join us for an incredible experience.
JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston’s core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.

Responsibilities Plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate mountain biking sessions. You’ll teach everything from basic balance and braking for beginners to trail navigation and technical skills for older campers.
Keep the bike shop running smoothly. You’ll be responsible for basic repairs, tire pressure checks, and ensuring every helmet and bike is safe and ready for the trail.
Lead riders along miles of trails with a constant eye on safety, ensuring all campers follow trail etiquette and stay within their skill limits.
Organize, manage and maintain all equipment and supplies, regularly monitoring to ensure proper working order and safety.
Coordinate with the Program Director to order and restock supplies during summer operations, and complete end-of-season inventories for off-season ordering.
Join all staff in the parking lot in the morning and afternoon to welcome the safe arrival and departure of campers.
Role may also include planning and leading an activity, or helping with a cookout, one or two evenings (after regular camp hours) throughout the summer.

Standard staff expectations Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where everyone is valued and respected.
Actively participate as an essential team member and attend all staff meetings during or after camp as required.
Support JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration, and transformation, including through role modeling.
Enthusiastically represent the organization,



modeling excellence and achievement.
Complete all staff payroll and onboarding on time and before Orientation begins.
Complete all pre-camp asynchronous online training modules and attend all pre-camp virtual and in-person orientation sessions.
Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory responsibilities Some specialists may be assigned an assistant (or assistants); supervisory responsibilities include direction, guidance, mentorship, feedback and supervision of assistant(s) as needed.
Create/facilitate an setting where employees can achieve individual goals.
Build and maintain a positive working relationship to achieve desired outcomes and ongoing professional growth of the direct report.
Write and conduct mid-summer and end-of-summer evaluations of assistants, with concrete suggestions for growth and a recommendation for re-hire.
Uphold organizational policies and align work with the mission, vision and strategic objectives; report issues to the Specialist Supervisor or Program Director as needed.

Job details This is an outdoor camp located on beautiful, wooded property in Dover, MA. The regular camp day runs from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, for the camp season. Specialists are expected to attend 4 staff meetings on Monday afternoons and/or evenings. They may also work a Sunday Family Day on Sunday, July 26, or 1-2 evenings over the summer, depending on position, with dinners provided.
Offering great perks, including JCC Health & Fitness center access, a supportive, vibrant in-person work environment, and a starting pay rate of $16 per hour. Pay is determined by qualifications, experience and internal equity.

Orientation and scheduling notes The regular camp season runs June 29 – August 21 (option for a 9th week). Staff Orientation begins with a virtual orientation on June 14, then in-person sessions on June 24–26. Visiting Day is on Sunday, June 28 and is mandatory for all staff. Specialists may also meet 1–2 times (often virtually) in June for additional Orientation. We prefer candidates who can start Orientation Week and work the entire 8-week season but will consider quality candidates with other obligations.

About JCC Greater Boston Since 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to a vibrant, inclusive, diverse community by nurturing meaningful, lasting relationships across our network of programs. We provide valued connections, learning,



and experiences for the Jewish community and friends. Our staff enjoy working in a friendly, welcoming environment, with high management and organizational alignment scores in employee surveys.

To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.bostonjcc.org/careers/

Equal opportunity JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. We actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Education and experience High school graduates strongly preferred
Experience leading children in your subject area is a plus, but not required
Experience working in and/or attending summer camp is a plus

Skills and abilities Enjoys working with children
Models maturity and reliability with playful flexibility, patience, problem solving and collaboration
Shares Camp’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Proficient in subject area and able to translate that experience into a child-focused activity
Ability to manage situations calmly, effectively, and diplomatically
Strong desire to make a difference every day
Ability to work independently and as part of a team with strong relationship-building skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills, able to juggle multiple tasks
Self-starter who takes initiative
Strong interpersonal and active listening skills

Physical requirements Must be able to work on-site in Dover, MA
Navigate 70 acres of rugged, uneven campgrounds independently
Comfortable working outdoors or indoors without air conditioning
Ability to work in a busy, dynamic environment with multiple tasks
Able to lift and carry objects up to 30-40 pounds
Able to sit and kneel; interact with children at eye level

ADA statement Individuals must possess these criteria or be able to demonstrate they can perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits JCC Greater Boston offers generous benefits; seasonal employees access to fitness, recreation, and wellness facilities. Perks include use of the Fitness Center during active seasonal employment and free or discounted Camp Grossman enrollment for employees' children during the weeks worked. Benefits are subject to change.

Great place to work Our culture is built on our values and mission, with staff reporting high engagement and pride in working for the JCC. For more about working with us, visit the careers page above.

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📌 Mountain Biking Specialist, Camp Grossman, Summer Day Camp 2026 (Newfoundland and Labrador)
🏢 JCC Greater Boston
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