Camp Outdoor Skills/Camping Specialist - Camp Walter Johnson

The Salvation Army International; Denton (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an established camp where you will coordinate outdoor skills and camping activities for children and teens. This role is not just about earning an income; it's about making a lasting impact on young lives through fun and engaging outdoor experiences. You will lead programs that teach essential skills such as orienteering, fire building, and outdoor cooking, all while ensuring a safe and supportive environment. If you're passionate about the outdoors and eager to foster personal growth in youth, this position offers a unique opportunity to be part of something greater, enriching lives in a meaningful way.

Benefits

Invaluable Job Experience

Friendship Building

Impactful Work

Meals Provided

Qualifications

• 2+ years in outdoor/camping activities preferred.
• CPR and First Aid Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Create outdoor skills programs for campers.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed by campers and staff.
• Maintain outdoor skills equipment and supplies.

Skills

Outdoor Skills Coordination

Safety Management

Team Collaboration

Training and Development

Education

Experience in Outdoor/Camping Activities

CPR and First Aid Certification

Tools

Camping Equipment

Safety Equipment

Job description

Camp Outdoor Skills/Camping Specialist - Camp Walter Johnson 474 Walter Johnson Rd, Denton, NC 27239, USA Req #34053 Tuesday, January 7, 2025

Location: Camp Walter Johnson, Denton, NC

Position Type: Temporary Full-Time - Overnight Residential

Pay Range: $350.00 per week.

About this opportunity:

Coordinates outdoor skills/camping activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the campers’ age and abilities. Assist in the management of the outdoor skills equipment and supplies.

Key Responsibilities

• Creates outdoor skills programs for campers including safety in the outdoors, orienteering, nature exploration, fire building, outdoor cooking, and other camp craft skills.
• Performs all duties in accordance with prescribed regulatory compliance guidelines as well as American Camp Association accreditation standards.
• Delivers outdoor skills programs that ensure production of varied projects for campers.
• Trains other staff in their responsibilities in the outdoor skills program area.
• Ensures campers and staff follow safety procedures.
• Conducts daily check of area and equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair.
• Maintains the outdoor skills equipment including cook stoves, tents, compasses, and other camping equipment.
• Ensures the security of the outdoor skills equipment and supplies including clear inventory and planning for replacement of supplies in a timely manner.
• Participates enthusiastically as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights, and other all-camp activities and camp functions.
• Sits with camper tables during meals and serves as a table monitor when needed.
• Keeps personal living quarters neat, clean, and ready for inspection.
• Be available to participate and assist with camp programs and activities as directed by the Camp Director.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for in you:

• Two years’ experience in outdoor/camping activities preferred, or
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications

• CPR and First Aid Certification

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Some physical requirements of the Camp Outdoor Skills/Camping Specialist position could be endurance including climbing, standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate activities are required. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Have a willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering a program in the facility available. Operate with daily exposure to the sun and heat and varying environmental conditions.

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Why work for us:

Since 1907, The Salvation Army has been operating camp programs across the southeast region of the United States. Today, The Salvation Army has eight camps in the South and over 40 across the country. Working at a Salvation Army camp isn’t like other jobs. You will earn an income, you will receive invaluable job experience, and you will make friendships that will last you a lifetime – but, unlike most other summer jobs, you will also powerfully impact the life of a child or teen for the better. At Salvation Army camps, disadvantaged kids (in particular) have three square meals a day, have the opportunity to further develop social skills, learn creation care, feel valued, and encounter God’s love. You will never regret saying “yes” to camp this summer. Apply for a Salvation Army camp and be part of something bigger than yourself: making lives better in Jesus’ name.

Additional Information:

Camp Staff Orientation will be held June 10-15, 2025, and participation is required. The 2025 Summer Camp Program will be held June 16, 2025 – July 19, 2025. If you are unable to work the entire program session, please let us know on your application.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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Application Submittal Period: January 7, 2025 – May 6, 2025

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

• Job Family NSC-NON-EXEMPT
• Job Function Camp
• Pay Type Salary
• Employment Indicator Seasonal
• Job Start Date Tuesday, June 10, 2025
• Job End Date Saturday, July 19, 2025

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