Program Specialist - Sports & Games

Featherrivercamp; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 35,308 - 39,858; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals included

Professional leadership training

Camp store discounts

Five-day work week

Job summary

A summer camp experience provider in Oakland is seeking a Program Specialist for Sports & Games for Summer 2026. This role, located in California, involves leading various camp-wide sports activities for campers of all ages, including organizing archery sessions and games. Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience in similar settings and an archery instructor certification. The role offers competitive pay, free housing and meals, and targets creating a fun and inclusive atmosphere for all campers. Join a community that values diversity and hard work.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in leading sports or games.
• Ready to obtain archery instructor certification.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Lead camp-wide sports and games for various ages.
• Run archery sessions and manage safety at the range.
• Encourage good sportsmanship and group participation.

Skills

Experience leading sports, games, or recreation activities

Archery programming

Good communication

Organizational skills

Dependability

Job description

Spend Your Summer Making an Impact

Oakland Feather River Camp isn’t only a summer job - we are a community that cares, collaborates, and welcomes everyone to access the magic of nature. Summer at OFRC is fast‑paced, joyful, challenging, and incredibly rewarding. If you want work that’s meaningful, outdoors, and full of real connection, you’re in the right place!

What You’ll Get at OFRC

This is a real job with real responsibility - and real support.

• Free housing, meals, laundry, utilities and camp store discounts.
• Highly competitive, transparent pay.
• Five‑day work week with true time off - a rarity in the summer camp world.
• Professional leadership training.
• A team culture built on respect, communication, and accountability.
• A diverse, inclusive community where different identities, backgrounds, and experiences are valued.
• A chance to create unforgettable experiences in nature for families.

We work hard here. We take care of each other. And we make space for joy, rest, and real connection.

Program Specialist - Sports & Games - Summer 2026

Oakland Feather River Camp | Quincy, CA
$776-$876 per week | Seasonal | On‑site | Free Housing and Meals

About the Role

As the Program Specialist for Sports & Games Programming, you lead camp‑wide sports, games, and recreation for campers of all ages. You run archery, field games, board or card game sessions, tournaments, and help out wherever the Program team needs you when games aren’t running.

You will spend your summer outdoors and around camp, organizing fun, fair, and safe play for kids and families, coaching, setting up and putting away equipment, and helping campers enjoy their time at camp.

Full Job Description: Program Specialist - Sports & Games - 2026 Job Description

What You Will Do

• Lead archery sessions and manage a safe Archery Range.
• Run sports, field games, and games nights - plan activities, adapt games to different ages or skill levels.
• Encourage fair play, good sportsmanship, and positive group participation.
• Maintain and organize sports, game, and archery equipment; track supplies and request restocks or repairs.
• Support general camp programs and help other staff as needed when not leading games.

Your work helps every camper have fun, stay active, and feel included - making camp life exciting and welcoming for everyone.

Who We Are Looking For

• 18 or older.
• 2+ years experience leading sports, games, or recreation activities.
• Archery instructor certification (or ready to get certified) and experience with archery programming.
• Safety‑aware, responsible, and able to lead groups of mixed ages and abilities.
• Good communicator, organized, and comfortable working outdoors.
• Friendly, flexible, and ready to help wherever needed.
• Someone dependable who shows up on time and works hard.

We treat staff like adults. We expect people to show up fully, work hard, communicate clearly, and support one another.

The Right Fit

If you love games, sports, being active, and helping campers have a great time in a fun, safe, and friendly setting - this position might be perfect for you!

Our Culture & Hiring Philosophy

At OFRC, we work hard, support each other, and build a community where everyone belongs. We value people who show up with heart, effort, curiosity, and a willingness to learn - no matter their background or experience level. We welcome candidates from traditional and nontraditional paths, and we believe diversity makes our team stronger. You don’t need to meet every single qualification to be a strong candidate here; if this role feels right for you, we encourage you to apply and tell us what you’d bring to our community.