Scoutcraft Director

Summitbsa; Glen Jean (WV); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Housing in Staff Camp

Summit Staff Uniform

55+ hours per week

Zusammenfassung

Summit Bechtel Reserve (SBR) seeks staff to lead Scout Camp Scoutcraft program areas, mentoring and coaching youth and fellow staff while delivering outdoor skills and merit badge sessions.

As part of the Justice National Scout Camp team, you will supervise instruction, manage logistics, participate in camp-wide activities, uphold Scout Oath and Law, and support a safe, engaging environment for Scouts ages 10-17 during the summer.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum age 21+.
• Preferred: Previous leadership, Scouting/Summit experience, and strong organizational skills.
• Preferred: Knowledge of Scouting/outdoor skills, including knots/lashings, camping, cooking, and first aid.
• Successfully complete and obtain Outdoor Skills section of National Camping School (training provided).
• Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (background screening).
• Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication.

Aufgaben

• Lead the Scoutcraft program area of Scout Camp, including supervising, mentoring, and coaching staff
• Supervise instruction, materials, preparations, scheduling, and logistics for the Scoutcraft program area
• Instruct, mentor, and engage Scouts (ages 11-17) in outdoor and Scouting skills merit badges
• Present to groups of 5-20 Scouts to transfer knowledge and empower application of skills and concepts
• Assist with the setup, maintenance, and takedown of program and camping areas
• Participate in camp-wide programs and activities (campfires, evening programs)
• Model the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions
• Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area
• Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership
• Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the SBR staff handbook

Kenntnisse

Leadership experience

Organizational skills

Staff coaching

Team collaboration

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Jobbeschreibung

Position Overview

Provide high-quality advancement and enrichment experiences for Justice National Scout Camp guests in a summer camp setting by facilitating and contributing to fun, safe, and engaging programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Scoutcraft program area of Scout Camp, including supervising, mentoring, and coaching staff
• Supervise instruction, materials, preparations, scheduling, and logistics for the Scoutcraft program area
• Instruct, mentor, and engage Scouts (ages 11-17) in outdoor and Scouting skills merit badges
• Present to groups of 5-20 Scouts (youth) to transfer knowledge and empower application of skills and concepts
• Assist with the setup, maintenance, and takedown of program and camping areas
• Participate in camp-wide programs and activities (campfires, evening programs)
• Model the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions
• Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area
• Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership
• Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the SBR staff handbook

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 21+
• Preferred: Previous leadership, Scouting/Summit experience, and strong organizational skills
• Preferred: Knowledge of Scouting/outdoor skills, including knots/lashings, camping, cooking, and first aid

• Successfully complete and obtain Outdoor Skills section of National Camping School (training provided)

• Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening)
• Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication

Physical & Practical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and hike, up to 8 hours daily and ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds
• Complete the Annual Health and Medical Record, including height/weight guidelines
• Housing: 10'x12' platform tent in Staff Camp | Uniform: Summit Staff Uniform | Work Hours: 55+

Desired Traits

• High-level emotional intelligence (such as self/social awareness and team dynamics)
• Positive and cheerful attitude with a strong customer-service focus
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn/develop hard and soft skills

Ability to connect with individuals from diverse age groups, maturity, and backgrounds

About the Summit Bechtel Reserve and the Justice National Scout Camp

The Summit Bechtel Reserve (SBR) is a 10,600-acre outdoor adventure and education facility located near New River Gorge National Park in southern West Virginia. As one of Scouting America's National High Adventure Bases, the Summit provides transformative experiences for Scouts and other youth.

At Justice National Scout Camp, Scouts (ages 10-17) participate in more than 80 merit badge programs in areas such as aquatics, climbing, S.T.E.M., arts and media, citizenship, and outdoor skills. They also enjoy high-adventure activities like mountain biking, rafting, and skateboarding, as well as classic camp traditions like flag ceremonies and campfires. We're seeking dedicated staff members who can inspire, guide, and empower the next generation of leaders!

This is more than a summer job-it's a chance to inspire creativity, build leadership skills, and shape unforgettable experiences for Scouts from across the country. You'll gain valuable teaching, leadership, and teamwork skills while living in one of the nation's most beautiful outdoor settings.