Summer - Program Manager

Job Description

Job Description

OVERVIEW:

The Program Manager leads the creative design and delivery of year-round and seasonal camp programs, including summer, adventure, and outdoor education experiences at Camp Redwood Glen. This role manages curriculum development, supervises gap-year students, recruits and trains summer staff, and supports guest group programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Program Development and Leadership
  • Create and lead camp programs with biblical values
  • Support campers’ spiritual, physical, emotional growth
  • Plan and supervise daily summer camp activities and staff
• Staff Supervision
  • Oversee outdoor adventure and nature programs
  • Help recruit summer staff and support hiring events
  • Provide staff support and evaluations
• Gap Year Program Supervision
  • Help develop and lead the Gap Year program
  • Support students throughout the program year
  • Complete year-end program and intern evaluations
• Outdoor Education and Adventure Programming
  • Develop and schedule outdoor education programs
  • Maintain equipment and challenge course safety
  • Build partnerships with outdoor education organizations
• Guest Group Hosting
  • Oversee guest group experiences and hospitality
  • Keep dining hall, meeting rooms, and restrooms ready
  • Fulfill scheduled on-call manager duties
  • Assist with guest group setup and cleanup
• Other related duties as required

All staff may be called upon at any time to assist in the total operation of the camp. You are expected to join in all evening programs; absences are excused only through the Assistant Camp Director.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 18 years of age (required)
• CPR/First Aid/AED certified (required)
• Experience working with children (required)
• Camping experience either as a camper or staff (preferred)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must be of good moral character
• Must have a personal and growing relationship with the Lord

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to live on site (required)

ADA Statement

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

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At-Will:

Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at-will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.