Position Description

Situated on Moberly Lake, BC, Camp Sagitawa is a Christian camping facility owned by Sagitawa Christian Camping Society, a non-profit society and registered charity.

Our Mission: At Sagitawa we are committed to caring for people and connecting them with Christ. Through relationships and programs that both challenge and encourage, we pursue personal growth and a deeper connection with our Creator. 

The Program Director is chiefly responsible for developing and implementing effective camp programs, in line with Camp’s mission, vision and values. Must be a born again Christian in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, modeling Jesus' example in all aspects of work and life, both on the job site and in your personal life.

General Responsibilities & Requirements

• With the Camp Director, develop and implement effective camp programs, ensuring that they fulfill the Camp's objectives and philosophy, mission and vision.
• Co-ordinate and supervise all areas of the camp program.
• Create an enthusiasm for all areas of program involvement amongst campers and staff.
• Assist with and take part in Staff/Leadership Training
• Model a Christ-like spirit in relationships and in attitudes.
• Ensure that camp policies and guidelines in relation to program, personal life and campers are effectively communicated and carried out by staff.
• Possess a solid understanding of the Gospel and basic Christian theology.
• Preferred Experience in working with children, public speaking, customer service, leading a team
• Preferred Education: First Aid, Pleasure Craft Operator Card, Skills Training (such as: High Ropes Level 2, Paddle Smart, CORE / PAL, etc.)

Specific Responsibilities & Requirements

Pre-camp:

• Prepare designated sessions for Staff Training.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures, risk management and safety procedures, and accreditation standards
• Work with the Camp Director to finalize general week schedules, along with game and activity creation and preparation.

Camp Training:

• Work with the Camp Director to provide a strong Leadership Training Camp
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• With the Camp Director work intentionally to develop good relationships with staff members.

Guest Groups:

• Assist with Rental Groups as necessary.
• Greet and host guest groups on weekends, confirming with organizers their schedule (before arrival and once they are on site) and scheduling the staff for needed tasks.

Winter Responsibilities:

• Assist in staff recruitment through the promotional materials and presenting camp at colleges and churches
• Assist with the distribution of all camp promotional materials
• Represent camp as required at churches, and conferences and trade shows
• Assist "follow-up" for staff and campers.
• Be involved in the selection of staff along with the Director.
• Ensure that appropriate records are kept for program, campers and equipment.
• Update staff manuals.
• Complete various tasks as designated by the Camp Director
• Liaison regularly with supporting church Youth Groups and College and Careers.

Benefits:

• Housing and utilities provided on site.
• 2 weeks paid vacation at Christmas, 4 days off at Easter and Thanksgiving plus vacation days
• Complementary meals for you and your family when cooking for guests and free access to camp recreational equipment when available.