June 15, 2026
The following are current year-round job openings in the U.S.
(or seasonal openings longer than just May - August)
Place a job opening on Year-Round Jobs at Camp.
Alphabetical by state under the following categories:
Administration = 16
Activity Specialist = 8
Food Services = 1
Outside of Camp/Not Camp Related = 1
*New listings = 14
Total listings = 26
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* CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER – CALIFORNIA
Kesem
ZRG Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Kesem in the search for a Chief Development Officer. The CDO will lead the rebuilding of Kesem’s fundraising momentum post-pandemic by strengthening fundraising strategy, stewardship, systems, operations, and long-term development capability, with the goal of growing national office fundraising revenue from $3.3 million to more than $5 million. Kesem was established in 2000 to serve a unique and underserved population – children impacted by a parent or guardian’s cancer. Today, Kesem is the largest national organization serving children ages 6 to 18, with over 115 Kesem chapters in 41 states and the District of Columbia. A bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of fundraising experience is preferred. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Julie Lugo by email below.
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Salary: $155,000–$190,000 annually | Housing: Not provided | ACA Accredited
NATURE BASED CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS MANAGER – CONNECTICUT
Common Ground
This is a rare opening for a leadership role at Common Ground. We are seeking a Program Manager who loves kids, wants to be physically active (outside, year-round!), and whose ideal job includes a mix of direct teaching, program administration, and hands-on work like feeding chickens and weed whacking the garden. Our biggest priority is a candidate who is an experienced program manager and outdoor educator, with strong skills and employment history in these areas. This position works weekdays through 6 PM and also works most holidays (with compensatory PTO for holiday work). After school programs, summer camp, and school vacation day programs are core responsibilities of this job. Detailed job description is at the application link!
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Salary: $55,000–$60,000 | Housing: Not provided
* DIRECTOR OF CAMP OPERATIONS – ILLINOIS
Second Star Children’s Camp
Second Star Children’s Camp provides a fun, empowering, and completely free camp experience for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families, all across the Midwest. Second Star currently hosts two weekend family camps per year in the fall; one in Iowa and one in Illinois. We are seeking a compassionate and organized Director of Camp Operations to support the camp program year-round. This part-time work-from-home position, ideally 15–20 hours per week, is perfect for someone passionate about creating meaningful experiences for children and families while coordinating camp operations and community engagement. Responsibilities include camp weekend logistics for two weekend camp experiences each year, fundraising to raise approximately $75,000 annually with the support of the Board of Directors, and a variety of office-related duties detailed in the job description. Position requires travel to and from campsites in Iowa and Illinois. Driving compensation provided. Please see the job posting on our website for all important details.
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Salary: $22–$30/hour, depending on experience | Housing: Not provided
* ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF RECREATIONAL THERAPY – INDIANA
Indiana University – Bradford Woods
Make a difference every day through the power of therapeutic recreation. Bradford Woods, Indiana University’s outdoor center, seeks a full-time Assistant Director of Recreational Therapy to create life-changing experiences for children, youth, and adults with disabilities and medical conditions. The ideal candidate is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) who is a skilled leader, mentor, and relationship builder. In this role, you will lead cabin life and therapeutic camping operations, supervising Cabin Life Coordinators, Cabin Heads, Cabin Counselors, and Recreational Therapy Interns. Responsibilities include overseeing the therapeutic recreation process through assessment, goal setting, intervention implementation, documentation, evaluation, and discharge planning. You will also recruit, hire, train, and supervise staff; develop programs; coordinate with families and partners; support risk management efforts; and evaluate participant outcomes. Team members also contribute to special events, outdoor education programs, and year-round program operations.
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Salary: $40,000–$42,500 | Housing: Yes - private | ACA Accredited
CAMP DIRECTOR – IDAHO
Paradise Point Episcopal Camp
Imagine waking up on a peninsula of Payette Lake, surrounded by Idaho mountain wilderness, leading a community where transformation happens every day. Paradise Point Episcopal Camp — a beloved rustic retreat operating since 1935 — is searching for a Camp Director to shape the future of this cherished ministry within the Episcopal Diocese of Idaho. Set on 50 stunning acres near McCall, Paradise Point hosts youth camps, family camps, and guest groups from May through October, welcoming up to 75 campers and 25 seasonal staff at peak season. You’ll co-lead alongside a Site & Operations Manager, together reporting to the bishop. We’re looking for a spiritual leader and skilled administrator who can build and mentor a thriving seasonal staff culture, develop inclusive Episcopal-rooted programming for all ages, champion ACA accreditation and operational excellence, and grow community partnerships, guest groups, and fundraising. You’re rugged, relational, and rooted in faith — someone who doesn’t just survive a long outdoor season but leads it with joy and intention. 5+ years of camp leadership preferred.
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Salary: $50,000–$55,000 | Housing: Yes - private | ACA Accredited
EDUCATION COORDINATOR – MASSACHUSETTS
Mathnasium of Newton
Mathnasium Learning Centers in the Greater Boston area are hiring full-time Education Coordinators to help lead fun, supportive, and engaging math learning environments for students. Camp counselors, cabin leaders, and other youth-development staff thrive in this role because of their ability to build relationships with students, communicate with families, and lead with energy. Education Coordinators work closely with students, families, and instructional staff to help create an encouraging and confidence-building educational experience. Responsibilities include student instruction, parent communication, instructor mentorship, and helping maintain a fun center culture. This is a great fit for individuals who love working with kids and families, enjoy leadership roles, thrive in fast-paced people-oriented environments, want work that combines education, operations, and community-building, and are looking for a long-term role with growth opportunities. Evening and weekend availability is required. Prior teaching/tutoring experience is preferred, not necessary.
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Salary: $60,000–$80,000 | Housing: Not provided
* CHIEF PROGRAM OPERATIONS OFFICER - NEW JERSEY
Princeton-Blairstown Center
Ready to lead programs that change lives? The Princeton-Blairstown Center is seeking a dynamic Chief Program & Operations Officer to oversee innovative outdoor, experiential, and environmental education programs that serve thousands of young people each year. This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership, team development, and mission-driven impact while helping shape the future of one of New Jersey's premier youth development organizations. The Chief Program & Operations Officer (CPOO) is a strategic thought-partner and actively engaged leader accountable for the overall direction, management, and oversight of all Blairstown Campus programs. The Princeton-Blairstown Center (PBC) program model includes year-round partnerships with schools, community-based organizations, and university partners. The CPOO is responsible for the establishment, coordination, and performance of a broad range of experiential, adventure-based, and environmental education programs at the Blairstown Campus. For details see our website. Benefits: 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, meals, and optional housing.
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Salary: $100,000 to $120,000 per year | Housing: Included but Optional | ACA Accredited
* CAMP DIRECTOR – OREGON
Camp Westwind
The Westwind Camp Director leads all of Westwind’s on-site programs, including 9 weeks of Summer Camp every summer! Come join us to embody the joy of camp on the Oregon Coast! The Camp Director ensures exceptional, mission-aligned programming for all campers, families, staff, and visitors who experience Westwind through its programs. The Camp Director furthers Westwind’s mission through the planning and delivery of camp programs and staff training and plays a critical role in creating a welcoming, safe, and high-quality environment for campers and families. The right candidate has experience in outdoor program leadership and youth development, staff training and supervision, event management and multi-program coordination, safety planning and risk management, communication with youth and parents, calendar planning and logistics management, and problem solving and conflict resolution. Qualifications include minimum 3 years of supervisory experience, experience in summer camps or similar outdoor education settings, and strong computer skills and budget management. Visit the website for a full job description.
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Salary: $55,000 | Housing: Not provided | ACA Accredited
* EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – PENNSYLVANIA
Camp Allegheny
Are you called to Christian camping and ministry leadership? Camp Allegheny is seeking an Executive Director to lead a dynamic, faith-based camp located in the beautiful Laurel Highlands of southwestern Pennsylvania. The Executive Director will provide hands-on leadership across all areas of camp life, including financial oversight, fundraising and development, staff recruitment and supervision, marketing and outreach, facilities management, and program leadership. This individual will play a key role in shaping the future of Camp Allegheny while honoring its long-standing mission of Having Fun, Being Safe, and Sharing Jesus. Camp Allegheny serves churches of all denominations, schools, and community groups, in addition to its vibrant summer camp ministry. The position is expected to begin March 1, 2027. Resumes accepted until September 1, 2026. For a complete job description or to send a resume, please send an email.
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Salary: $60,000–$70,000 | Housing: Yes - private
PROGRAM COORDINATOR – PENNSYLVANIA
Wesley Forest Camp and Retreat
Ready to shape the future of outdoor ministry? If you are a creative leader passionate about building inclusive communities where young voices thrive, keep reading to discover how you can leave a lasting legacy at Wesley Forest! As the first ever full-time Program Coordinator, you will partner with the Center Director to expand year-round programming and summer camp capacity. You’ll design impactful programs, cultivate a hybrid staff/volunteer culture, and utilize a fully funded 3-year Expansion Plan to maximize ministry impact and growth. Nestled on 450 beautiful acres in Central Pennsylvania, Wesley Forest is nature-inspired and dedicated to spiritual growth, equity, and radical hospitality. Required skills include strong leadership in faith-based camp/retreat programming, ability to recruit, train, and manage paid staff and volunteers, and exceptional communication and collaborative teamwork skills. Desirable skills include experience with strategic growth and knowledge of UMC camp ministries.
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Salary: $35,000–$40,000 commensurate with experience | Housing: Yes - private
EDUCATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR – PENNSYLVANIA
Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center
Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center is seeking applicants for the position of Education Program Coordinator (EPC). This role serves as the year-round assistant director of Shaver’s Creek Camp Programs and School Programs, carrying out preparation and delivery of curriculum for both programs in all seasons. This position also participates in the operation of the Environmental Center, serving on leadership teams and supporting Center-wide activities. As the assistant director of School Programs, the EPC works with the School Programs Director and seasonal environmental educators to develop and teach outdoor science lessons. Shaver’s Creek cultivates and maintains intentional partnerships with local school districts to support science curriculum with outdoor experiences. For the Camp Program, the EPC is part of the leadership team that supports and creates the highest quality experience for everyone at camp, and is involved in facilitating staff training, creating program materials, assisting with camp logistics, developing programs, teaching if needed, and cultivating an atmosphere centered around learning and growth.
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Salary: $38,300–$55,500 | Housing: Not provided
* OUTDOOR EDUCATION DIRECTOR – MISSOURI
YMCA Camp Lakewood
YMCA Camp Lakewood is seeking an Outdoor Education Director to join our year-round leadership team. Located in the Missouri Ozarks, Camp Lakewood serves thousands of youth each year through outdoor education programs, summer camp, and a growing group retreat and rental program. The Outdoor Education Director leads planning, coordination, and delivery of outdoor education programs for schools from across the region. This role oversees seasonal outdoor education staff and works with the Camp Director and Trout Lodge Program Director to design engaging programs and ensure high-quality instruction across a wide variety of activities. The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, and passionate about youth development, with a belief in the power of outdoor experiences to build confidence and connection outside the classroom. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact at a camp that has been serving youth for over 75 years.
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Salary: $44,150–$55,188 | Housing: Yes - private | ACA Accredited
* CHIEF PROGRAM OPERATIONS OFFICER – NEW JERSEY
Princeton-Blairstown Center
Ready to lead programs that change lives? The Princeton-Blairstown Center is seeking a dynamic Chief Program & Operations Officer to oversee innovative outdoor, experiential, and environmental education programs that serve thousands of young people each year. This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership, team development, and mission-driven impact while helping shape the future of one of New Jersey’s premier youth development organizations. The Chief Program & Operations Officer (CPOO) is a strategic thought-partner and actively engaged leader accountable for the overall direction, management, and oversight of all Blairstown Campus programs. The PBC program model includes year-round partnerships with schools, community-based organizations, and university partners. The CPOO is responsible for the establishment, coordination, and performance of a broad range of experiential, adventure-based, and environmental education programs. Benefits include 401k, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and meals. For details see the website.
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Salary: $100,000–$120,000 per year | Housing: Not provided | ACA Accredited
PROGRAM MANAGER, AQUATICS – RESIDENT CAMPS – SOUTH CAROLINA
YMCA of Greater Charlotte
The Program Manager, Aquatics – Resident Camps provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and program direction for all waterfront aquatic programs across our Resident Camps, including Camp Thunderbird, Camp Harrison, and the Lake Norman YMCA waterfront. This role ensures safe, high-quality, and inclusive experiences while supporting participant development, staff growth, and strong member engagement across activities such as sailing, water sports, open-water recreation, and inflatable attractions.
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Salary: $40,000–$50,568 | Housing: Not provided | ACA Accredited
CO-DIRECTOR – TENNESSEE
Camp Riva-Lake for Girls
Camp Riva-Lake is a century-old girls’ camp where confidence, independence, and lifelong friendships take root. Set on Tims Ford Lake, we offer a small, classic residential camp experience filled with outdoor adventure, leadership development, and the magic that happens when girls discover their best selves. We’re seeking a Co-Director to help lead our next chapter — someone who brings heart, humor, and leadership to summer operations and year-round planning. Your first summer (2026, onsite) includes on-the-job training from current leadership and supporting Directors while learning camp culture. Your off-season role (remote, approximately 20 hrs./week) involves connecting with families, supporting camper retention, recruiting and hiring summer staff, camper recruiting and marketing, and planning programs and staff training with your co-director. Future summers (2027+, onsite, full-time late June–late July) involve co-leading daily programs, activities, and special events; supporting counselors, kitchen staff, and camp nurse; and building a warm, inclusive, spirited camp session. Camp leadership experience required.
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Salary: $25,000–$30,000 based on time and experience | Housing: Yes - shared | ACA Accredited
* SAFETY AND PROGRAM DIRECTOR – OTHER
Outward Bound USA
Outward Bound USA (OBUSA) is a national nonprofit educational organization with a mission to spark lifelong growth through challenge—outside. For more than 60 years, we have worked to expand access to transformative learning experiences for young people across the country. OBUSA serves as the national organization for Outward Bound in the United States, chartering and empowering the network of OB schools, stewarding the Outward Bound brand and trademark, and setting national standards for safety and risk management. Reporting to the COO, this position provides OBUSA network leadership for safety by overseeing and maintaining the National Safety Standards and supporting and advising OBUSA and School leaders on safety management. This role leads OBUSA’s crisis response and incident investigation functions and oversees the implementation of nationally aligned program models.
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Salary: $115,000–$135,000 | Housing: Not provided
* OUTDOOR & STUDENT LIFE ASSISTANT – CALIFORNIA
Midland School
Boarding school setting serving Grades 9–12 students. On-campus housing and meals provided. Starts August 2026. Primary responsibilities include supporting delivery of the outdoor program (current programming includes backpacking, rock climbing, mountain biking, surfing, and trail work), leading overnight backpacking trips, and teaching wilderness skills and leadership to high school students. This role also works with the Dean of Residential Life to support all aspects of student life at Midland, including student supervision, clubs, affinity groups, and off-campus outings. Minimum qualifications include Wilderness First Aid or higher (Wilderness First Responder preferred), experience in outdoor education, a hard-working attitude in a physically demanding position, enthusiasm for working with teenagers in a residential setting, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. Successful passing of criminal background and driving checks required. Midland School is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among employees.
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Salary: $38,000–$45,000 | Housing: Yes - private
OE PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR – CALIFORNIA
Seasonal: August–May | YMCA of San Diego County – Camp Marston
YMCA Camp Marston is looking for Program Instructors for our 2026/2027 Outdoor Education season! We are located in the beautiful mountain town of Julian, CA, a little over an hour outside of San Diego. We primarily work with 6th grade students throughout San Diego County. A typical day at Camp Marston will have you hiking on our trails teaching campers about the natural world in one of six classes. Instructors also provide overnight supervision in cabins. Classes include Earth & Water, Ecology, Sustainability, Survival Skills, Teambuilding, and Activities (Climbing Tower, Archery, and Candle Making). Our program runs Monday to Friday. We provide meals, housing, and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Our program begins August 31st with Staff Training and runs through May 2027.
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Salary: $679.88–$686.68/week | Housing: Yes - shared | ACA Accredited
OUTDOOR SCIENCE EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR (SCHOOL YEAR) – CALIFORNIA
Seasonal: September–May | High Trails Outdoor Science School
Join a fantastic community of energetic educators at a residential outdoor education center in the mountains of Southern California as we work to open the eyes of city-based kids to the wonders and beauty of nature. Two shifts (cabin/field) are available, with instructors moving regularly back and forth between them. Field Instructors take students on hikes during the day and teach about ecology and teamwork. Cabin Instructors supervise students overnight and sleep in cabins in the forest. The schedule follows a traditional school year (Sept–May), school week, with weekends and school holidays off. Lots of continuing education to help you become a better teacher! Check out the website for lots of information and details about life in Big Bear, CA at High Trails!
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Salary: $182/day | Housing: Yes - shared
* OUTDOOR EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR – MASSACHUSETTS
Seasonal: August–November | Outdoor Classroom
Are you passionate about the environment, teaching, and being in nature? Outdoor Classroom is looking for dynamic and dedicated educators to join our Fall 2026 team! This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who love the outdoors, enjoy working with children, and are considering a career in education, recreation, or conservation. We focus on place-based education with an emphasis on science, nature, and social-emotional learning. We facilitate exciting outdoor learning experiences for elementary and middle school students who visit us for overnight field trips at 7 beautiful sites across New England. Instructors are responsible for educating groups of 10–15 students throughout the program, including facilitating day and evening lessons. Favorite staff-led activities include team building, aquatic biology, wood carving, outdoor cooking, and night hikes. Compensation includes $615/week, shared housing, most meals, and a paid training period. The fall season runs from the end of August through mid-October or mid-November. Experience working with children and the ability to hike 3–5 miles per day is highly recommended.
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Salary: $615/week | Housing: Yes - shared
PROGRAM EDUCATOR – MICHIGAN
Seasonal: August–May | YMCA Storer Camps
Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of youth this school year? Join us as a Seasonal Program Educator at YMCA Storer Camps in beautiful Jackson, MI! This exciting role allows you to lead engaging activities focused on our core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. If you’re looking for a flexible position with great benefits such as paid sick time, on-site housing, meals when groups are in camp, and YMCA membership, this is the perfect opportunity for you! As a Seasonal Program Educator, you’ll be at the heart of delivering exceptional programming for our residential Outdoor Education and Specialty Programs, Group Retreats, and Camping Programs. You’ll have the opportunity to dive into curriculum areas such as Natural Science, Adventure Education (climbing tower and high rope course), and Cultural History.
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Salary: $530–$560 per week, plus food/housing & sick time | Housing: Yes - shared | ACA Accredited
* OUTDOOR EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR – NEW HAMPSHIRE
Seasonal: August–June | Camp Merrowvista – American Youth Foundation
Merrowvista offers year-round experiential education programs for school and community groups, focused on helping individuals achieve their personal best, foster positive communities, and build respect for themselves, others, and the environment through outdoor-based learning. Instructors will engage directly with youth, leading experiential programs with a diverse range of participants across age, ability, gender, race, ethnicity, neurodiversity, and socioeconomic backgrounds. The American Youth Foundation is dedicated to supporting the professional growth of our facilitators, providing valuable learning experiences to develop skills as effective educators. Employment dates: Full-time, seasonal. Fall Season: August 17–November 20, 2026. Spring Season: February 8–June 11, 2027.
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Salary: $600/week | Housing: Yes - shared | ACA Accredited
* RECREATION AND RENTAL SPECIALIST – SOUTH CAROLINA
Camp Long
Camp Long is looking to hire a Recreation Specialist for the educational programs, church retreats, professional development groups, and summer campers that attend the location throughout the year. Situated on over 400 acres in Aiken, South Carolina, Camp Long’s woodland setting is a lakefront, year-round destination for outdoor retreats and events. Activities include rock wall, giant swing, archery, team building, and canoeing. The job includes day and evening programs but no overnight supervision of school children in cabins. We also work with various private and public groups that want a rental experience in a camp setting, and includes opportunities to travel and work as an instructor at our other two locations. Anticipated start date August 2026 through August 2027. To apply, send resume and references to Cody Greene with “Camp Long Rec Specialist 2026” in the subject line.
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Salary: $525/week | Housing: Yes - shared | ACA Accredited
SEASONAL OUTDOOR PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR – VIRGINIA
Seasonal: August–November | Camp Horizons
Located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley and only 2 hours from DC, The Outdoor Learning Center at Horizons is looking for curious, caring, and hardworking staff to lead groups through outdoor educational activities, including environmental education, team building, adventure trips, and more. Outdoor Learning Center Instructors are responsible for the care and management of groups while delivering high-quality outdoor programming. They are expected to create a positive atmosphere while establishing opportunities for experiential learning and authentic growth for clients of all ages. Instructors are responsible for logistics before, during, and after the groups’ stay, including preparing program areas, facilitating meals and transitions, leading programming, and cleaning and general maintenance of program areas. Seasonal full-time and part-time positions are available, with limited on-site housing.
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Salary: Daily rate starting at $95.00/day | Housing: Yes - shared | ACA Accredited
DIRECTOR OF FOOD SERVICE – CALIFORNIA
Mission Springs Camps & Conference Center
Oversee the complete administration of all food service operations at Mission Springs Camps & Conference Center by providing quality dining experiences and customer care while fulfilling the ministry purpose of Mission Springs. This is an exempt, full-time position with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance and paid time off. Reports to the Associate Director. Qualifications include a LiveScan background check and Driver’s License, bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, a BS degree in a related field or minimum 5 years of food service leadership experience with large volume operations and culinary expertise. General responsibilities include leadership of all food service personnel including hiring, training, and management; equipment and facility care of two industrial kitchens and dining rooms; and compliance with all regulatory requirements. See the website for full details.
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Salary: $70,000–$90,000 | Housing: Not provided
OUTSIDE OF CAMP/NOT CAMP RELATED
* ACCOUNTANT II – TEXAS
Sky Ranch Christian Camps
This position is critical to the ministry of Sky Ranch and contributes directly to our mission of leading youth and families to know and follow Christ. The Accountant II role is responsible for assisting the Financial Analyst and Director of Finance with a variety of tasks including regulatory compliance, treasury management, and subsidiary ledger management for Sky Ranch and all its affiliates.
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Salary: $50,000–$55,000 | Housing: Not provided | ACA Accredited