Summer Camp Archery Program Specialist

Summer Camp Archery Program Specialist
 

Salary $3,250 (June 22, 2025 - August 1, 2025) 

General Responsibilities – To plan, direct, and supervise Star Lake camp’s archery program.
1. Involvement in total camp program with willingness to help in all areas as needed, including dining room, campfire programs, children with problems, health center, night duty in turn, etc. as directed by the Program Director.
2. Promote the observance of the spiritual emphasis of the program and the moral and ethical code affecting campers and staff.
3. Attend and contribute to staff meetings.
4. Responsible for sharing with Program Director, Camp Director, and/or Program Logistics Coordinator all matters of concern relating to the total welfare of the camp.
5. Responsible to observe set curfew.
 

Minimum Qualifications
• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a desire to share your faith with others
• College student or at least 18 years of age
• Must complete on-site Archery certification through U.S.A. Archery 

• Able to lift and carry up to fifty pounds, and be comfortable working safely with archery equipment 

• Previous experience in archery and outdoor adventure programs preferred
• Current CPR and first aid certifications preferred
• Desire and ability to work with children outdoors
• Ability to relate to one’s peer group
• Ability to accept guidance and supervision
• Good character, integrity, and adaptability
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control

Specific Responsibilities
1. To organize, direct and instruct an archery program geared to ages, interests and abilities of campers.
2. Write lesson plans for archery program, displaying creativity and innovation in programming. Use archery programming to teach spiritual lessons.
3. Set up archery range prior to and during Full Staff Development.
4. Teach staff their responsibilities in activity area during Full Staff Development.
5. Teach and monitor proper use of equipment.
6. Coordinate this program with other camp activities and plans.
7. Cultivate an understanding of good sportsmanship, trust, and team effort among campers.
8. Keep records on all participants; help them progress from beginner to advanced levels.
9. Conduct daily check of equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair.
10. Be responsible for the inventory of equipment and supplies. Order additional equipment as needed with approval from the Program Director.
11. Assist in packing all materials and supplies when season ends.
12. Write an evaluative brief at the end of each session to include areas of concern for next camping session/season. Make recommendations for equipment, supplies, and program.
 

Additional Responsibilities
1. Aid and support to all program areas as assigned.
2. Assist Program Director and Assistant Program Director in planning and preparation for total –camp activities.
3. Assist with preparation of tabernacle and other buildings for opening and closing days, Sundays,
and other special programs. Preparation includes cleaning, moving chairs, sweeping, and
vacuuming.
4. Sit at camper overflow tables or monitor bathrooms in the dining hall as assigned on a rotating basis.
5. Assume bus duty on camper arrival and departure days.
6. Take part in evening programs as assigned by Program Director.
7. Arrive at least ten minutes early to scheduled activity periods, evening programs, evening
recreation, meetings, etc., to assist or lead in set-up or preparation of programs.
8. Attend and participate in weekly program staff meetings.
9. Serve as a rider as needed for children being sent home early.

Staff Responsibilities
1. Clean living area daily.
2. Work as a team player.
3. Committed to the development of campers spiritually, physically, educationally, emotionally, and socially.
4. Willing to work with all staff members regardless of their positions.
5. Maintain a high level of interaction with campers and staff.
6. Be a constructive member of the staff contributing in every way possible to the health, harmony, and happiness of the Star Lake Camp family.
7. Pray that each camper comes to know Christ as Savior.
8. Attend weekly staff Bible studies. These take place one evening per session.
9. Attend Sunday morning staff worship.
10. Voice criticisms to the Camp Director first.
11. Be in accord with camp aims and policies, being loyal to camp always.
12. Assist where needed for the benefit of the campers and the smooth operation of the camp.
13. Respond positively to the direction of the Program Director when he/she makes schedule changes.
 

Essential Responsibilities
1. Ability to participate fully in the total camp program*.
2. Ability to communicate and work with groups of various ages and skills levels, and provide necessary instruction to campers and/or staff.
3. Physical ability to respond appropriately and quickly to situations requiring first aid.
4. Cognitive and communicative abilities to plan and conduct activities that achieve camper development objectives.
5. Ability to identify and respond to hazards. Must be able to assist campers in emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury).
6. Respond immediately to assigned area in the event of a missing camper alarm.
 

- These are not the only duties to be performed. Some duties may be reassigned, and other duties may be assigned as required.
 

*Please note that full participation means that although you may not have an assigned responsibility you are required to attend and participate in the various daily programs of camp, such as evening programs, camper worship, cabin devotions, etc…
 

MISSION STATEMENT OF THE SALVATION ARMY
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His Name without discrimination.