Director of Wilderness & Adventure Programs

Director Of Wilderness & Adventure Programs

The Director of Wilderness & Adventure Programs oversees the planning, development, and execution of wilderness and adventure programs at High Peak Camp. This position is responsible for designing outdoor activities, securing necessary permits, maintaining wilderness areas, and leading ministry-based programming in outdoor settings. They also collaborate with camp leadership to rebuild and evolve Salvation Army Wilderness Summer Programs, maintain high-risk activities and structures, and oversee all program activity areas of camp on a year-round basis for both summer camp and guest groups. The role requires outdoor leadership skills, safety certifications, and a commitment to integrating ministry into all wilderness experiences.

Duties And Responsibilities

Oversee all Wilderness Programs and Activities :

• Plan and lead hikes and camping trips for guests and campers, both on-site and in surrounding areas
• Secure permits for activities in Rocky Mountain National Park
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and experience with hiking trails and routes
• Obtain Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification to ensure participant safety
• Design and lead Salvation Army Wilderness Camps activities
• Organize and lead activities such as hiking, fishing, geocaching, orienteering, ecology, survival skills, team building, campfires, and wilderness cooking

Develop and Implement "Ministry through Wilderness" Program :

Maintain Wilderness Structures and Areas :

Run and Maintain High Risk Programs and Activities :

Maintain and Facilitate Program Areas for Guest Groups :

Education, Experience, Skills, Qualifications

Education :

Experience :

Level 1 Archery and Challenge Course Certifications (required)

Wilderness First Responder (WFR) Certification (required)

Licenses & Certifications :

Skills :

Qualifications :

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities : This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants.