Director of Wilderness & Adventure Programs

Description

Job Title : Director of Wilderness & Adventure Programs

FLSA Status : Full Time - exempt

Reports to : Camp Director

Schedule : 40 hours

Supervises : N / A

Rate of Pay : $58,240

Closing Date : 11 / 13 / 2025

Benefits : Standard; Full-Time, Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following :

• Health, vision, dental, life as well as voluntary life and disability insurance
• Sick leave benefit - 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire)
• Vacation benefit - 20 vacation days per year, accrued at the rate of .0769 hours for each hour worked (accrual begins at hire but may not be used until the completion of six months of employment)
• One floating day off for use (accrued immediately, and again annually, but may not be used until the completion of the initial three-month introductory period of employment)
• Pension Plan (after one year of continuous service)
• Voluntary Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan (403(b)plan)

Function

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 oversees 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

Develop and Implement "Ministry through Wilderness" Program

Maintain Wilderness Structures and Areas

Rebuild and Expand Salvation Army Wilderness Summer Programs

Develop Vision for Wilderness Program and Ministries

Run and Maintain High Risk Programs and Activities

Maintain and Facilitate Program Areas for Guest Groups

Assist Camp Director and Property Manager as needed

Education, Experience, Skills, Qualifications

Education / Experience

Skills

Qualifications

Driving

Background Check

Physical Requirements

Qualifications

Education

High School or Equivalent (required)

Experience

Prior experience planning and leading outdoor adventure activities (required)

Level 1 Archery and Challenge Course Certifications (required)

Wilderness First Responder (WFR) Certification (required)

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License (required)

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