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Summit Bechtel Reserve

Assistant Program Director (Scout Camp)

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A Program Officer oversees the development of an organization's programs. This may includes staff development, project management, implementation and daily management of activities. May also oversee funds and budgets.

$96,244 / year median in West Virginia

+7% projected growth

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Position Overview Provide high-quality advancement and enrichment experiences for Justice National Scout Camp guests in a summer camp setting by facilitating and contributing to fun, safe, and engaging programs. Key Responsibilities Provide leadership to the setup, operation, and takedown of Justice National Scout Camp program areas Assist in training and management of the area director team to deliver safe, relevant, and engaging programs Support merit badge sessions and program areas, especially during program operations Coach and counsel staff members to build and maintain an effective team Assist with merit badge and program progress input in the online advancement application Provide leadership to and participate in camp-wide programs and activities Model the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the SBR staff handbook Qualifications Minimum age: 18+ Comfortable speaking and presenting in front of youth and adults Previous Scouting/Summit experience strongly preferred, with experience coaching and leading teams is a plus National Camping School Resident Program Director certification considered a plus Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening) Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication PhysicalPractical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, and hike, up to 8 hours daily and ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds Complete the Annual Health and Medical Record , including height/weight guidelines
Housing :
10'x12' platform tent in Staff Camp |
Uniform:
Summit Staff Uniform |
Work Hours :
50+ Desired Traits High-level emotional intelligence (such as self/social awareness and team dynamics) Positive and cheerful attitude with a strong customer-service focus Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn/develop hard and soft skills Ability to connect with individuals from diverse age groups, maturity, and backgrounds About the Summit Bechtel Reserve and the Justice National Scout Camp The Summit Bechtel Reserve (SBR) is a 10,600-acre outdoor adventure and education facility located near New River Gorge National Park in southern West Virginia. As one of Scouting America's National High Adventure Bases, the Summit provides transformative experiences for Scouts and other youth. At Justice National Scout Camp, Scouts (ages 10-17) participate in more than 80 merit badge programs in areas such as aquatics, climbing, S.T.E.M., arts and media, citizenship, and outdoor skills. They also enjoy high-adventure activities like mountain biking, rafting, and skateboarding, as well as classic camp traditions like flag ceremonies and campfires. We're seeking dedicated staff members who can inspire, guide, and empower the next generation of leaders! This is more than a summer job-it's a chance to inspire creativity, build leadership skills, and shape unforgettable experiences for Scouts from across the country. You'll gain valuable teaching, leadership, and teamwork skills while living in one of the nation's most beautiful outdoor settings.