About this opportunity
Summitbsa lists this Program Director (Summit Experience) opportunity in glen jean, West Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Overview
Provide front-line orientation, guidance, and customer service to all Summit Experience participants (Scouts and Scouters), creating an high-adventure experience that will be remembered for a lifetime.
Key Responsibilities
Directly supervise, coach, and counsel the Summit Experience team to ensure guests have a safe and fun experience
Communicate with guests and staff to ensure quality experience and implement adjustments based on feedback
Provide formal and informal feedback to Summit Experience staff (performance evaluations)
Write end-of-season report, including inventories, recommendations, and department improvements
Provide leadership to and participate in camp-wide activities (campfires, ceremonies, etc.)
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: 21+
Required: Valid driver license and ability to obtain driving permit
Required: Experience in Scouting and/or outdoor recreation
Required: National Camping School Resident Camp/Program Director card (training provided)
Strongly Preferred: Two or more years' leading teams or Summit work experience
Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening)
Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication
Physical & Practical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, and hike, up to 10 hours daily and ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds
Annual Health and Medical Record , including height/weight guidelines
Housing : 10'x12' platform tent in Staff Camp | Uniform: Summit Staff Uniform | Work Hours : 55+
Desired Traits
High 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
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
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.
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.
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Worksite address
glen jean, WV, 25846, US
Who can apply
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