Camp Challenge Course Specialist (3415) at The Salvation Army

, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Challenge Course Activities, Safety Management, Staff Training, Record Keeping, Equipment Maintenance, Physical Endurance, Communication, Team Leadership

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Job Details Job Location: AOK-DHQ Camp - WELLING, OK 74471 Position Type: Seasonal Full Time Job Category: Camp Camp Season - Summer 2026 Job Summary Provides direction on the development and delivery of challenge course activities for the Salvation Army camps. Deliver challenge-course activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate for campers’ ages and abilities. Manages the physical operation of the challenge course facilities and equipment. Essential Functions ⦁ Expands the camp’s challenge course activities with new challenges. ⦁ Delivers progressive challenge course program activities. ⦁ Trains other staff in their challenge course responsibilities. ⦁ Ensures that all participants wear properly fitted protective headgear. ⦁ Evaluates and documents the challenge course abilities of campers and staff. ⦁ Ensures the record-keeping of regular inspections and maintenance of all equipment and elements used in adventure/challenge activities. ⦁ Keeps personal living quarters neat, clean, and ready for inspection. ⦁ Performs other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements ⦁ Ability to meet attendance requirements. ⦁ Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language. ⦁ Some physical requirements of the Camp Challenge Course Specialist position include endurance, which involves climbing, standing, bending, stooping, and stretching. ⦁ Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity are required to manipulate challenge course equipment and activities. ⦁ Requires a normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Working Conditions ⦁ Have a willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering a program in the facility available. ⦁ Operate in daily exposure to the sun, heat, and varying environmental conditions. Qualifications Education and Experience ⦁ High School Diploma or G.E.D. and ⦁ Two years’ experience leading sports, recreation, or challenge course activities preferred. or ⦁ Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certifications ⦁ Must be at least 21 years old. ⦁ Certification, documented training, or experience from a recognized organization or certifying body for the types of activities offered. ⦁ CPR and First Aid Certification Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled

Responsibilities

The Camp Challenge Course Specialist is responsible for developing and delivering safe and engaging challenge course activities for campers. This includes managing the challenge course facilities, training staff, and ensuring participant safety.