Camp Program Director - Music Conservatory

Position: Camp Program Director - Music Conservatory (3650)

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As a Summer Music Conservatory Program Director, you’ll help oversee programming that fosters faith, fun, and community through the creative arts, while providing a safe, engaging experience for campers and staff. In collaboration with camp leadership and staff, you’ll organize, design, and implement age-appropriate music and recreational activities for kids and teens, ensuring a fun, safe, and enriching environment. Supporting camp operations, promoting camper safety, and modeling Christ-centered leadership that encourages growth in both campers and staff.

Key Responsibilities Program Leadership & Camper Experience

• Oversee the planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of camp activities to meet the developmental and spiritual needs of enrolled campers.

• Supervises and monitors the day-to-day operations of the camp, including the various programs conducted at the camp, to include music and various recreational activities; ensures that programs run smoothly; and in compliance with established procedures.

Staff Oversight & Collaboration

• Partner closely with the Camp Directors, Head Counselors, and program staff to align daily schedules, programming goals, and ministry outcomes.

• Support and guide team members through positive role modeling, clear communication, and consistent application of camper behavior management and discipline practices.

Program Operations, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all programs operate in compliance with camp policies, safety standards, health regulations, and accreditation requirements.

• Maintain oversight of program records, including attendance, behavior documentation, and incident reporting.

• Ensure the safety, cleanliness, and organization of program areas and equipment through regular inspections, inventories, and proper storage.

Camp Community & Faith Engagement

• Actively promote and model the mission, values, and culture of Camp Hoblitzelle, encouraging campers and staff to live out these values throughout the camp experience.

• Serve as an engaged member of the leadership team during all-camp activities, evening programs, and special events.

• Participate in ministry-related responsibilities, including sharing approved devotional content, engaging in prayer with campers, and supporting camp worship experiences.

What we are looking for in you

• Must be at least 18 years old and a high school graduate or GED preferred.

• A heart for others and a mind towards Christ.

• Should be self-motivated and teachable.

• Ability to build and maintain effective mentor relationships with peers, those in supervision and campers.

• Six months’ experience teaching child development or youth programs in a church preferred, OR

• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• A willingness to abide by The Salvation Army doctrinal statement and Camp Hoblitzelle’s policies.

• CPR & First Aid certified or capable of passing by June 15, 2026 (training provided by Camp Hoblitzelle during staff training if needed.)

• Must be able to pass a state and federal background check.

Additional Information

• Camp Leadership Staff Training will be held June 3 – June 7, 2026 with all Staff Training held June 8 – June 14, 2026, and participation is required. The 2026 summer Camp program sessions will be held June 15 - July 19, 2026. If you are unable to work the entire season, please let us know on your application.

Equal Opportunity

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