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Director of Group Camp

We are looking for someone with a strong work ethic and a desire to live and work in a close community to serve in the much-needed role of Group Camp Director. We are passionate about our mission statement and are looking for a like-minded person who is willing to serve alongside us. Please thoughtfully consider each part of our mission statement, job description, and description of our ministry and community before applying.

Most communication will be by email at first until further in the process. Initial inquiries will not be responded to immediately so as to give time to consider the many applicants.

Furthermore, I will personally be at the CCCA National Conference December 7-10, 2015 for the purpose of meeting and initial interviews. If you’d like to meet up, see you there!

MISSION STATEMENT

To inspire Christ-like change through
Outdoor Adventure
Authentic Relationships and
Biblical Truth

COMMUNITY

The makeup of our community determines a large part of what it is like to live and work here. We have about 80 people who live on-site year-round, comprised of: full-time staff and families, gap-year students, and facilitators. Since we are far from any large towns or cities, all of our full-time staff live on-site. One example of our distance from town is that it takes 1.25 hours to get to the closest Walmart in Kerrville. Camp Eagle is a beautiful place with many natural resources, but it calls for somewhat remote living. Camp Eagle recently went through a fast growth phase and is seeking to be excellent in all we do and become a leader in our industry. However, just like each of us, we have many shortcomings, but we hope to use even those to serve Jesus Christ. Does that sound like something you want to do?

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: River’s Edge Group Camp Director

Department: Programs

Reports To: Site Director

Works With: The Program Team in the overall direction of Camp Eagle Programs, the summer camp team (Headwaters Summer Camps and Eagle Quest Wilderness Discipleship) in the planning and operations of summer camps, and the River’s Edge Group Camp staff in the oversight and direction of River’s Edge Group Camps.

Direct Reports: One Full-time Program Assistant, One part-time Administrative Assistant, and Summer staff of 50+

Job Purpose: Direct and manage the River’s Edge Group Camp program in a way that meets the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of the youth while they are here.

Job Duties: The following are the primary areas of responsibility that evaluations are based on, as we are all one team. From time to time, others may schedule your help.

Marketing:
Implement and carry out a strategic marketing plan that reaches our target demographic and fits with the overall Camp Eagle campaign. This will involve both on-site and off-site marketing efforts.
Maintain relationships with vendors, agents, churches, and pastors.
Grow camper numbers each year to reach maximum capacity and budgeted goals.

Program Development
Train and supervise summer staff (Counselors, program staff) on group facilitating, high elements, curriculum, and leading Bible studies.
Create and maintain a first-class Christian summer camp experience for youth groups in 6th-12th grade that meets the needs of youth and churches in the present culture with the truth of God’s Word.
Establish a biblical curriculum each year that fits with a relevant theme and makes the Bible come alive for youth.
Minister to youth pastors and churches year-round through consistent contact.
Safety and Compliance awareness and implementation for all areas of the program

Staff Recruiting and Development
Partner with the Summer Camp team in recruiting Christ-like college-age students.
Obtain and maintain necessary certifications to adequately and lawfully train summer staff.
Lead college-age staff in carrying out the Camp Eagle mission while leading an exemplary personal life.
Create an environment of encouragement and accountability for summer staff.

Other Duties of ALL Camp Eagle Staff:
Camp Eagle operates year-round. We have guests on the premises almost every day of the year. Serving guests is our number one priority, and therefore, ALL staff must participate in guest service in some capacity. Tasks may include cooking, cleaning, facilitating group activities, running retail locations, general maintenance of camp property, and work projects as needed. There are often groups here on weekends, and all staff members will be required to work certain weekends as needed.

Character, Education, Abilities, Skills, Experience:
The Group Camp Director will have a vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ as expressed in the conservative, evangelical Christian faith; a willing, hard working, and growth oriented attitude; be above reproach in all areas of life; be a forward thinker and team player; a love for youth, pastors and churches and a desire for their spiritual formations; as well as possessing a:
Bachelor's Degree in camping or other ministry-related degree
5 Years of Experience in Marketing
Mature knowledge of God’s Word
2 years in a ministry leadership role
Ability to clearly communicate and lead a team
Appreciation for and experience in outdoor adventure activities

Work Context:
This job will be performed primarily on location at Camp Eagle except during the marketing season.

Travel:
Required during the winter season for marketing and meeting with pastors. Use of Camp Eagle vehicles is available for travel. Camp Eagle reimburses for food and lodging as necessary.
Compensation: Salary pay, on-site housing, Health Plan, 401(k) retirement package after one year of full-time status, and paid vacation time according to the time-off policy. Also, basic utilities and FMLA benefits, temporary guest housing, and periodic camp meals.
Disclaimer: This Job Description is not intended to be complete. It is only intended to give a good idea of what this job will be like.

To Apply for this position copy this link into your browser: https://apply.campeagle.org?startApp=a11Rp000009phXC&startName=Group%20Camp%20Director

Time:  Full-Time Year Round
Salary:  Paid
Category:  Programming

Updated: 8/27/2025 6:32:01 AM