What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 Adventure Recreation- Summer Staff position at Ridgecrest Conference Center?
Description
Looking to serve Jesus this summer, but not sure how? Join us at Ridgecrest! The Ridgecrest Summer Staff program is designed to give young adults hands-on experience in the hospitality industry. We offer free housing, meals and paid positions for our summer team. Summer Staff can expect to work hard, have fun, and grow in their relationship with Jesus!
Adventure Recreation staff work hard so our guests can play! Adventure Recreation staff play many roles on our campus, including:
- Facilitating the high ropes course, climbing tower and zipline- some of these may include facilitation of team-building activities.
- Operating and running our laser tag area
- Managing the Rec Shack (running a register, checking out sporting equipment)
- Working with other teams on campus when Recreation duties cannot be done.
Requirements
- A genuine desire to make a huge impact for God’s glory
- Flexibility
- Bring a “Whatever It Takes” attitude to work everyday
- Excellent work ethic
- Ability to bend and lift repeatedly
- Ability to stand for majority of shifts
- Ability to follow directions well
Our Summer Staff are a dynamic team who have a genuine desire to come alongside Ridgecrest in our mission of Impacting Lives for God’s Glory. Summer Staff have the incredible opportunity to interact with and serve guests from all over the world from May-August. Our prayer is that our program is a life-changing experience. We want Summer Staff to experience God and encourage them as they grow in their relationship with Him, equip them with skills they will carry with them for years to come, and build a strong community among our team where they will meet lifelong friends. Here are a few things you will get to be a part of:
- Weekly discipleship programs (Chapel, Community Group, Service Projects, etc.)
- Planned events on campus (Sporting Events, All-Team Hangouts, Picnics, etc.)
- Serving in a behind-the-scenes role around Ridgecrest
Staffers must have an authentic and growing relationship with Jesus, have great communication skills, and be self-motivated. There will be long/busy days and staffers should be prepared to work hard both mentally and physically. We offer an opportunity for those in the program to learn and develop skills that are useful in everyday life. Through training and hands-on experience, you have the opportunity to learn about leadership and the responsibilities that come with it.