Camp Program Director - Music Conservatory (3650)

About this opportunity:  

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.   

• 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 Employer: Veterans | Disabled