Summer Camp Staff Opportunities

Do you or anyone you know want to be a part of the Simon Kenton Council Camp Staff? We can always use more good Scouts and Scouters to join our staff family. If you are interested please contact the council service center (614-436-7200) to request an application, download an application from our website, get it from the appendix or we always have some available upon request at camp.  It’s the best possible way to spend a summer and is excellent experience for many different kinds of jobs later on in life.

Summer Camp Staff Applications Now Being Accepted

 The Simon Kenton Council is now accepting applications for positions at all of our Summer Camps.  The following positions are available at most camp:

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 Camp Director

Responsible for all details such as financial records, orders for program equipment, stocking and operating the trading post, health & safety, program concepts & content, and upkeep of equipment and facilities. Directly responsible for all administrative and financial parts of the camp including: trading post, dining hall, and registration. Hires staff and releases staff members. Member of Camp Management Committee. BSA Camp School certified. 21 years of age minimum. Reports to the Director of Camping.

Assistant Camp Director

Responsible for all delegated duties from the Camp Director. The Assistant Camp Director is in charge of camp in the absence of the Camp Director. Member of Camp Management Committee. BSA Camp School certified. 21 years of age minimum. Reports to the Camp Director.

Program Director

Responsible for the coordination of all Scout programs, staff training, OA operations and utilization of equipment and facilities. Must have in depth working knowledge of Scouting. Member of Camp Management Committee. Camp School certified for Program Management. 21 years of age minimum. Reports to the Camp Director.

Operations Director

Responsible for all financial aspects of camp operations including: trading post, registration, dining hall fees, and supply orders. The Operations Director shall have an in-depth knowledge of: trading post operations, State and BSA standards and requirements. Is also responsible for daily receipts and deposits. Prior camp experience required. Member of Camp Management Committee. BSA Camp School in Management, suggested. Reports to the Camp Director.

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Camp Commissioner

Responsible for troop/patrol program development to ensure that the unit has a well-rounded camp experience. Provides ad-hoc program activities to address special camper needs including skills presentations, hikes, special tours and leadership skills. Must have in-depth knowledge of the Scouting program and camp operation. Works with adult leaders to resolve issues within camp. Helps to facilitate the provisional troop experience. Works with Ecology/Conservation Director to implement conservation projects. Is responsible for adult and youth leader programs and facilitates leader roundtables, SPL meetings and inter-unit activities as assigned by the Program Director. Is responsible for troop campsite evaluations and administers troop/patrol awards programs. Oversees CITs. Oversees the volunteer Commissioner staff. Is at least 18 years old. BSA Camp School certification in Camp Commissioner preferred. Reports to the Program Director.

Clerk/Office Manager

Is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Camp Office and Quartermaster, i.e. answering the phone, taking messages and keeping the Camp Office in good order. Responsible for inventory and check out of camp equipment. Duties may also include general maintenance and upkeep of camp facilities. Must be at least 18 years old and very responsible. Reports to the Camp Director.

Trading Post Manager

Responsible for all merchandise and profits and losses incurred in Trading Post operation. Should have retail sales experience and must be at least 18 years old. Reports to the Business Manager.

Health Officer

Responsible for taking care of all camp injuries and illnesses. Chief medical and safety advisor for the Camp Director. Responsible for OSHA Bloodborne requirements. Must be at least E.M.T. certified. 21 years old. Reports to the Camp Director.

Dining Hall Steward

Assists in the food preparation and clean up as assigned. Is responsible for the supervision of the Kitchen and Dining Hall Staff. Responsible for dining hall orientation for units checking into camp. 16 years old. Reports to the Head Cook.

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Outdoor Skills Director

Responsible for the development, coordination and teaching of the: First Year Camper, Scoutcraft Area, and Handicraft Area Programs. He is the supervisor of the entire Scoutcraft Area. Teaches camping, cooking, pioneering, orienteering, wilderness survival, leather craft, pottery, basketry, etc. merit badges. Reports to the Program Director. Must be 18 years old.

Handicraft Director

Teaches leather working, basketry, Indian lore, and pottery merit badges. Responsible to the Program Director. 18 years old.

Shooting Sports Director

Responsible for all activities in bb, rifle, shotgun, and archery areas. Must be BSA Camp School certified. Reports to the Program Director. Must be 21 years old.

 Aquatics Director

Responsible for all safety, equipment, staff and program at the swimming pool and waterfront areas. Must be A.R.C., W.S.I./Lifeguard, and/or BSA Aquatics School certified (preferred). Must be certified in American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR certified. 21 years old. Reports to the Program Director.

Waterfront Instructor

Responsible to the Aquatics Director for areas of Aquatics Program assigned. Must be BSA Lifeguard certified or A.R.C., W.S.I./Lifeguard or BSA Aquatics School certified. Must be American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR certified. 18 years old. Reports to the Aquatics Director.

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Ecology/Conservation Director

Responsible for all conservation projects, nature and ecology merit badges, and special campsite improvement projects. Must be taking collegiate courses in, pursuing a career in Nature/Ecology Area or BSA Camp School Certified in Nature, preferred. 18 years old. Reports to the Program Director.

COPE Director

Plans Project COPE program in accordance with BSA policy and procedures. 21 years old. BSA Camp School certified. Reports to the Program Director.

Program Aides, Administrative Aides, Dining Hall Staff

Responsible for all tasks assigned by your area director. This includes: the development of lesson plans, kitchen operations, merit badge teaching, safety procedures, etc. Also responsible for participation in evening and special programs. Report to their own Area Director. All other aides and assistants need to be 16 years old.

Aide positions include:

      Outdoor Skills Aide      

      Ecology/Conservation Aide       

      Administrative Aide

      Shooting Sports Aide   

      Kitchen Aide                            

      COPE Aide

      Aquatics Aide

Counselor In Training (CIT) A and B

Responsible to the Program Director, CIT B's will be assigned to specific program areas. CIT A's assignments will be rotated on a daily or weekly basis depending on the number of CIT's in camp. They will receive experience in Aquatics, Scoutcraft, Nature, Trading Post and Dining Hall. Room and Board, staff gifts and accessories are the only form of compensation. 14 & 15 years old.

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