Camp Horton Summer 2026 - Camp Director

D.R. Horton•Arlington, TX

13d

About The Position

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Camp Director. The right candidate is responsible for the overall planning, administration, and operation of our West Texas Children’s Camp. Our camp offers an array of camper-friendly activities, including ATV trail rides, swimming, fishing, hiking, and competitive games while instilling good manners and vital life skills in campers aged 9-13. This role ensures a safe, engaging and inclusive experience for all campers and staff. During the off-season, the Camp Director provides administrative support for Camp Horton, our Fort Stockton Ranches, and Corporate Resources from our Corporate office located in Arlington, TX. The ideal candidate excels at multitasking and has a genuine passion for empowering young minds. They embody patience, enthusiasm, and confidence while guiding and motivating camp staff and campers. Our goal is to create an environment where kids can simply be kids, and we believe an outstanding Camp Director makes that possible.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in recreation management, education, business administration, or a related field
Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in camp, youth programming, or hospitality management
Demonstrated administrative, budgeting, and organizational skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills are required
Advanced computer skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new programs/systems quickly is essential
Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to use camp vehicles to transport staff, campers and navigate between ranches

Nice To Haves

Current certifications in CPR/First Aid
Willingness to relocate to Fort Stockton during camp season (2 Months) and work at the Arlington office during the off-season
Desire and ability to work with children in an outdoor setting

Responsibilities

Direct and oversee all aspects of camp operations including but not limited to programming, staff supervision and ensuring the well-being of all participants
Recruit, hire, train, and manage seasonal camp staff
Implement safety procedures, risk management strategies, and emergency protocols
Coordinate camp schedules, activities, and special events
Manage camper registration, discipline, and parent communications
Oversee camp budgets and purchasing to ensure efficient use of resources
Maintain all necessary licensing, certifications, and compliance with local and state regulations
Serve as the on-site representative for D. R. Horton’s mission, values, and standards
Perform administrative duties for camp, ranch operations, and the corporate office
Assist with planning, budgeting, staffing and strategic development for future camp/hunting seasons
Provide scheduling, reporting, and project management support
Monitor vendor contracts, facility maintenance, and resource allocation
Maintain all necessary operational, employee, financial and compliance records
Serve as the primary point of contact for all ranch/camp staff, vendors and corporate stakeholders
Support personnel and payroll processes as needed for camp/ranch staff
Develop long-term plans for the ranch's operations and growth
Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner, with clear communication and collaboration, to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
Ability to travel overnight