Camp Security Specialist (3862)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Burkesville, KY

140d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for monitoring and ensuring the safety and well-being of camp facilities and buildings to ensure compliance with housing rules and policies and to protect the safety of camp staff and children.

Requirements

Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
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 the strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
Some physical requirements of the Camp Security position include endurance, including climbing, standing, bending, stooping, and stretching.
Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity are required to manipulate security equipment and perform security activities.
Requires a normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Have a willingness to live in a camp setting and to work irregular hours, delivering a program at the facility available.
Operate with daily exposure to the sun, heat, and varying environmental conditions.
Six months of experience working with the public, with experience in a security or social service environment preferred, OR Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
CPR and First Aid Certification
Valid State Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

experience in a security or social service environment preferred

Responsibilities

Ensures buildings are unlocked in the morning for camp activities.
Keeps a security log of all incidents. Log to be turned into Camp Director each morning and bring to the Camp Director's attention any incidents that need immediate attention.
Monitors camp facilities throughout the night.