Summer Staff Conference Center Program Lead

Mount Hermon Associationorporated • Mount Hermon, CA

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About The Position

The Program Lead coordinates and supports programmed activities at Mount Hermon Family Camp as directed by the Program Services Manager. Working as part of the Program team, the Lead implements intergenerational elements of the Family Camp program to help create a welcoming environment that fosters learning through program materials and activities.

This is a ministerial position. Ministerial staff are expected to demonstrate through their work, stewardship, relationships, and behavior that they are followers of Jesus Christ, while embracing and affirming MHA’s mission, vision, and beliefs. They help define, cultivate, and lead MHA’s Christian community, conference programs, and retreats.

The role leads portions of morning and evening programming, supports Family Camp productions and themed Conference Center elements, and helps lead summer staff in operational activities. It also involves coordinating with other departments and setting up and taking down program activities. The position may include assigned secondary roles and other duties as directed by the supervisor.

Requirements

• High school graduate.
• Current valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• At least 18 years of age due to the requirement for onsite community living.
• Leadership skills and emotional and spiritual maturity.
• Ability to communicate clearly, respectfully, and tactfully with camp speakers, musicians, and executives.
• Love for children and youth of all ages and ability to serve as a strong Christian role model.
• Ability to teach with patience and clear instruction.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Mature understanding and respect for leadership, peers, camp guidelines, and principles.
• Attention to detail.
• A service-oriented approach toward Family Camp guests and other MHA departments.
• Ability to lead guests.
• Self-starter.
• Creativity.
• Agreement to and compliance with MHA employee driving guidelines for MHA-owned vehicles and personal vehicles used for business purposes.
• Adherence to MHA’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Commitment statements.
• Adherence to the company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.
• Satisfactory completion of a background investigation and ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Some college experience.
• Prior camp experience.
• Prior work in theatrical production.

Responsibilities

• Lead elements of morning and evening programming and provide direction to support staff and guests.
• Assist with and oversee decorating and constructing themed elements for the Conference Center at Mount Hermon Family Camp.
• Serve as an additional point of contact for Family Camp productions, including skits, speakers, worship leaders, and programmed activities.
• Set up and tear down Family Camp activities and programming.
• Lead Summer Staff in operational elements of Family Camp.
• Coordinate with all departments to support the success of Mount Hermon Family Camp.
• Supervise summer staff during programmed activities or in support of the successful completion of Family Camp, in collaboration with the Program Services Manager and Chief of Staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Fulfill any assigned secondary role(s).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED