Camp Archery Specialist - Camp Keystone

Location: Camp Keystone, Starke, Florida Position Type: Temporary Full-Time About this opportunity: Coordinates archery activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the campers’ age and abilities. Assists in the management of the physical operation of the archery and related equipment. Key Responsibilities Teaches campers clear safety signals and range commands to control the activity at the firing line and during the retrieval of arrows.  Assists in the implementation of staff training for archery activities.  Trains other staff in the safety procedures at the archery range.  Ensures campers and staff follows safety procedures. Ensures that the archery range design includes: arrow stops and supplementary backstops/specific safety zones behind the target; clearly delineated rear and side safety buffers know to entire camp population; clearly defined shooting lines.  Maintains the archery equipment including bows, arrows, strings, and targets.  Monitors the success of the archery program.  Performs all duties in accordance with prescribed regulatory compliance guidelines as well as American Camp Association accreditation standards.  Secure and lock all archery equipment and the range at the end of each session.  Participates enthusiastically as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights and other all-camp activities and camp functions.  Sits with camper tables during meals and serve as a table monitor when needed.  Keeps personal living quarters neat, clean and ready for inspection.  Be available to participate and assist with camp programs and activities as directed by the Camp Director. Performs other duties as assigned. What we are looking for in you:  Two years’ experience in Archery activity preferred, or  Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Licenses and Certifications Certification in archery instruction – National Archery Association (Level 1 Archery Certification) CPR and First Aid Certification Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Some physical requirements of the Camp Archery Specialist position could be endurance including climbing, standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate activities are required.  Requires 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 work irregular hours delivering a program in the facility available.  Operate with daily exposure to the sun and heat and varying environmental conditions.  To learn more about Salvation Army Camps, click here! Why work for us: Since 1907, The Salvation Army has been operating camp programs across the southeast region of the United States. Today, The Salvation Army has eight camps in the South and over 40 across the country. Working at a Salvation Army camp isn’t like other jobs. You will earn an income, you will receive invaluable job experience, and you will make friendships that will last you a lifetime – but, unlike most other summer jobs, you will also powerfully impact the life of a child or teen for the better. At Salvation Army camps, disadvantaged kids (in particular) have three square meals a day, have the opportunity to further develop social skills, learn creation care, feel valued, and encounter God’s love. You will never regret saying “yes” to camp this summer. Apply for a Salvation Army camp and be part of something bigger than yourself: making lives better in Jesus’ name. Additional Information: Camp Staff Orientation will be held 06/4/2025 – 06/8/2025 and participation is required. The 2025 Summer Camp Program will be held 06/9/2025 – 07/19/2025. If you are unable to work the entire program session, please let us know on your application.  All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.  To apply, please select the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting. Application Submittal Period: January 1, 2025 – May 4, 2025 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.  Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled