Director of Wilderness & Adventure Programs

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Director of Wilderness & Adventure Programs

FLSA Status : Full Time - exempt

Reports to : Camp Director

Schedule : 40 hours

Supervises : N / A

Rate of Pay : $58,240

Closing Date : 11 / 13 / 2025

Benefits : Standard; Full-Time, Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following :

• Health, vision, dental, life as well as voluntary life and disability insurance
• Sick leave benefit – 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire)
• Vacation benefit – 20 vacation days per year, accrued at the rate of .0769 hours for each hour worked (accrual begins at hire but may not be used until the completion of six months of employment)
• One floating day off for use (accrued immediately, and again annually, but may not be used until the completion of the initial three-month introductory period of employment)
• Pension Plan (after one year of continuous service)
• Voluntary Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan (403(b)plan)

Function

The Director of Wilderness & Adventure Programs oversees the planning, development, and execution of wilderness and adventure programs at High Peak Camp. This position is responsible for designing outdoor activities, securing necessary permits, maintaining wilderness areas, and leading ministry-based programming in outdoor settings. They also collaborate with camp leadership to rebuild and evolve Salvation Army Wilderness Summer Programs, maintain high-risk activities and structures, and oversees all program activity areas of camp on a year-round basis for both summer camp and guest groups. The role requires outdoor leadership skills, safety certifications, and a commitment to integrating ministry into all wilderness experiences.

Duties and Responsibilities

Plan and lead hikes and camping trips for guests and campers, both on-site and in surrounding areas

Lead devotions at breakfast, campfires, and during hikes

Work with Property Manager to design and maintain tent platforms and structures in Wilderness areas

Collaborate with Camp Director and Director of Youth Ministries on program development

Expand outreach across the Intermountain Division through Wilderness Ministries with the DYM.

Obtain certification and training for high ropes course, climbing tower, zipline, and archery operations. Level 1 required, Level 2 preferred for archery and challenge course certifications

Maintain in good working order all program areas and equipment (to include the sports field and equipment, ponds, mini golf, disc golf, low ropes, archery tag, fishing equipment, snowshoes, ice skates, Fort, etc.) for year-round guest group usage. Recommend areas of improvements and equipment upgrades to Camp Director.

Assist Camp Director with ACA accreditation and Colorado Childcare Licensing as it pertains to activity areas.

Education, Experience, Skills, Qualifications

Wilderness First Responder (WFR) Certification (required)

Strong leadership and mentoring skills

Ability to obtain certifications for high ropes, climbing tower, zipline, and archery operations

A minimum age of 21 (for insurance provision) and possession of a valid in-state driver’s license is required.

Continued employment will be contingent upon a biennial (every two years) background check that is processed in accordance with The Salvation Army’s policies.

Physical Requirements