Program Director

Qualifications:

• Is at least 21 years of age.
  Has a current certification from the Camp Management Section of Scouting America National Camping School.
• Is familiar with and will follow the policies on camping set by the National Council, the Natural State Council, and the State of Arkansas.
• Is a person of good health and be able to bear the mental strain of this position.
• Has business sense, sound judgement, an enthusiastic attitude, and unquestioned honesty.
• Has knowledge of Scout-type camping as practiced in the Natural State Council.
• Is First Aid/C.P.R./AED certified.
• Is a registered member of Scouting America.
• Practices the Scout Oath and Law as a way of life.

Responsibilities:

• Report directly to the Camp Director.
• Follow and maintain the policies of the Natural State Council, Scouting America, and local, state, and federal laws.
• Assist the Camp Director in the supervision of camp wide and evening programs, activities, and troops,
• Recruit, interview, hire, train, and supervise the best staff for camp with the Camp Director.
• Responsible for the management and operation of the camp with the Camp Director.
• Responsible for the vice-chairman role of all camp staff meetings.
• Ensure the complete cooperation of all staff in serving the needs of the troops.
• Be a friendly counselor, with the responsibility and authority for clearly interpreting the policies and practices of the camp.
• Carry out the policies and standards for camping as established by the State of Arkansas, National Scouting America, and Natural State Council, with the Camp Director.
• Ensure that the basic Scouting program is provided and that campers have significant experiences in typical Scouting activities.
• Deal skillfully with parents and other visitors.
• Measure the use of Program Areas, evaluate all directors, and improve upon effectiveness of these sections.
• Meet with the Camp Director, Camp Commissioner and Area Directors daily.
• Ensure the Scouting program is provided and that campers have significant experiences in Scouting activities.
• Deal skillfully with parents and other visitors.
• Participate in camp wide events, including flag assemblies.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Scout Executive.
• Promote and maintain a positive and fun, safety-conscious attitude in all aspects of our camp atmosphere and ensure that all staff work as a team to accomplish the mission and vision of Camp Orr, Natural State Council, Scouting America.