Camp Eagle
Camp Director
Fincastle, VA
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Camp Eagle is pursuing a future Camp Director. The Camp Director leads all aspects of the camp's ministry. Camp Eagle is a 167-acre, year-round camp and retreat center hosting various church, school, ministry, and community retreats and a nine-week summer weekly overnight camp and day camp program.
The Camp Director oversees the Assistant Director, Operations & Program full-time staff, Food Service Director, Interns, Maintenance Director, Day Camp Director. He will work directly with the Camp Eagle Executive Committee and reports to the Executive Pastor of Shenandoah Baptist Church. A search team seeks candidates who fit the profile below in collaboration with the Camp Eagle Executive Board and Elders of Shenandoah Baptist Church.
DOCTRINAL BELIEFS
As an Associate Pastor of Shenandoah Baptist Church, the Camp Eagle Director must fully agree with the church's Statement of Faith and align with its ministry philosophy, goals, and direction. This must be reflected in church membership and involvement.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
The Camp Eagle Director must glorify God through:
A testimony of saving faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and a lifestyle of evident conversion
The biblical qualifications for an elder, overseer, or pastor (1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9)
A love for and faithfulness to God, God's Word, and God's Church
A love for and faithfulness to his home and family
A love for and faithfulness to the next generation
THE CAMP DIRECTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Leading the Camp Executive Board in formulating the budget and policies for the camp and expediting such administrative matters as may be necessary to carry out the purposes for which the camp was established.
Providing an overall evaluation and development of the camp staff by directly supervising the Marketing Staff, Counselors, Student Leadership Staff, Nursing Staff, Food Service Staff, Interns, and Maintenance Staff.
Working closely with the Business Administrator with reference to budget development, implementation, and control.
Providing supervision of camp-wide curriculum development and coordination.
Overseeing camp procedures and cultivating registrations in conjunction with the camp secretary.
Establishing long-term and short-range planning (Continuous Camp Improvement Plan) for the total camp ministry.
Conducting staff meetings when appropriate.
Serving as the Associate Pastor for Camp Ministries at Shenandoah Baptist Church in order to maintain mission and vision cohesiveness between the church and camp.
This role description is intended to represent key areas of responsibilities; specific assignments may vary from time to time, and other duties may be assigned.
MEET CAMP EAGLE
Camp Eagle has been ministering to individuals of all ages for more than 40 years through summer camps, retreats, and specialized group events. We desire to use the elements of Christian camping to provide fun and fulfillment for the present, hope for the future, and develop strong, impactful leaders who will turn the world upside down. This is accomplished by encouraging people to come out of their comfort zones and experience unique and fun activities while learning how to make a difference in our world. In other words, Camp Eagle puts life into action!
While we operate the facilities during the winter, spring & fall for ministry rentals, retreats, and special events, our premiere event is our annual summer camp. We provide a super-fun week separated from the distractions of the world and saturated in the Word of God.
We are one of the few camps with entirely air-conditioned facilities, and we have renovated and updated every facility on the property!
We provide two staff members for every group of ten to twelve campers. Each staff member is carefully selected and interviewed extensively regarding their Christian walk, spiritual growth, attitude of service, and willingness to learn. All staff submit to a federal background check, are rigorously trained, and are ready to build relationships with the campers.
Camp Eagle is a ministry of Shenandoah Baptist Church in Roanoke, VA.
Who satisfies your mouth with good things,
so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.
~ Psalm 103:5 ~
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WHAT YOU BRING
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in ministry or a related field preferred
Previous ministry leadership experience is required
Preference will be given to candidates with camp ministry experience
Experience in camp ministry or church administration is preferable
WHAT IT'S LIKE TO LIVE IN ROANOKE, VIRGINIA (25 minutes from Fincastle, VA)
With its high quality of life and low cost of living, the Roanoke area is a wonderful place to call home. The region's economy is strong, including major operations in insurance, banking, manufacturing, and automotive supply. Roanoke is also the hub of Carilion Clinic, one of Virginia's largest healthcare systems. The Roanoke Valley is home to several institutions of higher education, including Hollins University, Roanoke College, Virginia Western Community College, and multiple technical schools. Other colleges & universities are within an hour's drive, enriching Roanoke's educational offerings even further.
The region is well-known nationwide for its outdoor recreation. From hiking the Blue Ridge Mountains to fishing or kayaking in the scenic Roanoke River, or even visiting one of the many state parks within a short drive, the area offers endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Other local activities include annual festivals & parades, as well as concerts, theatrical performances, and sporting events.
PROCESS & TIMELINE
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to careers@sbcfamily.org.
Candidates will be reviewed until the position is filled.
For further information regarding the ministry of Camp Eagle, please visit campeagleva.org.
The Camp is also seeking an Assistant Camp Director, click the link below to learn more.