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Family Programming

Join us for the for a beloved Camp Gallagher family camp session. Staff help create magic for families by running crafts, waterfront activities, challenge course activities, games and more.  

Pay and Benefits

  • Daily pay starting at $100 a day

  • Optional professional development workshops on concepts that extend beyond camp, such as resume-building

Schedule

  • Family Camp 1 – June 21-23, 2024

  • Family Camp 2 – August 2-4, 2024

Positions

  • Summary:

    The family camp head cook manages the daily operation's camp's food service during family camp sessions, including menu planning, inventory and ordering, food preparation and cooking, kitchen cleaning and sanitation, and kitchen staff supervision.

    Classification: Exempt 13(a)(3)

    Compensation: $115 a day

    Number of days: 3-6

    Responsibilities:

    • Manage the daily operations of the camp food and dining service, including:

      • developing well-balanced, nutritious menus with attention to dietary requirements and in consultation with the summer youth programs head cook

      • coordinating with summer youth programs head cook to conduct inventory and order of food, equipment, supplies in alignment with program budget

      • safely preparing, serving, and storing tasty food for all family camp participants and staff

      • conducting routine maintenance, sanitation, and upkeep of camp kitchen and equipment

      • managing kitchen staff, including rotating support staff and kitchen volunteers, with attention to scheduling

      • ensuring staff and participants know and follow safety guidelines in the kitchen

    • Participate in and help lead camp activities, including but not limited to sundown and campfire

    • Uphold Camp Gallagher mission and values, including demonstrating respect and proactive care for all campers, staff, visitors, the natural environment, equipment and facilities.

    Required Skills and Competencies:

    • Must be at least 18 years of age

    • Experience in supervision

    • Experience in institutional or large-scale food service setting

    • Knowledge of and experience in food service, including ordering, inventory, budgeting, food preparation, family-style serving, and sanitation.

    • Ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse groups of people in alignment with Camp Gallagher’s values of inclusion and belonging

    • Ability to participate in activities that involve rigorous physical activity in an institutional kitchen including standing, lifting, bending.

    • Have or be able to obtain current CPR/AED & First Aid certification

    • Have or be able to obtain current Washington Food Worker’s card

    • Commitment to support Camp Gallagher’s mission

    Effective October 18, 2021, Camp Gallagher requires all staff to receive a COVID-19 vaccine and to provide proof of inoculation including Booster.

    Camp Gallagher is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to growing and evolving as a culture that is reflective of all of our community members.

  • Summary:

    The family camp assistant cook helps in the daily operations of the camp's food service during family camp sessions. When not in the kitchen the assistant cook participates in other programming such as sundown, campfire, games, etc.

    Classification: Exempt 13(a)(3)

    Compensation: $100 a day

    Number of days: 3-6

    Responsibilities:

    • Assist in the daily operations of the camp food and dining service, including:

      • safely preparing, serving, and storing tasty food for all family campers and staff

      • conducting routine maintenance, sanitation, and upkeep of camp kitchen and equipment

      • coordinating schedules and job tasks with head cook, other kitchen staff, volunteers, and staff

    • Participate in and help lead camp activities, including but not limited to sundown, campfire, games, and details

    • Uphold Camp Gallagher mission and values, including demonstrating respect and proactive care for all campers, staff, visitors, the natural environment, equipment and facilities.

    Required Skills and Competencies:

    • Must be at least 18 years of age

    • Possess the flexibility, emotional maturity, and communication skills to work in a rustic, communal setting

    • Ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse groups of people in alignment with Camp Gallagher’s values of inclusion and belonging

    • Ability to participate in activities that involve rigorous physical activity in an outdoor setting including, but not limited to hiking, boating, camping, and swimming

    • Have or be able to obtain current CPR/AED & First Aid certification

    • Have or be able to obtain current Washington Food Worker’s card

    • Commitment to support Camp Gallagher’s mission

    Effective October 18, 2021, Camp Gallagher requires all staff to receive a COVID-19 vaccine and to provide proof of inoculation including Booster.

    Camp Gallagher is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to growing and evolving as a culture that is reflective of all of our community members.

  • Summary:

    The family camp challenge course specialist develops and delivers challenge activities designed with attention to group age, abilities, interests, and goals, and helps run other programming areas when the challenge course is closed.

    Classification: Exempt 13(a)(3)

    Compensation: $100 a day

    Number of days: 3-6

    Responsibilities:

    • Deliver a fun, outcomes-based challenge course program, including:

      • developing rotation activities that meet camper, group, and program goals.

      • assessing abilities of campers and staff environmental factors and adapt activities and instruction as needed

      • ensuring camp staff and campers know and follow safety and educational procedures.

      • managing and caring for physical facilities and equipment in the challenge program area by following written protocols in the challenge course manual

    • Participate in and help lead camp activities, including but not limited to sundown, campfire, games, and details

    • Uphold Camp Gallagher mission and values, including demonstrating respect and proactive care for all campers, staff, visitors, the natural environment, equipment and facilities.

    Required Skills and Competencies:

    • Must be at least 18 years of age at the start of the first youth session

    • Possess the flexibility, emotional maturity, and communication skills to work and live in a rustic, communal setting

    • Ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse groups of people in alignment with Camp Gallagher’s values of inclusion and belonging

    • Ability to participate in activities that involve rigorous physical activity in an outdoor setting including, but not limited to hiking, boating, camping, and swimming

    • Have or be able to obtain current certification in challenge course operation or document experience and training

    • Have or be able to obtain current CPR/AED & First Aid certification

    • Commitment to support Camp Gallagher’s mission

    Effective October 18, 2021, Camp Gallagher requires all staff to receive a COVID-19 vaccine and to provide proof of inoculation including Booster.

    Camp Gallagher is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to growing and evolving as a culture that is reflective of all of our community members.

  • Summary:

    The family camp crafts specialist develops and delivers crafts activities designed with attention to group age, abilities, interests, and goals, and helps run other programming areas when the craft shop is closed.

    Classification: Exempt 13(a)(3)

    Compensation: $100 a day

    Number of days: 3-6

    Responsibilities:

    • Deliver a fun, outcomes-based crafts program, including:

      • developing rotation activities that meet camper, group, and program goals

      • designing and delivering instruction that makes use of different mediums, respects and attends to camp’s natural environment, and uses the art resources most efficiently and sustainably

      • assessing abilities of campers and staff environmental factors and adapt activities and instruction as needed

      • ensuring camp staff and campers know and follow safety and educational procedures

      • managing and caring for physical facilities and equipment in the crafts program area by following written protocols in the crafts manual, including maintaining a clear inventory and submitting order requests

    • Participate in and help lead camp activities, including but not limited to sundown, campfire, games, and details

    • Uphold Camp Gallagher mission and values, including demonstrating respect and proactive care for all campers, staff, visitors, the natural environment, equipment and facilities.

    Required Skills and Competencies:

    • Must be at least 18 years of age at the start of the first youth session

    • Possess the flexibility, emotional maturity, and communication skills to work and live in a rustic, communal setting

    • Ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse groups of people in alignment with Camp Gallagher’s values of inclusion and belonging

    • Ability to participate in activities that involve rigorous physical activity in an outdoor setting including, but not limited to hiking, boating, camping, and swimming

    • Have documented experience in arts and crafts instruction

    • Commitment to support Camp Gallagher’s mission

    Effective October 18, 2021, Camp Gallagher requires all staff to receive a COVID-19 vaccine and to provide proof of inoculation including Booster.

    Camp Gallagher is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to growing and evolving as a culture that is reflective of all of our community members.

  • Summary:

    The family camp waterfront and boating specialist develops and delivers waterfront and boating activities designed with attention to group age, abilities, interests, and goals, and helps run other programming areas when the craft shop is closed.

    Classification: Exempt 13(a)(3)

    Compensation: $100 a day

    Number of days: 3-6

    Responsibilities:

    • Deliver a fun, outcomes-based waterfront program, including:

      • developing rotation activities that meet camper, group, and program goals

      • assessing abilities of campers and staff environmental factors and adapt activities and instruction as needed

      • ensuring camp staff and campers know and follow safety and educational procedures

      • supervising all waterfront activities, including lifeguarding and coordinating lifeguard shifts with other staff

      • managing and caring for physical facilities and equipment in the waterfront program area by following written protocols in the waterfront manual

    • Participate in and help lead camp activities, including but not limited to sundown, campfire, games, and details

    • Uphold Camp Gallagher mission and values, including demonstrating respect and proactive care for all campers, staff, visitors, the natural environment, equipment and facilities.

    Required Skills and Competencies:

    • Must be at least 18 years of age at the start of the first youth session

    • Possess the flexibility, emotional maturity, and communication skills to work and live in a rustic, communal setting

    • Ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse groups of people in alignment with Camp Gallagher’s values of inclusion and belonging

    • Ability to participate in activities that involve rigorous physical activity in an outdoor setting including, but not limited to hiking, boating, camping, and swimming

    • Prior experience lifeguarding, instructing, or boating on waterfront similar to Camp Gallagher’s

    • Have or be able to obtain current CPR/AED & First Aid certification

    • Have or be able to obtain current lifeguard certification

    • Have or be able to obtain current small craft safety certification or documented training and experience

    • Have or be able to obtain current WA State boater’s license

    • Commitment to support Camp Gallagher’s mission

    Effective October 18, 2021, Camp Gallagher requires all staff to receive a COVID-19 vaccine and to provide proof of inoculation including Booster.

    Camp Gallagher is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to growing and evolving as a culture that is reflective of all of our community members.

  • Summary:

    The assistant director in charge of family camp sets family camp goals; hires, trains, and supervises staff; plans and delivers camp activities and events; and assists in the management of the overall camp operation as related to family camp sessions.

    Classification: Exempt 13(a)(3)

    Compensation: $115 a day

    Number of days: 3-6

    Responsibilities:

    • Oversee the hiring and training of staff and volunteers for all family camp sessions

    • Collaborate with staff from diverse backgrounds and styles to deliver transformative summer camping experience for campers families by

      • working with staff to ensure activities are prepared and implemented in such a way that they meet camp outcomes and the abilities/interests of campers

      • supervising staff across program areas and positions, assessing staff abilities in delivering program quality and providing regular feedback and coaching

      • coordinating and leading all camp programs including but not limited to meals, sundown, choice day, games, and campfire

      • overseeing management and care of physical facilities and equipment in all areas of camp

      • developing and implementing schedules and records for all areas of camp and facilities

      • ensuring all campers and staff know and follow safety and educational procedures

    • Participate in program planning and delivery during both structured activities including but not limited to archery, challenge course, crafts, sundown, campfire, etc., and spontaneous activities created in response to camper interests and program goals.

    • Maintain high standards for physical and emotional health safety of campers and self through supervision; pro-active community building; knowledge of and implementation of safety guidelines; awareness of personal, environmental, and equipment-based factors; recognition and treatment of personal health needs, including but not limited to ensuring participants receive medications as directed by health care manager.

    • Uphold Camp Gallagher mission and values, including demonstrating respect and proactive care for all campers, staff, visitors, the natural environment, equipment and facilities.

    Required Skills and Competencies:

    • Must be at least 21 years of age

    • Possess the flexibility, emotional maturity, and communication skills to work and live in a rustic, communal setting

    • Ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse groups of people in alignment with Camp Gallagher’s values of inclusion and belonging

    • Ability to observe behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management and rescue techniques.

    • Ability to participate in activities that involve rigorous physical activity in an outdoor setting including, but not limited to hiking, boating, camping, and swimming

    • Have documented experience in administrative role in similar setting

    • Have documented experience or current instructional certification in program areas

    • Have or be able to obtain current CPR/AED & First Aid certification

    • Have or be able to obtain current Washington Food Worker’s card

    • Have or be able to obtain current lifeguard or small craft safety certification, preferred

    • Have or be able to obtain WA State Boater’s license, preferred

    • Commitment to support Camp Gallagher’s mission

    Effective October 18, 2021, Camp Gallagher requires all staff to receive a COVID-19 vaccine and to provide proof of inoculation including Booster.

    Camp Gallagher is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to growing and evolving as a culture that is reflective of all of our community members.

  • Summary:

    The family camp general staff helps in the development and delivery of the overall family camp program.

    Classification: Exempt 13(a)(3)

    Compensation: $100 a day

    Number of days: 3-6

    Responsibilities:

    • Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of participants during programming time.

    • Participate in and help lead camp activities, including but not limited to sundown, campfire, games, and details.

    • Ensure the participants know and follow safety and emergency procedures.

    • Assist in the management of facilities and equipment.

    • Uphold Camp Gallagher mission and values, including demonstrating respect and proactive care for all campers, staff, visitors, the natural environment, equipment and facilities.

    Required Skills and Competencies:

    • Must be at least 18 years of age

    • Possess the flexibility, emotional maturity, and communication skills to work in a rustic, communal setting

    • Ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse groups of people in alignment with Camp Gallagher’s values of inclusion and belonging

    • Ability to participate in activities that involve rigorous physical activity in an outdoor setting including, but not limited to hiking, boating, camping, and swimming

    • Have or be able to obtain current CPR/AED & First Aid certification, preferred

    • Have or be able to obtain current Washington Food Worker’s card

    • Commitment to support Camp Gallagher’s mission

    Effective October 18, 2021, Camp Gallagher requires all staff to receive a COVID-19 vaccine and to provide proof of inoculation including Booster.

    Camp Gallagher is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to growing and evolving as a culture that is reflective of all of our community members.

Please note: if you are applying for youth summer programming, you do not need to fill out an additional application.


 
 

Camp Gallagher is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to growing and evolving as a culture that is reflective of all of our community members.