Staff in Training

Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 05.21.2025

Hourly Wage: $350.00/Week

Hours Per Week: 40

Status: Exempt / Full Time – Temporary / Seasonal (JUNE 16 – AUGUST 15, 2025)

Number of Positions: 6

Department: Camp Kuratli at Trestle Glen

Position: Staff in Training (SIT)

Supervisor: Staff in Training Coordinator

 

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Camp Kuratli at Trestle Glen Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army Camp Kuratli at Trestle Glen will be a Christian sanctuary of rest, discovery, and growth for the neediest children in Oregon and Southern Idaho.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application, upload a resume.

To apply online go to:    Staff in Training

To apply in person go to 8495 SE Monterey Ave, Happy Valley, OR 97086. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Capt. Edgar Azueta at edgar.azueta @usw.salvationarmy.org or call (408) 843-0559. Capt. Azueta is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

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SCOPE OF POSITION: This is an active support role of the summer camp program and will alternate duties to learn the operating routines of: the dining hall/kitchen, service crew, camp counseling, and various program areas through assigned tasks.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
• Desire to work with youth.
• Be a Christian with a strong, demonstrative commitment to following Jesus Christ, and biblical principles, who is enthusiastic, energetic and creative in spiritual leadership.
• Possess leadership skills, with the ability to assist in supervision and care for a cabin of campers.
• Ability to assist in teaching and leading in a number of activities.
• Ability to communicate well with others from diverse backgrounds, ages, and nationalities.
• Ability to work in groups.
• Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to activities.
• Good character, integrity, and adaptability
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control
• Ability to read, write and communicate well in the English language.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under pressure.
• Good analytical skills
• Ability and willingness to keep information confidential.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Support Duties:
• Assist, with direction from assigned counselor, in supervising, actively engaging and leading campers during assigned program time.
• While the counselor is dealing with behaviors, assist with supervising and engaging campers, under the direction of the counselor.
• Communicate regularly with assigned counselor, conveying needs and concerns regarding campers.
• Assist in the implementation of cabin rules, and report immediately any camper misconduct.
• At least once: lead a camper devotion in your cabin, lead a cabin skit during campfire, participate in any element of chapel service.
• Set a good example for campers and others including cleanliness, punctuality, sportsmanship, and table manners.

Dining Hall and Service Duties:
• Set and clear tables for each meal.
• Assist in serving food during meals as requested.
• Maintain cleanliness of dining hall area including, tables, floors, serving lines and ba