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Employment
Jobs at Warm Beach Camp
Making a Difference Serving Together
Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center welcomes your interest in service with us. Our staff community embraces the mission, values, and faith beliefs reflected on our mission statement page. We are a Christian community dedicated to living out our faith in Jesus Christ through service. We believe that Warm Beach Camp is used of God in direct proportion to the quality of its staff. It is crucial that each of us know Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior and be so personally acquainted with Him that we reflect Him in our attitude and manner, as well as in our actions.
Seasonal Part Time
Join The Lights of Christmas team
Last Updated: August 7th, 2019
The Lights of Christmas-Installation & Light Hanging Crew
Qualifications: Beyond the general qualifications for being on Warm Beach Camp staff, we are looking for people to assist on a crew that will hang Christmas lights, set up larger displays and canopy type tents, as well as general event preparations outside.
This position will begin September 3 and may continue through the end of January 2020. This is a seasonal position, part-time hourly 20-40 hours a week depending on availability and will include primarily daytime shifts. Must be 18 or older.
Accommodations Team Member-The Lights of Christmas
Description: Duties will include general housekeeping tasks related to guest rooms and facilities supporting The Lights of Christmas event. Laundry room shifts are available as well.
Qualifications: Beyond the general qualifications for being on Warm Beach Camp staff, we are looking for people who are flexible, teachable, work with minimal supervision and are team players. Must be age 15 or older.
These positions will begin in September. Shifts increase during December correlating with The Lights of Christmas schedule. Some positions have the potential to continue year-round. These are daytime, midweek and weekend shifts. Weekend availability is required.
Parking Captain-The Lights of Christmas
Must be 18 or older and physically able to be on your feet and outside for the duration of your shift. Duties include assisting in the parking of the vehicles during the event and supervising the volunteers assigned to your area while maintaining a safe customer service environment. Hours and shifts consist primarily of Thursday-Sunday afternoon/evenings, 6-8 hours nightly. Full availability encouraged for every night we are open. Positions will begin the last week of November.
Food Service
We have areas available in the Kitchen, Donut venue, Wait staff and Breakfast staff. Hours will vary but includes evening or morning shifts. Positions may begin as early as October or not until November and continue through end of December with the possibility to continue year round. Food Handler's Permit required upon hiring. Primarily age 18 or older positions remaining.
Pony Rides Lifter
The person in this position would have the privilege of lifting the excited children onto the back of a horse for their pony ride during the event! This position needs someone strong who can lift kids onto horses up to 15.2 hands high for each night of the event. They need to be good at interacting with customers (friendly, professional, polite, etc.) to both children and parents. They do not need extensive horse experience, but some is preferred.
Mission Statement of Warm Beach Camp
Warm Beach Camps and Conference center provides Christ-centered environments, experiences and resources to draw people to God through camping ministries, conferences and events. As a staff, one of our commitments is to carry out our responsibilities in a way that will "keep the path clear to the cross".
Vision; Changing lives and transforming communities by keeping the path clear to the cross.
Vision Imperatives:
- Deliver Christ-centered hospitality and programming;
- Introduce campers to Christ, help them grow in Christian living and prepare them for worldwide Christian service;
- Reach out to members of society who are often overlooked and marginalized;
- Provide individuals and camper groups with opportunities for rest and renewal in a setting that reveals the grandeur of God;
- Encourage the Body of Christ; and
- Produce positive societal change both locally and globally.
Zero Tolerance for Abuse:
Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center maintains a firm commitment to provide a safe and healthy work environment for its employees and quality services to its constituency. The success of this commitment depends largely upon the health of our employees. Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center recognizes that substance abuse has an adverse impact on employee health and impairs our ability to maintain a safe environment free from the effects of alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs. We conduct random drug tests at Warm Beach Camp. Submission to such testing is a condition of employment.
Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center maintains a sacred trust over the health and safety of any guests and staff especially children, our most vulnerable population. There is zero tolerance for abuse of any kind, physical, sexual or emotional. In order to protect against the potential of abuse, specific procedures are required of staff.
Seasonal Part Time Staff Application
To be considered for a position, all applicants must complete an application.
Application
Step 1. Click on link below to complete our part time Application online:
When your application is received, the Hiring Manager will review it, and will be in contact with you if appropriate. Hiring decisions will not be made until the application is received and references contacted with reference forms completed.
If you have questions, please email the Personnel Department or call them at 360-216-4262.
References
Those needing to complete a reference for an applicant can complete one here:
Complete the Seasonal Part Time Application Online:
Part Time
Last Updated: June 5th, 2019
No openings at this time.
Mission Statement of Warm Beach Camp
Warm Beach Camps and Conference center provides Christ-centered environments, experiences and resources to draw people to God through camping ministries, conferences and events. As a staff, one of our commitments is to carry out our responsibilities in a way that will "keep the path clear to the cross".
Vision; Changing lives and transforming communities by keeping the path clear to the cross.
Vision Imperatives:
- Deliver Christ-centered hospitality and programming;
- Introduce campers to Christ, help them grow in Christian living and prepare them for worldwide Christian service;
- Reach out to members of society who are often overlooked and marginalized;
- Provide individuals and camper groups with opportunities for rest and renewal in a setting that reveals the grandeur of God;
- Encourage the Body of Christ; and
- Produce positive societal change both locally and globally.
Zero Tolerance for Abuse:
Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center maintains a firm commitment to provide a safe and healthy work environment for its employees and quality services to its constituency. The success of this commitment depends largely upon the health of our employees. Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center recognizes that substance abuse has an adverse impact on employee health and impairs our ability to maintain a safe environment free from the effects of alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs. We conduct random drug tests at Warm Beach Camp. Submission to such testing is a condition of employment.
Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center maintains a sacred trust over the health and safety of any guests and staff especially children, our most vulnerable population. There is zero tolerance for abuse of any kind, physical, sexual or emotional. In order to protect against the potential of abuse, specific procedures are required of staff.
Part Time Staff Application
To be considered for a position, all applicants must complete an application.
Application
Step 1. Click on link below to complete our part time Application online:
When your application is received, the Hiring Manager will review it, and will be in contact with you if appropriate. Hiring decisions will not be made until the application is received and references contacted with reference forms completed.
If you have questions, please email the Personnel Department or call them at 360-216-4262.
References
Those needing to complete a reference for an applicant can complete one here:
Complete the Part Time Application Online:
Full Time
Last Updated: October 21, 2019
Volunteer Coordinator & Administrative Assistant
Are you...
- Detailed oriented
- A self-starter
- Love meeting new people
- Hospitable
If you answered yes to a number of these questions and you are a committed follower of Jesus seeking to make a meaningful difference through the avenue of Christian Camping, we would love to meet you!
This position is to support the overall Development effort of the Camp by working under the leadership of the Development Manager in the following areas: Supporting all aspects of the Volunteer ministry, keeping accurate volunteer and donor records, completing administrative tasks as assigned and helping with special events as needed.
Beyond the general qualifications for being on WBC staff, we are looking for a person with strong hospitality skills and organizational skills. This person must be a self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision, work well under pressure, meet multiple deadlines, maintain strict confidentiality and pay strong attention to detail.
This position may begin as soon as it is filled. This is a year-round, full-time hourly position, and may at times involve evening or weekend work.
For a full job description click here.
To apply, please use the Apply Now below and send your resume with an overview of why you feel you might be the right candidate to the Personal Department on the Contact Us webpage.
Sales Representative
Are you…
- Passionate about connecting people to solutions
- Gifted in verbal and written communication
- Effective at building relationships one on one and presenting to groups
- Confident in using new technology in communication
- Enthusiastic about the benefits of a camp, conference, and retreat experience
If you answered yes to a number of these questions and you are a committed follower of Jesus seeking to make a meaningful difference through the avenue of Christian Camping, we would love to meet you!
Warm Beach Camp and Conference Center is the Pacific Northwest’s premier camp, conference, and retreat ministry serving over 300 groups a year, plus hosting the regions’ largest Christmas festival, The Lights of Christmas. The position offers the chance to meet a wide range of church, school, and non-profit leaders looking for an event partner to make their program a success. From fielding inquiries, leading tours, conducting presentations, promoting at trade events, and working through event planning details, the Sales Representative holds the front-line, first point of contact for groups that we hope will call Warm Beach Camp home.
This position will report to the General Manager and have an office with Guest Services for maximum collaboration with in-house event support staff.
A full ministry description is attached and description of wages and benefits are available upon request. Opportunities for professional growth and development abound.
For a full job description click here.
To apply, please use the Apply Now below and send your resume with an overview of why you feel you might be the right candidate to the Personal Department on the Contact Us webpage. Best consideration will be given to those applications received by October 24, 2019.
Mission Statement of Warm Beach Camp
Warm Beach Camp and Conference Center provides Christ-centered environments, experiences and resources to draw people to God through camping ministries, conferences and events. As a staff, one of our commitments is to carry out our responsibilities in a way that will "keep the path clear to the cross".
Vision; Changing lives and transforming communities by keeping the path clear to the cross.
Vision Imperatives:
- Deliver Christ-centered hospitality and programming;
- Introduce campers to Christ, help them grow in Christian living and prepare them for worldwide Christian service;
- Reach out to members of society who are often overlooked and marginalized;
- Provide individuals and camper groups with opportunities for rest and renewal in a setting that reveals the grandeur of God;
- Encourage the Body of Christ; and
- Produce positive societal change both locally and globally.
Zero Tolerance for Abuse:
Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center maintains a firm commitment to provide a safe and healthy work environment for its employees and quality services to its constituency. The success of this commitment depends largely upon the health of our employees. Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center recognizes that substance abuse has an adverse impact on employee health and impairs our ability to maintain a safe environment free from the effects of alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs. We conduct random drug tests at Warm Beach Camp. Submission to such testing is a condition of employment.
Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center maintains a sacred trust over the health and safety of any guests and staff especially children, our most vulnerable population. There is zero tolerance for abuse of any kind, physical, sexual or emotional. In order to protect against the potential of abuse, specific procedures are required of staff.
Full Time Staff Application
Application
Step 1. Click on link below to complete the Year-Round Staff Application online:
When your application is received, the Hiring Manager will review it, and will be in contact with you if appropriate. Hiring decisions will not be made until an application is received and references contacted with reference forms completed.
If you have questions, please email the Personnel Department or call them at 360-216-4262.
References
Those needing to complete a reference for an applicant can complete one here:
Complete the Full Time Application Online:
Summer Staff
Join the team and change lives this summer!
2020 Position & Descriptions
Senior Staff
Horse Camp Head Counselor – Are you ready for one of the most rewarding summers of your life? We are seeking enthusiastic staff who love Jesus. While being a camp counselor at our overnight horse camps (Jr.-Sr. High age); you will grow in leadership, be challenged and blessed while loving on youth from all backgrounds and cultures, develop problem solving and teamwork skills and have opportunities to invest in the lives of others and make friendships to last a life time. It’s a job full of adventure and purpose! Must be comfortable around horses; riding ability not required. Completion of one year college desirable.
Special Friends Program Facilitator – Assist the Disabilities Ministries Director in implementing the Special Friends (adults with disabilities) camp programs for Overnight and Day Camp Programs. Also will be assigned to assist with one week of the Family Camp Programs. Responsibilities include cultivating the proper spiritual emphasis and atmosphere in the Special Friends program, leadership and planning of activity schedules, delegating leadership to counselors, supervising staff and volunteers, building a sense of teamwork, discipline of campers and counselors when needed, site preparations for games and events. Completion of two years of college desirable.
Special Friends RA/ Camp Pastor – Assist the Disabilities Ministries Director and Special Friends Program Facilitators in implementing the Special Friends (adults with disabilities) camp programs for Overnight and Day Camp. Also will be assigned to assist with one week of the Family Camp Programs. Responsibilities includes staff and volunteer support and oversight, activity planning and set up, spiritual development (leading evening chapels), camper support and other duties as assigned. Completion of two years of college desirable.
Program and Operational Staff
Horse Camp Counselor – Are you ready for one of the most rewarding summers of your life? We are seeking enthusiastic staff who love Jesus and kids. While being a camp counselor at our overnight horse camps (Jr.-Sr. High age); you will grow in leadership, be challenged and blessed while loving on youth from all backgrounds and cultures, develop problem solving and teamwork skills and have opportunities to invest in the lives of others and make friendships to last a life time. It’s a job full of adventure and purpose! Must be comfortable around horses; riding ability not required. Completion of one year college desirable.
Special Friends Counselor – Primarily responsible for the spiritual, emotional, relational and physical needs of the campers (special needs adults) at overnight and day camps. Duties may include leading Bible studies, recreation and games, singing, etc. Also may be assigned to assist with one week of the Family Camp Programs. Must be mature and conscientious with deep love in Jesus and servant’s heart toward people. Completion of one year college desirable.
Wrangler – Are you ready for one of the most rewarding summers of your life? We are seeking enthusiastic staff who love Jesus, horses and kids. This role includes teaching riding classes (using CHA standards), taking out trail rides, training young horses, retraining older horses, stable maintenance, general horse care and feeding, and mentoring junior staff. While being a wrangler; you will grow in leadership, be challenged and blessed while loving on youth from all backgrounds and cultures, develop problem solving and teamwork skills and have opportunities to invest in the lives of others while making friendships to last a life time. It’s a job full of adventure and purpose! Previous instructing experience preferred.
Adventure and Aquatics Guide – Do you have a desire to see people challenged and changed through adventure and fun? Come join the Christ centered Adventure and Aquatics team at Warm Beach Camp! You will get the opportunity to lead groups through our Adventure Park, Climbing Wall, Team Building programs, as well as Canoe trips, facilitating Swim sessions and more. If you enjoy challenging yourself, drawing closer to Christ and seeing others grow through outdoor experiences, this is the job for you! Not Lifeguard or Challenge Course certified? Don’t worry, Warm Beach Camp has training available throughout the year for both Aquatics and Challenge Course. Apply Now!
Camp Nurse – Work cooperatively with program managers and the Nurse Program Coordinator to deliver quality health care of campers. Operate professionally within the scope of own license while under the authority of the attending physician providing the Medical Standing Orders/Protocols. LPN or RN positions with Youth Camp, Special Friends Camp, and/or Horse Camp. Availability may be one week at a time to several weeks.
Food Service Worker – Serve on a dynamic team where every member performs multiple roles within the Food Service Team. Serve guests and campers, adding to their experience by preparing, presenting, and cleaning up for all aspects of meal and catering/snack service. Includes day and evening shifts. Food Handler’s Permit required upon hiring.
Accommodations Team Member – Would you like to serve in a ministry this summer? While this is more of a “behinds the scene” part of service it is vital to the guest and campers we serve and their positive experience here at Warm Beach Camp. Serve by preparing facilities for guest use, including sleeping rooms, meeting rooms, restrooms, and public spaces. Set-up chairs, tables, audio-visual equipment and stock vending machines. Duties will also include serving guest requests as they arise. Includes day and evening shifts.
Grounds Keeping – Serve with a team of year-round staff who care for 276 acres of lawns, forests, and pastures; over 100 buildings, and multiple projects. Along with regular maintenance, the primary focus is the care of pastures, trails and landscape areas. Must have an attitude of service and desire to work hard and see a quality job through completion and responsibly follow all safety instructions and safe operation of equipment.
Senior Staff
Horse Camp Head Counselor $400/wk (1 position)
Special Friends Program Facilitator $400/wk (2 positions)
Special Friends RA/Camp Pastor $400/wk (1 position)
Program and Operational Staff
Horse Camp Counselor $350/wk (3 positions)
Special Friends Counselor $350/wk (14 positions)
Wrangler $350/wk (2 positions)
Adventure and Aquatics Guide $350/wk (2 positions)
Camp Nurse $550/wk (4 positions)
Food Service Worker $325/wk (2 positions)
Accommodations Team Member $325/wk (2 positions)
Maintenance Groundskeeper $325/wk (1 position)
*Alumni receive an additional $20 to their weekly salary.
Important Information
- Standard summer staff contract is Mid-June through the end of August. See specific dates below.
- Staff must attend their “Staff Orientation” training at the beginning of summer and will receive a stipend for that orientation period. Contract pay will begin upon completion of orientation.
- Summer staff are required to live on-grounds in dorms or cabin style accommodations with other staff members or campers.
- Meals are provided during the week, and optional weekend meals. In most accommodations there is a kitchen available to make your own meals for your times off, if desired.
- Scheduled time off will depend largely on position and staffing each summer.
- We will interview applicants as they apply and will accept applications until all positions have been filled.
Important Dates- 2020 Staff
- Special Friends RA/Pastor positions are full summer commitments 6/19-8/21.
- Special Friends Counselors may choose to work the whole 8 weeks of summer or choose from the following terms:
- Term 1: June 29-July 27
- Term 2: July 26-August 21
- Required training for all Special Friends counselors will be June 19-28.
- Can't commit to a full 4 week term? Consider serving as a Special Friends volunteer. Learn more here.
- Horse Camp Counselor female positions are from 6/21-8/22.
- Horse Camp Counselor male positions are from 6/21-7/18.
- Wrangler positions are from 6/15-8/22.
- Accommodations, Food Service and Maintenance have the availability to start as early as May and/or go as late as September if desired. Would like a full summer commitment of 8 weeks min.
- Nurse commitments must be for at least 1 week.
- Adventure and Aquatic position have tentative contract dates mid-June through the end of August. *Full summer commitment.
Contract dates are flexible to some degree based on your availability but all exact dates are pre-arranged with hiring manager for your specific contract and your needs as well as the camp’s needs.
Mission Statement of Warm Beach Camp
Warm Beach Camps and Conference center provides Christ-centered environments, experiences and resources to draw people to God through camping ministries, conferences and events. As a staff, one of our commutments is to carry out our responsibilities in a way that will "keep the path clear to the cross".
Vision; Changing lives and transforming communities by keeping the path clear to the cross.
Vision Imperatives:
- Deliver Christ-centered hospitality and programming;
- Introduce campers to Christ, help them grow in Christian living and prepare them for worldwide Christian service;
- Reach out to members of society who are often overlooked and marginalized;
- Provide individuals and camper groups with opportunities for rest and renewal in a setting that reveals the grandeur of God;
- Encourage the Body of Christ; and
- Produce positive societal change both locally and globally.
Zero Tolerance for Abuse:
Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center maintains a firm commitment to provide a safe and healthy work environment for its employees and quality services to its constituency. The success of this commitment depends largely upon the health of our employees. Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center recognizes that substance abuse has an adverse impact on employee health and impairs our ability to maintain a safe environment free from the effects of alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs. We conduct random drug tests at Warm Beach Camp. Submission to such testing is a condition of employment.
Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center maintains a sacred trust over the health and safety of any guests and staff especially children, our most vulnerable population. There is zero tolerance for abuse of any kind, physical, sexual or emotional. In order to protect against the potential of abuse, specific procedures are required of staff.
Summer Staff Application
Now accepting applications for 2020! To be considered for a position, all applicants must complete an application. To apply for summer staff - you must be 18 or older by June 2020. Individuals 17 & younger, please check out our Summer High School Leadership Programs or part-time employment.
Application
Step 1. Click on link below to complete our Summer Staff Application online:
Application available October 2019.
When your application is received, the Hiring Manager will review it, and will be in contact with you if appropriate. Hiring decisions will not be made until an application is received and references contacted with reference forms completed.
If you have questions, please email the Personnel Department or call them at 360-216-4262.
References
Those needing to complete a reference for an applicant can complete one here:
Complete the Summer Staff Application
Reference Forms
References
Those needing to complete a reference for an applicant complete one here:
Zero Tolerance for Abuse:
Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center maintains a firm commitment to provide a safe and healthy work environment for its employees and quality services to its constituency. The success of this commitment depends largely upon the health of our employees. Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center recognizes that substance abuse has an adverse impact on employee health and impairs our ability to maintain a safe environment free from the effects of alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs. We conduct random drug tests at Warm Beach Camp. Submission to such testing is a condition of employment.
Warm Beach Christian Camps and Conference Center maintains a sacred trust over the health and safety of any guests and staff especially children, our most vulnerable population. There is zero tolerance for abuse of any kind, physical, sexual or emotional. In order to protect against the potential of abuse, specific procedures are required of staff.