Walter Scott Camp & Learning Center has long been a place where faith is nurtured, relationships are strengthened, and lives are transformed through retreat, fellowship, service, and spiritual formation. As the Future Living Waters Region continues to build toward a shared future, we are seeking a faithful and capable leader to help steward this sacred ministry.

The Administrator & Caretaker will provide leadership for the daily operation, hospitality, maintenance, and care of the camp while cultivating a welcoming, Christ-centered environment for guests, congregations, volunteers, and community partners. This unique position combines ministry, hospitality, administration, facilities management, and care for creation.

Individuals who feel called to ministry through stewardship, service, hospitality, and camp leadership are encouraged to explore this opportunity.

Applications are due July 15, 2026, and will be reviewed as they are received.

The complete position description follows below.

Camp Administrator & Caretaker

Walter Scott Camp & Learning Center

Future Living Waters Region, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

Position Summary

The Camp Administrator & Caretaker seeks to cultivate a Christ-centered environment of ministry, hospitality, community, and spiritual formation for all who enter the grounds of Walter Scott Camp & Learning Center.

This individual will help foster a deep appreciation for stewardship of God’s creation while creating a welcoming and spiritually nurturing space for guests, congregations, retreats, and youth throughout the Future Living Waters Region.

This position combines hospitality, administration, facilities management, and ministry presence. The ideal candidate will possess a servant’s heart, practical leadership skills, and a passion for creating sacred spaces where lives can be transformed.

Primary Responsibilities

Hospitality & Relationship Building

Build and maintain strong relationships with:

• User groups and retreat guests
• Volunteers and donors
• Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) congregations and clergy
• Community partners and regional ministries

Responsibilities include:

• Providing consistent communication and coordination through both individual and group outreach
• Fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and spiritually grounded atmosphere for all guests

Administration & Operations

• Oversee scheduling and coordination of camp and facility usage
• Manage financial and administrative responsibilities related to camp operations
• Coordinate the staffing, stocking, and preparation of the commercial kitchen
• Ensure compliance with all applicable legal and safety requirements, including:
  • Annual health inspections
  • Wastewater management
  • Safety and operational standards
  • Background check compliance

Facilities & Grounds Management

• Maintain camp buildings, grounds, and equipment through routine upkeep and basic repairs
• Coordinate with outside contractors and professionals when specialized work is required
• Help develop and implement sustainable and environmentally responsible practices for facility care
• Organize and oversee volunteer workdays and onsite improvement projects

Leadership & Supervision

• Recruit, train, supervise, and support part-time and seasonal staff
• Coordinate volunteers and project teams
• Help create a collaborative and mission-focused work environment

Required Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a Food Manager’s License
• Ability to perform basic maintenance and repair tasks
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic proficiency with Google Workspace, including:
  • Gmail
  • Google Docs
  • Google Sheets
  • Google Drive
• Ability to successfully pass annual multi-state criminal and sex offender background checks

Preferred Qualifications

• Existing relationship with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
• Knowledge of Creation Care principles
• Familiarity with sustainable and environmentally responsible facility management
• Experience in nonprofit administration or camp ministry

Working Conditions

• Approximately 25–50% of work performed outdoors
• Schedule varies based on camp reservations and seasonal programming:
  • Spring and Fall: primarily weekend responsibilities
  • Summer: primarily weekday responsibilities
• Limited travel (0–10%) for regional staff meetings, retreats, and assemblies

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time salaried position
• Onsite housing provided, including:
  • Three-bedroom residence
  • Two bathrooms
  • Walkout basement
  • Attached garage
• 14% fringe benefit allocation (healthcare or pension)
• Use of camp vehicle/truck for approved work-related responsibilities

About the Future Living Waters Region

The Future Living Waters Region of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is committed to cultivating healthy congregations, courageous leadership, and transformational ministry.

Walter Scott Camp & Learning Center serves as a sacred space for spiritual growth, retreat, fellowship, and lifelong faith formation.

Applicants who feel called to ministry through hospitality, stewardship, and camp leadership are encouraged to apply.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit:

• Cover letter
• Résumé
• Three references, including one from a Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) minister in good standing within their region

Applications should be submitted by July 15, 2026 to:

Dr. William E. Crowder, Jr.
Regional Minister & President
[email protected]

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will remain open until filled.