Staff Opportunities
Apply, Serve, and Grow at Lamoka Baptist Camp
Description
Serving on Camp Lamoka’s Summer Staff is an incredible opportunity! We are looking to hire men and women above the age of 14 who love the Lord and who are passionate about using their talents to glorify him. You’ll find a list and descriptions of our available positions in the tabs below. Most of our support staff positions are volunteer positions. This volunteer system allows us to keep the cost of camp lower for our campers while providing younger staff with first-hand ministry experience. Explore the tabs below to see summaries of the various opportunities at Camp Lamoka.
When you apply, you will be able to indicate where you would like to work this summer, but the Board of Directors and the Administrator may place you according to the needs of the camp. You may also be asked to fill several different positions throughout the course of a summer. We are looking for individuals who can commit to work the entire summer (7 weeks for most staff – 5 weeks for Counselors & 3 weeks for Day Camp Counselors) and attend our mandatory Staff Training Week at the end of June. If you have extenuating circumstances that keep you from working one week, please contact the office after you apply.
You must be at least 14 years old to apply. The number next to each position below indicates how old you have to be in order to serve in that position. Applications and references must be in no later than February 1st. A final staff list will be posted on our website in February or March. Please contact us if you have any further questions.
Summer Camp
Available Positions & Descriptions
Boat Dock Staff (16+)
Overview: Join our waterfront team on Lamoka Lake! Boat Dock Staff are responsible for managing boat dock operations, safely loading and unloading passengers, and strictly adhering to state safety guidelines. Candidates should be comfortable managing alternating periods of high and low activity throughout the day.
Concessions Staff (14+)
Overview: Manage our concession operations, including the Hunger Haven snack counter and the camp Gift Shop. Concessions Staff must be personable, highly detail-oriented, and capable of delivering excellent service during both peak rushes and quieter downtime.
Craft Barn Staff (14+)
Overview: Assist campers as they explore their creativity! Craft Barn Staff support a variety of art projects, help manage materials, and foster an engaging environment. Candidates should possess a strong aptitude for hands-on crafts, strong interpersonal skills, and adaptability during varying levels of activity.
Food Service Staff (14+)
Overview: Ensure meals are served efficiently in a clean and sanitized dining environment. Operating across both the Dining Hall and Dish Pit, Food Service Staff must have a strong work ethic, a passion for serving others, and the stamina to work long hours on their feet in a fast-paced environment.
Hospitality Staff/Crew (14+)
Overview: Serve on the front lines of campus cleanliness and upkeep. Perfect for those who prefer dynamic movement over sitting in one place, the Hospitality Crew maintains outdoor grounds (litter control and weeding), sanitizes facilities, assists with special campus projects (such as painting and organization), and warmly welcomes visitors.
Junior Lifeguard (16+) — Volunteer Position
Overview: Gain valuable waterfront experience as a junior trainee under the supervision of certified lifeguards.
Note on State Regulations: Due to state guidelines prohibiting individuals under 17 from serving as primary lifeguards during the summer season, this is a volunteer training position. If you are currently 17 or will turn 17 this summer, please contact us directly to discuss compensated opportunities and role parameters.
Maintenance Staff (16+)
Overview: Help keep our campus safe, fully operational, and well-maintained. Maintenance Staff perform hands-on physical labor, safely operate tools and equipment, and assist with physical upkeep. Candidates must demonstrate a strong work ethic, an uncompromising commitment to safety, and a helpful, friendly demeanor.
Media Staff (16+)
Overview: Capture the life and excitement of camp through high-quality photos and videos! Working under the direction of the Communications Coordinator, the Media Assistant documents daily activities, meets tight content deadlines, and works well both independently and collaboratively. While prior editing experience is a bonus, a keen eye for media and a willingness to learn during Training Week are required.
Nurse Staff/Assistants (16+)
Overview: Provide critical support to the Camp Nurse during daily operations. Nurse Assistants help manage paperwork, maintain an organized health station, and remain calm, friendly, and detail-oriented when assisting campers with medical needs. Candidates must be reliable, comfortable in a busy medical environment, and adaptable to shifting workloads.
Office Staff (14+)
Overview: Support the Administrative Team with essential office operations, including sorting mail, prepping materials, organizing files, and routing high-priority communications. Office Assistants must be personable, detail-oriented, trustworthy, and capable of maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
Program Staff (14+)
Overview: Plan and execute a dynamic, complex camp program! Program Staff run daily group games, electives, cabin activities, the team point system, the climbing wall, and the zipline. Candidates should be energetic, engaging, detail-oriented, and prepared to spend most of their time outdoors on their feet.
Assistant Chef (18+)
Overview: Assist our culinary team in preparing and serving nutritious meals to campers and staff. The Assistant Chef must enjoy food preparation, strictly implement kitchen safety and sanitation standards, and possess the stamina to remain on their feet for extended periods in a fast-paced environment.
Concessions Coordinator (17+)
Overview: Lead daily operations across our campus concession venues, including the snack bar and gift shop. The Concessions Coordinator oversees staff through clear delegation, direction, and constructive coaching. Candidates must deliver friendly customer service, maintain meticulous attention to detail, and ensure facilities meet camp presentation standards.
Counselor (18+)
Overview: Serve on the front lines of ministry at Lamoka Baptist Camp by guiding, leading, and mentoring campers throughout their stay. Counselors are integral to the camp experience, sharing the Gospel, modeling Christ-like character, and building meaningful relationships with youth.
Requirements & Expectations: Candidates must demonstrate patience, high energy, and stamina for long active hours outdoors. Attendance at Training Week (late June) and availability for all youth camp weeks is required. (If you have scheduling conflicts, please contact management prior to or immediately following your application).
Additional Work: Counselors are not required or automatically scheduled to work family camps, retreats, or pre-season weeks; however, a limited number of paid counselor positions are available during family camp weeks upon request.
Foodservice Coordinator (18+)
Overview: Oversee the Foodservice Staff to ensure meal operations run smoothly, safely, and efficiently. The Coordinator leads through effective delegation and oversight, maintains high standards of sanitation and state compliance, and provides a welcoming atmosphere in the Dining Hall. Candidates must be comfortable standing and moving for most of the workday.
Hospitality Coordinator (16+)
Overview: Lead the Hospitality Crew in keeping the campus clean, organized, and inviting. The Coordinator oversees outdoor grounds maintenance (including litter management and weeding), facility sanitation, and small campus enhancement projects such as painting and organization.
Maintenance Coordinator (18+)
Overview: Direct the Maintenance Team and oversee full-scale facility upkeep across campus. Responsibilities include tracking and addressing repairs, assisting with plumbing and electrical tasks, managing waste and recycling, supplying firewood, operating power tools and heavy equipment, and remaining on call during camp events. The Coordinator ensures all operations strictly comply with state safety codes.
Media Coordinator (18+)
Overview: Direct the camp’s digital footprint and storytelling. Responsibilities include creating and scheduling promotional social media content, managing website updates, producing video content, and drafting weekly newsletters. Candidates should possess strong technical and creative skills, sharp attention to detail, and a customer-service-oriented mindset.
Nurse (21+)
Overview: Lead health and medical care operations across campus to safeguard the wellness of all campers and staff.
Requirement: Must hold an active RN or LPN license. Please contact camp administration directly for complete details regarding schedule, scope, and compensation.
Office Administrator (18+)
Overview: Manage daily camp office operations and administrative services. Duties include answering phone inquiries, routing messages, managing files, printing materials, assisting with website and online gift shop maintenance, and delivering high-quality customer service to camp families and visitors.
Program Coordinator (18+)
Overview: Design, organize, and execute the overall program strategy for Camp Lamoka. The Program Coordinator leads the Program Team, designs games and electives aligned with the seasonal summer theme, manages activity safety standards (including climbing wall and zipline operations), and maintains state regulatory compliance across all events.
Note: Position requires obtaining specific safety and facility certifications prior to the season (contact administration for details).
Senior Lifeguard (17+)
Overview: Provide active supervision and emergency response for all waterfront activities on Lamoka Lake. Senior Lifeguards maintain strict vigilance, enforce water safety rules, and assist with waterfront equipment upkeep.
Requirement: Must hold current Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certifications.
Starter’s Day Camp Counselor (16+)
Overview: Provide dedicated leadership, supervision, and ministry to our youngest day campers (ages 9 AM to 4 PM daily across three designated summer weeks). Day Counselors share the Gospel, lead activities, and foster a nurturing, patient, and high-energy environment.
Schedule & Options: Candidates must attend Training Week and work all three paid Day Camp weeks. Day Counselors interested in volunteering or taking paid roles during non-day-camp weeks are encouraged to contact management to discuss available placements.
Waterfront Coordinator (21+)
Overview: Direct all aquatic operations, including Waterfront and Boat Dock Staff, to deliver safe and engaging water activities on Lamoka Lake. The Coordinator ensures strict compliance with state water safety regulations, manages staff scheduling and supervision, and maintains equipment to high operational standards.
Requirement: Must hold required supervisory waterfront certifications (contact administration for complete qualification details, but these include Lifegaurd Manegement Course, CPR, First Aid, Waterfront Certification, and prefereably WSI as well).
No Full-time positions are currently available.