Camp Leadership - Camp Burnt Gin in Sumter, SC

Salary: $15,080.00 - $35,460.00 Annually Location : Sumter County, SC Job Type: Time Limited - Full-Time Job Number: 183621 Agency: SCDPH-CO/COS Opening Date: 01/05/2026 Closing Date: 4/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Class Code:: AA20 Position Number:: N/A Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Grade: GEN02 Hiring Range - Min.: $750.00 Hiring Range - Max.: $920.00 Opening Date: 01/05/2026 EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures:: If you meet the requirements of the position and would like to be considered, you must submit a state application online. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be uploaded for review but will NOT be used to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position or substitute for completing any section of the application. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. The quality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammar and spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the stated closing date. Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job Responsibilities Careers at DPH: Work that makes a difference! Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity This position will be located at Camp Burnt Gin in Sumter County. Job Roles and Responsibilities: Responsible for serving on the camp leadership team which includes but not limited to. Assisting in the training of camp staff. Providing leadership, supervision, and coaching to staff and evaluating them according to the schedule. Assess their needs & assist in the coordination of pre-camp & in-service training. Fill in for staff as needed & actively participate in activities. Consult with staff in matters relating to campers. Assist with staff & camper cabin assignments. Assist in the planning and coordinating of the camp program which includes but not limited to. Development, implementation, and oversight of session themes and camp activities. Review parent letters and provide feedback to staff. Carry out administrative & program assignments. Serve as a resource for programming skills & share in specific skill on occasion. For Waterfront Coordinator position, oversee the operation of the camp aquatic programs. Consult with the Camp Director & the Assistant Camp Director on matters which will affect staff, activities and general camp experiences. Other responsibilities include but not limited to.Participating in camp leadership orientation/training. Assist with the tasks required to open and close camp, and the daily activities required to maintain a clean facility. Attend and facilitate staff meetings Participate in all aspects of Camp Burnt Gin programing such as singing during mealtimes, morning motivation and movement, committee work, mid-morning activities, swimming and boating, and evening programs. Minimum and Additional Requirements Requirements to qualify for this position are: Must either be a at least 21 years old and/or a rising junior in college and must have at least one year of camping experience from Camp Burnt Gin. Have knowledge of group dynamics, and able to teach, motivate, and supervise staff. Must possess good problem solving & decision-making skills. Be of good moral character, integrity, physical/mental health; enthusiastic; dedicated; possess a positive attitude; willing & able to be a positive role model. Able to relate & work with other staff accept & respond to guidance & supervision. The employee must be able to interact effectively with individuals and groups, respecting social and cultural diversity, and maintaining appropriate boundaries. Have the ability to provide assistance with activities of daily living, and ability to lift and carry twenty-five (25) pounds. Additional Comments If you have any questions please contact Maggie Krueger at and/or (803)898-3948 IMMUNIZATION: All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Pertussis, Varicella, and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment. Normal Work Schedule: This position is located at Camp Burnt Gin in Sumter County and is a residential position. Because it is residential camp staff are required to live at camp while in session. Staff have scheduled days off in between the sessions. Workdays vary according to the summer schedule. Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. 01 Are you at least 21 years old and/or a rising junior in college OR rising sophomore in college with at least one (1) year experience working at a camp? Yes No 02 Are you willing and able to commit to living and working at Camp Burnt Gin for the entire employment period, May 22nd through July 22nd, with scheduled days off? Yes No 03 DPH requires employees with job specific exposure risk to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, varicella, and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment. If you are hired, we will require you to prove that you have vaccinations or have a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief not to be vaccinated. Please do not reveal information about your vaccination status. This is only to tell you about our expectations. Would this be a problem for you? Yes No 04 Which Leadership position are you applying for? Counselor Coordinator Activity Coordinator Support Coordinator Waterfront Coordinator 05 Do you have any supervisory experience? Yes No 06 If you answered "Yes" to Question 5, please describe your experience. If you do not have experience, please type N/A. 07 Do you have experience working with people with disabilities and/or chronic illnesses? Yes No 08 If you answered "Yes" to Question 7, please describe your experience. If you do not have experience, please type N/A. 09 Why do you want to work at Camp Burnt Gin? 10 Describe any other qualifications you may possess that you believe makes you a good candidate for this position. This includes training, education and/or certification courses, other job experiences, etc. 11 Answer only if you selected Waterfront Coordinator: Do you have experience or training of at least four (4) weeks previously in a management or supervisory position at a similar aquatic area in the past three (3) years, or has completed additional aquatics management or supervisory training from a nationally recognized aquatics organization within the past three (3) years? Yes No N/A 12 Answer only if you selected Waterfront Coordinator: Do you have current certification in lifeguard training, American Red Cross CPR for professional rescuers, and standard First Aid? Yes No N/A 13 Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement. Yes No 14 How did you hear about this position? State NeoGov Website (jobs.sc.gov) Linkedln, Twitter, Facebook Employee Referral/Agency Recruiter College Job Board External Job Board (SC Works, Indeed, Association) Other 15 Are you a prior Camp Burnt Gin (CBG) employee? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-06