Brighton Girls Camp Job Descriptions

DIRECTOR​:         
​applications due October 20, 2018
(Must be at least 21 years of age or 2 years post high school;
1 year Brighton employment experience required)
  • Set an example of righteous LDS living in dress, speech, action, spirituality and fun at all times.
  • Be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
  • Obtain a Utah Food Handlers Permit at own expense by precamp.
  • Assist in interviewing potential staff members with Brighton Presidency.
  • Work directly with the Brighton Presidency in planning workshops and pre-camp during winter and spring.
  • Attend Directorship training meetings with Assistant Directors and Brighton Presidency in January and other designated times.
  • Prepare and train staff members through workshops and trainings.
  • Prepare at own expense a simple costume for the camp the camp Legend program element.   (Fabric provided at no charge, if needed.)
  • Participate in camp opening; fulfill assignments to get camp ready for campers.
  • Work with and follow the President's counsel and direction before and during camp.
  • Plan and conduct a weekly Camp Council meeting with a representative from each department of camp. (Head Missionary, Head cook, Head craft, First Aid, Assistant Directors, Committee President)
  • Attend and be on time for weekly Staff Meeting on Sunday evenings.
  • Assist the Executive Committee with maintaining adequate records—camper information, camp history, etc.
  • Accept and carry out other duties as requested by the Executive Committee.
  • Keep the President and appropriate Executive Committee members apprised of any problems with camp programs or camper activities, health issues or behaviors.
  • Coordinate with the Executive Committee and Cook to plan ahead for Family night, Christmas week, and Brighton Banquet.
  • Lead the staff in camp activities and programs, including Sunrise Hike, as assigned.
  • Be a positive and supportive role model to all staff.
  • Submit mid-season and season-end personal evaluation.
  • Direct staff during Christmas Eve/Day and move-out activities.
  • Return and participate in camp closing; help clean and get camp ready for winter; Dutch oven transfer to the storage unit.
  • In addition to housing and meals during the camp week, earn $3,800 paid throughout the camp season.
2018 Directorship:  Canine (Director), Luna and Scribbles
​2017 Directorship:  Roo, Winnie (Director), and Gus