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SUMMER STAFF APPLICATIONS AND POSITIONS

**All interested summer staff applicants should read this information carefully, as there are different requirements for each job category. Interested applicants should check this page for updates and direct any questions to Fletcher Spigner at fletch@campgravatt.org.**

2026 PERMANENT STAFF

• Permanent Staff Applications will be available in the Fall of 2025 on this page. Application links will also be shared via social media, newsletter, etc. as they become available.
• Permanent Staff applicants should plan to be available from May 17th-August 2nd, 2026. While small amounts of time off may be granted for academic or medical reasons, counselors may not take off whole sessions.
• If you apply for Permanent Staff and are not offered a position, you may elect to be considered for Junior Staff if you are of the correct age/grade range. You do not need to fill out a Junior Staff application if this applies to your individual situation.
• Permanent Staff positions are typically filled before Thanksgiving each year.
  
• While many of our Permanent Staff members have previously served on Junior Staff, this is not a requirement.

2026 JUNIOR STAFF

• Junior Staff Applications will be available in the Fall of 2025 on this page. Application links will also be shared via social media, newsletter, etc. as they become available.
• Junior Staff members are volunteer employees who are typically current 10th-11th graders and have a desire to lead and assist counselors in day-to-day camper activities.
• Junior Staff members serve in one of three session groupings (these will be listed in the application).
• As Junior Staff is an employment position at Gravatt, it is expected that all prospective Junior Staff members will communicate with the director/assistant director on their own, complete their own application, fill out all paperwork, and fulfill any other requirements independently and without the assistance of their parent/guardian. 
• While many of our Junior Staff members have previously been Gravatt Explorers or LITs, this is not a requirement.

SUMMER STAFF POSITION DESCRIPTIONS

Permanent Staff (Counselors): Our staff of college and high school-aged counselors are on site all summer and provide direct supervision in tents/cabins while also coordinate various programming (campfires, night activities, etc.) throughout each session. Our Counselors and Program Staff undergo a formal application process, criminal background check, and receive two weeks of staff training prior to the summer.

Junior Staff (Junior Counselors and Work Crew): Junior Staff members are Rising 11th-12th graders who spend a portion of the summer assisting the tent counselor with supervision, programming, and other aspects of camp life.

Program Staff: Our Program Staff consists of college-aged students and graduates who coordinate various program areas such as Ropes, Waterfront, Footprints, GEEP, Art, Leadership, Healthcare, and Administration. Program Staff members are generally the most experienced Camp Gravatt staff members.

All Staff: Staff are trained to handle a variety of camper situations that may arise, with a focus on behavior management, homesickness, child development, emergency preparedness, and much more. Training continues throughout the summer through observations, evaluations, and feedback.

YEAR-ROUND POSITIONS

Gravatt is currently hiring for the following Year-Round positions:

Assistant Dining Services Manager (full-time, permanent)
Gravatt Camp and Conference Center seeks a full-time staff member to join our dining service team. This is a unique opportunity for an organized, self-motivated team player with a passion for hospitality, Christian ministry, and sustainable food practices. View full job description HERE. To apply, please click the button below and complete the application form. In addition to completing the application below, please send a resume to Scott McNeely, scott@campgravatt.org.

Dining Services Team Member (part-time, permanent)
Gravatt Camp and Conference Center seeks a part-time staff member to join our dining service team. This is a unique opportunity for an organized, self-motivated team player with a passion for hospitality, Christian ministry, and sustainable food practices. View full job description HERE. To apply, please click the button below and complete the application form. In addition to completing the application below, please send a resume to Scott McNeely, scott@campgravatt.org.

Internships
Gravatt is hiring interns for the 2024 – 2025 year. To apply, complete the application below and send a resume to Scott McNeely, scott@campgravatt.org.

*Application form below is for year-round positions only. Do not use for summer camp positions.