Position Descriptions

Role Focus: Camper experience, activity leadership, and daily camp operations

 Returning Counselor — Ideal Traits

• Reliable and skilled: knows camp systems and routines well

• Role model: dependable in actions, ethics, and attitude

• Responsive leader: keeps campers safe, engaged, and included

• Team collaborator: supports peers and follows leadership guidance

• Reflective learner: embraces feedback and helps refine programs

 Entry Level Counselor (Counselor in Training CITs & First Year Counselors) — Ideal Traits

• Eager to learn: curious, open to feedback, and willing to grow

• Positive and energetic: enthusiastic about camp life and activities

• Respectful teammate: cooperates with peers and listens to leadership

• Camper-focused: prioritizes camper well-being and inclusivity

• Adaptable: handles change and busy schedules with composure

• Safety-minded: understands and follows safety protocols

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage campers at all times

• Lead and assist with camp activities

• Collaborate with staff and follow camp schedules

• Uphold KCM mission, values, and rules

• Prioritize camper health, safety, and inclusion

• Contribute positively to staff culture

Key Duties

Camper Care & Engagement

• Ensure camper safety, inclusion, and enjoyment

• Maintain professional, respectful relationships with campers

• Lead activities across all camp categories (PE, Arts & Crafts, KODA Studies)

• Account for campers at all times and follow safety protocols

Staff Collaboration

• Communicate clearly with fellow counselors and staff leaders

• Attend and contribute to nightly staff meetings

• Maintain daily logs and share feedback

• Ask for support when needed and assist teammates

Leadership Coordination

• Entry Level Counselors report to CIT Leaders

• All Counselors coordinate with Lead Counselors

• Follow emergency procedures and decision-making protocols

Planning & Preparation

• Attend staff training week

• Prepare and share activity ideas

• Assist with setup, cleanup, inventory, and camp maintenance

Health, Safety & Conduct

• Follow all safety guidelines, hygiene practices, and first aid procedures

• Enforce camp rules consistently

• Maintain clean, respectful use of facilities and grounds

• Maintain or obtain First Aid certification as required

Professional Growth

• Participate in performance feedback and development

• Demonstrate responsibility, accountability, and leadership

• Strive to be a positive role model for campers and staff

Role Focus: Camp-wide leadership, operations, staff management, and mission alignment 

Must have at least a summer of camp staff experience

Lead Counselor — Ideal Traits

• Strong leadership presence: able to guide, inspire, and support a diverse team

• Excellent communicator: clear, calm, and proactive with staff, campers, and parents

• Problem solver: anticipates challenges and responds constructively

• Organized and dependable: plans ahead and keeps operations on track

• Mission-aligned: demonstrates and reinforces KODA Camp values daily

• Adaptable and resilient: flexible in a dynamic residential environment

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all counseling staff

• Coordinate daily camp operations

• Plan, schedule, and prepare for all camp sessions

• Uphold KCM mission, values, and culture

• Prioritize health, safety, and risk management

• Model excellence as an exemplar counselor

Key Duties

Staff Leadership & Coordination

• Co-lead camp operations collaboratively and share responsibility equally

• Supervise Returning Counselors and support Entry Level Counselors

• Uphold a staff culture of inclusion, courage and trust

• Communicate expectations, responsibilities, and decisions clearly

• Provide training, mentorship, feedback, and performance evaluations

• Facilitate nightly staff meetings and create daily staff schedules/logs

Director & Parent Coordination

• Meet daily with the Director and complete assigned tasks

• Keep the Director informed of significant events and concerns

• Represent camp staff in parent communication, drop-off/pick-up, and events

Camp Operations

• Ensure all activities run on schedule and align with the camp mission

• Oversee meals, transitions, field trips, and special events

• Maintain accurate daily records, incident reports, and medical logs

• Coordinate facilities, supplies, and inventory needs

Planning & Preparation

• Hire and interview staff

• Plan and execute staff training week

• Develop multi-week camp schedules and balanced staff assignments

• Lead programming development and brainstorming

Health, Safety & Conduct

• Serve as primary point of contact during emergencies

• Enforce staff and camper codes of conduct consistently

• Oversee first aid procedures, medication logs, and hygiene standards

Role Focus: Development, supervision, and support of Entry Level Counselors

Must have at least a summer of camp staff experience

 CIT Leader — Ideal Traits

• Mentorship instinct: patient, encouraging, and invested in developing others

• High accountability: follows through, documents progress, and maintains structure

• Supportive communicator: gives clear direction and constructive feedback

• Collaborative team player: works smoothly with Lead Counselors and staff

• Growth-oriented: creates opportunities for Entry Level Counselors to lead

• Positive presence: builds confidence and inclusive energy among new staff

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop Entry Level Counselors

• Coordinate daily operations for Entry Level Counselors

• Support training, scheduling, and communication

• Uphold KCM mission, values, and safety standards

• Serve as an exemplar counselor and mentor

Key Duties

Entry Level Counselor Supervision

• Directly supervise CITs (17) and FYCs (18+)

• Ensure understanding of expectations, schedules, and responsibilities

• Serve as point of contact for questions, support, and guidance

• Create daily logs and facilitate nightly entry level meetings

Development & Training

• Design and implement a 6-week development plan with checkpoints

• Conduct goal-setting meetings and regular feedback sessions

• Provide skill-building opportunities (leading activities, problem-solving, camper management)

• Integrate Entry Level Counselors as valued staff team members

Staff Leadership Collaboration

• Share leadership responsibilities equally with co-CIT Leaders

• Communicate and coordinate daily with Lead Counselors

• Support emergency procedures and operational decision-making

Planning & Preparation

• Assist with hiring and interviewing Entry Level counselors

• Participate in staff training week planning and execution

• Support session planning and balanced staff scheduling

Health, Safety & Conduct

• Reinforce safety procedures and hygiene standards

• Address behavior concerns and escalate serious issues appropriately

• Model professionalism, leadership, and positive camp culture

KODA Camp Midwest photographer, videographer, and media specialist is responsible for capturing the memories and experiences of campers and staff during the summer camp season. You’ll work closely with the camp director and business manager to create visually appealing and cohesive photo and video content for use in camp promotional materials. 

Photographer, Videographer & Social Media Specialist Duties and Responsibilities

• Take high-quality photographs and/or videos of campers, staff, and camp activities

• Edit and organize photos and videos for easy access and use by the camp

• Work with the camp director and marketing team to create promotional materials featuring camp photos and videos

• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required

• Communicate with the director and business manager as needed.

Photographer, Videographer & Social Media Specialist Qualifications

• Strong storytelling, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to use DSLR or mirrorless camera

• Ability to use Canva and video editing software

• Ability to multitask on editing, organizing, and posting on social media

• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

• Self-motivated and self-directed

• Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks

• High school degree or equivalent

• Able to work early mornings, all days, nights, and weekends

• Able to bend, move, and lift up to 25 pounds or more

• Must have a car

• Must pass a background check

The cook will prepare meals and may create recipes. Duties include preparing ingredients, adhering to the camp menu with flexibility, and following food health and safety procedures. Duties involved cooking, cleaning, assisting other cooks and staff and delivering food. Work may include operating a grill, oven, or fryer. This job is a five week duration to feed kids and adults (80+) in two week segments and a week (40+) while working at the MacKenzie Center, Poynette. The dates are June 25 to July 28 with three days off plus two flexible. This is a salary job and extra credit for college may be earned.

Cook Duties and Responsibilities

• Setting up, cleaning, and organizing work stations

• Preparing ingredients for each shift; washing vegetables, chopping, seasoning meat, etc.

• Preparing oven, utensils, and grill for food as needed

• Cooking order according to food health and safety standards

• Recommending ideas for specials or seasonal dishes

• Handling multiple food dishes at one time

• Ensuring food preparation ready by meal time

• Storing all food properly

• Sanitizing and cleaning work stations and utensils

• Reordering stock and food supplies

• Team work with other cooks and team members

• Assisting other cooks in preparing food or helping other team members when needed

• Communicate with the director as needed.

Cook Requirements and Qualifications

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment

• Keeps records and accounts of food purchases

• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

• Physical endurance to stand for an entire shift

• Self-motivated and self-directed

• Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks

• High school degree or equivalent

• Previous experience as a busboy, washer, waiter, cook, or relevant work experience

• Able to work early mornings, all days, nights, and weekends

• Able to bend, move, and lift up to 25 pounds or more

• Able to change menus or create new menu on the fly

• Must have a car

• Must pass a background check

• Able to read and write

The cook will prepare meals and may create recipes. Duties include preparing ingredients, adhering to the camp menu with flexibility, and following food health and safety procedures. Duties involved cooking, cleaning, assisting other cooks and staff and delivering food. Work may include operating a grill, oven, or fryer. This job is a five week duration to feed kids and adults (80+) in two week segments and a week (40+) while working at the MacKenzie Center, Poynette. The dates are June 25 to July 28 with three days off plus two flexible. This is a salary job and extra credit for college may be earned.

Cook Duties and Responsibilities

• Setting up, cleaning, and organizing work stations

• Preparing ingredients for each shift; washing vegetables, chopping, seasoning meat, etc.

• Preparing oven, utensils, and grill for food as needed

• Cooking order according to food health and safety standards

• Recommending ideas for specials or seasonal dishes

• Handling multiple food dishes at one time

• Ensuring food preparation ready by meal time

• Storing all food properly

• Sanitizing and cleaning work stations and utensils

• Reordering stock and food supplies

• Team work with other cooks and team members

• Assisting other cooks in preparing food or helping other team members when needed

• Communicate with the director as needed.

Cook Requirements and Qualifications

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment

• Keeps records and accounts of food purchases

• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

• Physical endurance to stand for an entire shift

• Self-motivated and self-directed

• Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks

• High school degree or equivalent

• Previous experience as a busboy, washer, waiter, cook, or relevant work experience

• Able to work early mornings, all days, nights, and weekends

• Able to bend, move, and lift up to 25 pounds or more

• Able to change menus or create new menu on the fly

• Must have a car

• Must pass a background check

• Able to read and write