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Camp Horton Summer 2026 - Camp Director
- DR Horton, Inc. (Arlington, TX)
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*D.R. Horton, Inc.,*the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.
*D.R. Horton, Inc*. is currently looking for a *_Camp Director_*. The right candidate is responsible for the overall planning, administration, and operation of our*West Texas Children’s Camp*. Our camp offers an array of camper-friendly activities, including ATV trail rides, swimming, fishing, hiking, and competitive games while instilling good manners and vital life skills in campers aged 9-13. This role ensures a safe, engaging and inclusive experience for all campers and staff. During the off-season, the Camp Director provides administrative support for Camp Horton, our Fort Stockton Ranches, and Corporate Resources from our Corporate office located in Arlington, TX.
The ideal candidate excels at multitasking and has a genuine passion for empowering young minds. They embody patience, enthusiasm, and confidence while guiding and motivating camp staff and campers. Our goal is to create an environment where kids can simply be kids, and we believe an outstanding Camp Director makes that possible.
*Essential Duties and Responsibilities* include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
*Camp Season (May–July)*
* Direct and oversee all aspects of camp operations including but not limited to programming, staff supervision and ensuring the well-being of all participants
* Recruit, hire, train, and manage seasonal camp staff
* Implement safety procedures, risk management strategies, and emergency protocols
* Coordinate camp schedules, activities, and special events
* Manage camper registration, discipline, and parent communications
* Oversee camp budgets and purchasing to ensure efficient use of resources
* Maintain all necessary licensing, certifications, and compliance with local and state regulations
* Serve as the on-site representative for D. R. Horton’s mission, values, and standards
*Off-Season (August–April)*
* Perform administrative duties for camp, ranch operations, and the corporate office
* Assist with planning, budgeting, staffing and strategic development for future camp/hunting seasons
* Provide scheduling, reporting, and project management support
* Monitor vendor contracts, facility maintenance, and resource allocation
* Maintain all necessary operational, employee, financial and compliance records
* Serve as the primary point of contact for all ranch/camp staff, vendors and corporate stakeholders
* Support personnel and payroll processes as needed for camp/ranch staff
* Develop long-term plans for the ranch's operations and growth
* Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner, with clear communication and collaboration, to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
* Ability to travel overnight
*Supervisory Responsibilities*
* Supervises 2 or more employees
*Education and/or Experience*
* Bachelor’s degree in recreation management, education, business administration, or a related field
* Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in camp, youth programming, or hospitality management
* Demonstrated administrative, budgeting, and organizational skills
* Strong verbal and written communication skills are required
* Advanced computer skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new programs/systems quickly is essential
* Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
* Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to use camp vehicles to transport staff, campers and navigate between ranches
*Preferred Qualifications*
* Current certifications in CPR/First Aid
* Willingness to relocate to Fort Stockton during camp season (2 Months) and work at the Arlington office during the off-season
* Desire and ability to work with children in an outdoor setting
Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:
* Medical, Dental and Vision
* 401(K)
* Employee Stock Purchase Plan
* Flex Spending Accounts
* Life & Disability Insurance
* Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
* Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits
*Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeopleToo*
**Job:** **Ranch*
**Organization:** **Corporate*
**Title:** *Camp Horton Summer 2026 - Camp Director*
**Location:** *TX-Arlington*
**Requisition ID:** *2600120*
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