Green Mountain Conservation Camp: Natural Resource Instructor

Green Mountain Conservation Camp (GMCC) is administered by the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department and includes twin summer camps with the mission of educating youth about Vermont’s natural resources. The camps give youth life skills and knowledge they can use to continue the state's traditional rural pursuits--enjoying all aspects of the outdoor world. The program's greatest strength is connecting young people to the outdoors.

Natural Resource Instructors work under the Camp Director and Camp Coordinator. Instructors will be involved in teaching courses at a residential camp ranging from first aid education, hunter firearm safety, fishing, forestry, ecology, fish and wildlife management, and outdoor recreation. Also, supervising and staying in the back of a cabin with 8-10 campers, ages 12-16 on a weekly basis. They will also be responsible for mentoring campers in educational, social, and personal matters and assisting all staff members in carrying out camp goals, objectives, and the Vermont State Fish & Wildlife Department’s mission. Please note: this is a residential position at either the Edward F. Kehoe Camp in Castleton, Vermont or the Buck Lake Camp in Woodbury, Vermont.

Specific Responsibilities:

1. Live near with campers and be available for adolescent counseling and helping each camper adjust to other campers and camp life.
2. Encourage and lead each camper in their participation in camp activities and interactions with other campers.
3. Be able to teach courses independently and co-teach all courses with other staff members (teach 3-5 classes a day).
4. Oversee and interact with cabin of 8-10 campers. Facilitate wake up and nighttime cabin activities. Sleep in the back of the camper cabins during designated weeks.
5. Check with the Director and Junionr Counselor Director (JCD) to see if any work projects need to be completed before taking personal time off when not teaching classes.
6. Hold self to high standards regarding facilities maintenance and cleanliness, class equipment care, and time spent with campers at meal time, swim time, and cabin time.
7. Assist with camp activities, and other responsibilities including; health and safety supervision, dining hall duties, inventory and organizing class materials, grounds maintenance, and similar tasks.
8. Be ‘on call’ to needs and responsibilities of camp and the campers 24 hours a day.
9. Be a positive role model and leader for the campers and volunteer staff.
10. Deal with discipline issues in an appropriate and sensitive manner.
11. Cooperate fully with the Director, JCD, other Instructors, volunteers, and all Vermont Agency of Natural Resources Staff.

Application Criteria

1. Minimum one year of college, preferably in Natural Resources, Wildlife, Environmental Education, or similar field OR successful completion of the GMCC Junior Counselor Program. Willingness to work with and teach adolescents 12 to 16 years old is a must.
2. Must be able to provide general guidance and leadership to campers. Leadership, teaching, and mentoring experience are highly desired.
3. Applicants with camping, fishing, hunting/firearm experience
4. First Aid and CPR certifications or advanced emergency care certifications (WFA, WFR, OEC, etc.), and a valid driver’s license, are preferred.

How to apply:

Applications are accepted via email (preferred) or mail.

Send resume and letter of interest along with a State of Vermont Temporary Employment Application*

See attachment for SOV Temporary Employment Application       

*Please note that applications will only be considered complete and reviewed when all three forms have been sent together. Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action

Send to:

GMCC Camp Coordinator (Hannah Phelps)
Email:[email protected]
Phone: 802-249-4199
Mail:       GMCC Camp Coordinator / Hannah Phelps
              Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department
               1 National Drive, Davis 2
               Montpelier, VT 05620