JSLA Environmental Camp Leader & Assistant Camp Director Positions for Summer 2024

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Organization

Squam Lakes Association

Job Posted

January 30, 2024

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Remote

No

Contact Name

Kyle Salmons

Contact Email

ksalmons@squamlakes.org

Contact Phone

6039687336

Deadline to Apply

Location

Holderness, NH
United States
Do you want to spend a summer exploring Squam Lake and the surrounding mountains? Are you passionate about outdoor adventures and want to share your love of the natural world with campers? Do you want to be a part of a small, close-knit team of leaders connecting children to Squam's magic at the Junior Squam Lakes Association Day Camp? If so, this might be the perfect summer job for YOU!

Summary

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Environmental  Leaders guide our Adventure Ecology Programs for campers in grades 3-12 as part of the Junior Squam Lakes Association (JSLA) Adventure Ecology Programs focus on nature, ecological research, recreational skills, and team building activities. Environmental Camp Leaders develop, plan, and implement fun age-appropriate nature-based activities, including hiking, backpacking, canoeing and kayaking, nature games and crafts. Environmental Camp Leaders supervise the health and safety of campers and must have a strong sense of safety. Must be able to provide leadership for campers and Leaders in Training (LIT). Applicants must be at least 16 years old with a clean driving record. Click here to read the full list of qualifications.

The Assistant Camp Director will assist the Director of Education in programmatic, safety, and administrative components of camp. They will support the Director of Education in staff training, the daily operations of camp and directly supervise the overnight portion of the JSLA Program.  They will also assist in the administrative aspects of camp: oversee the health and safety of campers, communicate with parents, assist in the supervision of camp staff and high school aged volunteers, and help camp staff with program planning and fill in when needed. The Assistant Camp Director will be the primary responsible staff member for JSLA and is expected participate in the overnight portion of the program when needed. Applicants must be at least 21 years old with a clean driving record. Click here to read the full list of qualifications.

Schedule: Season begins with staff training on June 10, 2024 and ends on August 12, 2024.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Some weekend days are required for all SLA staff.

To Apply: Application Deadline is March 1st or until filled, preference is given to early applicants. Complete the online application found here: https://www.squamlakes.org/form/jsla-environmental-camp-leader-a

Compensation Information

Benefits for JSLA Environmental Camp Leaders: $600 per week starting salary.  SLA benefits include use of canoes, kayaks, and store discounts.

Benefits for JSLA Assistant Camp Director: $800 per week starting salary.  SLA benefits include use of canoes, kayaks, and store discounts.