2024 Summer Camp Counselors

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Organization

Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center - Georgia Department of Natural Resources

Job Posted

February 5, 2024

Job status

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Amber Barrow

Contact Email

amber.barrow@dnr.ga.gov

Contact Phone

770-784-3059

Deadline to Apply

Location

543 Elliott Trail
Mansfield, GA
United States
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is seeking camp counselors for its 2024 Junior Naturalist Summer Camp program at Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center. Primary responsibilities include planning, implementing and leading programs at camps (for kids ages 6-16) offered throughout the summer covering a variety of topics, including wilderness survival, animal and plant identification, outdoor recreation, and aquatic ecology. Apply by March 1, 2024.

Summary

Location: Mansfield, Georgia

Dates: Begins May 15th, 2024 and ends July 30th, 2024

Job Description: Primary responsibilities are to lead and assist with outdoor programs and activities for day and residential camps that focus on wildlife conservation, outdoor sports, and Georgia natural history. Camps will cover a variety of topics including survival skills, animal and plant identification, outdoor recreation, and more! There will also be opportunities for professional development and resume building related to conservation education.

Qualifications: Applicants must be self-motivated, conservation minded, interested in working with children, love the outdoors, and enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge with others. Preference will be given to those candidates who are currently working toward or have earned a wildlife or education-related degree. 

How to Apply:  For more information and to receive an application, please email the Day Programs Coordinator at: amber.barrow@dnr.ga.gov  Applications must be received by March 1st, 2024 to be considered. 

Compensation Information

Salary: $12.00 per hour at 40 hours/week and free on-site housingMeals will also be covered during residential camps.