Natural Resource Instructor- Male Staff

Natural Resource Instructors (NRIs) 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. NRIs also directly supervise and support 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: these are residential positions at either the Edward F. Kehoe Camp in Castleton, VT or the Buck Lake Camp in Woodbury, VT. More details regarding specific job duties can be found on our website. 

Application Criteria: 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. Must be able to provide general guidance and leadership to campers, including hearing about, taking action on, and supporting campers in difficult situations. Leadership, teaching, and mentoring experience are highly desired. Applicants with camping, fishing, hunting/firearm experience, First Aid and CPR certifications or advanced emergency care certifications (WFA, WFR, OEC, etc.), and a valid driver’s license, are preferred.

Additional Information: Positions are open until filled. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, so early applicants are encouraged. 

Position Dates: Early June to late August. Applicants must be available to start on June 3rd. 

To Apply: See our website for more details and the necessary form. Email a resume, cover letter, and State of Vermont Temporary Employment Application to Hannah Phelps, Camp Coordinator, at hannah.phelps@vermont.gov. Email or call with any questions.