Employment & Volunteer Opportunities
Summer Program Staff (Junior 4-H Camp)
The 4-H Center employs approximately 15 seasonal program staff to conduct Junior 4-H Camp. Typically, 4-H Center summer staff are 18 or older and have work and/or volunteer experience working with camp programs, 4-H, teaching, or recreation programs. In some areas, previous training and/or certification may be required (i.e. Lifeguards). The 4-H Center offers different options in employment. Summer camp is usually 11 weeks with one week of state training. Interested individuals may apply for the first and/or second 6 weeks of the camp season.
See the listing below for available positions, brief descriptions and their requirements. Review of applications and interviews will begin January 4 and continue until positions are filled. For more information or to apply please contact us.
Summer Camp Staff Positions
- Administrative Assistant - Assist the Program Director with the implementation of the camp program. Direct supervision of other program staff and assist with other camp duties as assigned At least 2 years camp experience required.
- Repelling/Zipline Instructor - Conduct repelling & zipline activities. Must have experience working with ropes, knowledge of harnesses and knots. Responsible for safety, planning, and equipment. Will assist with overall delivery of camp program.
- Challenge Course Instructor - Conduct Low Ropes course, along with games and initiatives. Responsible for safety, planning, and equipment. Will assist with overall delivery of camp program. Some experience with ropes desired but not required.
- Archery Instructor - Responsible for teaching safety, basic archery skills, and care of equipment Will assist with overall delivery of camp program. Experience required. 6-12 week appointment available.
- Riflery Instructor - Responsible for teaching safety, basic shooting skills using BB, pellet and.22 caliber rifles. Maintenance and upkeep of equipment. Will assist with overall delivery of camp program. Experience required.
- Swimming Instructor - Responsible for teaching beginning and more advanced swimming classes. Prefer WSI certification and current lifeguard certification. Will assist with overall delivery of camp program.
- Lifeguard - Requires certification. Will assist with overall delivery of camp program.
- Camp Medical Representative - Provide Health care services to camp groups. Responsible for maintaining supplies, camp health records, clinic and assist with other camp duties when possible. Minimum requirement: First Aid/CPR certified.
- Beginning Horsemanship Instructor - Responsible for teaching basic horsemanship class. Topics include safety, grooming, parts of a horse, tack & equipment, mounting and lead line. Experience with teaching and horses required.
- Other Instructors - (Nature, Outdoor Living Skills, LEGO Robotics, etc.) Responsible for teaching in specific area, equipment maintenance and upkeep, and other class duties. Will assist with overall delivery of camp program.
Volunteering
The 4-H Center relies on volunteers to assist in keeping programs and services affordable. From sprucing up the cabins for camp, stuffing envelopes, to planting flowers. A variety of opportunities are available for individuals, businesses, civic groups, and local clubs. If you or your group would like more information or are interested in volunteering please contact the 4-H Center.
