Summer Camp Instructor

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requisition no:868051

agency: florida fish and wildlife conservation commission

working title: summer camp instructor -

conservation engagement and education/florida youth conservation centers network

seasonal summer camp instructor

west palm beach, fl 33412

conservation engagement and education

seasonal summer camp instructor – ops seasonal

overview:

this full-time other personal services (ops) position is based out of the florida fish and wildlife conservation commission's (fwc) florida youth conservation centers network (fyccn). The fwc is seeking a self-motivated, energetic, outcome-oriented individual to work as part of the summer camp instructor team at the everglades youth conservation center (eycc) in west palm beach. The incumbents will work with the summer camp team to deliver experiential programs designed to engage youth with florida’s ecosystems through outdoor recreation.

Eycc is a residential summer camp and sees as many as 800 participants throughout the summer. The incumbents will be assigned to instruct a specific eycc program for the summer camp season based on their experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The incumbent will supervise as many as 12 participants at a time with an assisting counselor.

as a part of fyccn, the incumbent communicates with stakeholders, constituents, and partners and performs functions of this position with a strong understanding of fyccn’s mission, future goals, and practices. Conveys fyccn’s vision through effective programming, training, and outreach at the eycc.

interested individuals must be passionate about getting youth outside to create the next generation that cares about fish and wildlife resources. Programs requiring experienced instructors at eycc include shooting sports, hunter safety, archery, bowhunting, freshwater fishing, saltwater fishing, camping skills, canoeing, kayaking, wildlife viewing, wetland exploration, marine exploration, and counselor in training programs.

experience:

• a high school diploma and at least two months of professional experience instructing or assisting with educational programs for youth focusing on one or more of the following: hunter safety, archery, bowhunting, freshwater fishing, saltwater fishing, camping skills, canoeing, kayaking, wildlife, wetland exploration, marine exploration, or counselor in training programs, is preferred; or
• a high school diploma and at least two months of experience in wildlife conservation field work, conservation, or natural science, and two months of experience working with youth in any setting

description of duties

instruct one of eycc’s thirteen programs as assigned. Note, each program has a specific focus in one or more of the following areas: shooting sports, hunter’s safety, archery, bowhunting, freshwater fishing, saltwater fishing, camping skills, canoeing, kayaking, wildlife viewing, wetland exploration, marine exploration, or counselor in training.

• lead hands on educational programming.
• help maintain camp educational supplies and equipment to keep them stocked, clean, organized, and in working order; perform inventory as assigned.
• transport up to ten campers and one assisting staff member in a twelve-passenger van to offsite program destinations tuesday – thursday.
  
  Note:
  
  this is only required of the marine masters instructor position.

ensure education programs are following american camp association (aca) standards.

• supervise daily summer camp activities as assigned (set up, clean up, leading programming, supporting fellow staff, etc.)
• address minor program changes, behavioral issues, etc. And level-up to assistant camp director or director where appropriate. Enforce camp code of conduct.
• complete required training related to aca standards and be familiar with/follow all policies in regard to camper safety, risk management, reporting, etc.

communicate effectively with stakeholders, constituents, and partners through in-person, and program/event interactions.

• provide a welcoming experience, and positive guest service to visitors…