Lead Campers, CITs and Counselors through specialized activities involving Environmental Science. Supervise campers and ensure their safety at all times. Assist with day-to-day operations of the Suffolk County Farm and Education Center Camp programs. Directly interact with camper’s parents and guardians. Maintain camp facilities. Promote development of a community-oriented camp culture that emphasizes empathy, continuous improvement, and high performance.

　　Required Qualifications:

　　Must be at least 17 years old and have attended or graduated from high school or equivalent.

　　Ability to comply with Suffolk County Department of Health requirements.

　　Ability to understand and carry out educational program tasks and objectives.

　　Ability to work outdoors performing various types of educational and physical activities.

　　Ability to handle health and safety issues and/or emergency situations.

　　Paid or volunteer experience working with children and/or the public.

　　Have an appreciation and understanding of the natural environment.

　　Must be able to work for the full camp season. This includes training before camp and wrap up after camp has ended.

　　Must be able to work one before or after care shift each week.

　　Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.

　　Ability to meet acceptable background check standards, if required.

　　Candidate must be able to work effectively with a wide range of diverse young people.

　　A positive and energetic attitude.

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Attendance in or graduation from a recognized college/university or equivalent.

　　Additional education and training in the field of education.

　　Additional education in the areas of environmental science, horticulture, animal science, art education, music education, agriculture and/or natural science.

　　Some teaching experience.

　　Ability to assist with teaching and a keen interest in educating youth.

　　Leadership abilities.

　　Equal Opportunity Employment

　　Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and support diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

　　POSITION DETAILS:

　　Salary: $16-17 per hour

　　Schedule: NON-EXEMPT – TEMP: July 1, 2024 – August 16, 2024

　　No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available

　　HOW TO APPLY:

　　Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.

　　Applicants need to:

　　Attach/upload a resume to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload a cover letter to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload contacts info for three references to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format.

　　In the "Experience" section of your application, use the Paperclip icon to search for file(s) or use the "Drop Files Here" box to manually drag document(s) into your application. Once the application is submitted, you will not be able to change your submission or add attachments.

　　External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations), please refer to the Applying for a Job (External Candidate) (https://hr.cornell.edu/jobs/how-we-hire) document for additional guidance.

　　Internal Applicants: Current employees of the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association indicated in this job posting are considered internal applicants; please refer to the Applying for a Job (Internal Candidate) (https://apps.hr.cornell.edu/workdayCommunications/Recruitment%20job%20aids/applying_for_a_job_internal.pdf) document for additional guidance.

　　The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform their essential functions. If you require an accommodation to participate in the selection process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County Human Resources at (631) 727-7850 or via email at [email protected]

　　Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and New York State residents. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

　　Job Title:

　　Association Tmp Program

　　Level:

　　Pay Rate Type:

　　Hourly

　　Company:

　　Contact Name:

　　Nicholas Ng

　　Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

　　Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

　　Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement (https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs) . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell Cooperative Extension as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.

　　Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. As provided in New York State County Law Article 5, Section 224, the independent county and regional extension service associations are locally operated under the direction of Cornell University as agent for the State of New York. County and regional extension service association employees are employed by their association to engage in educational work and are not employees of Cornell University. Look for us on the web at cce.cornell.edu/.