Summer Camp Counselor -WNC Nature Center

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　　Summer Camp Counselor -WNC Nature Center

　　Salary

　　$17.00 Hourly

　　Location

　　Asheville, NC

　　Job Type

　　Temporary / Seasonal

　　Job Number

　　2023-01117

　　Department

　　Community and Regional Entertainment Facilities

　　Division

　　WNC Nature Center

　　Opening Date

　　01/19/2024

　　Closing Date

　　5/31/2024 5:00 PM Eastern

　　Description

　　Benefits

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　　Summary

　　About our opportunity:

　　The City of Asheville invites you to apply to be a part of the 2024 summer staff. Summer camp and interpretation at the Western North Carolina Nature Center focuses on zoology, natural history, and recreation. We are looking for staff who are energetic and engaging, have strong leadership skills and the ability to model responsible mature behavior as they facilitate a variety of outdoor and indoor activities for youth.

　　This staff member will also be responsible for engaging with Nature Center guests through a variety of interpretation methods. This role is designed to educate the public about native wildlife while also ensuring positive guest experiences.

　　Programs are subject to change based on public health recommendations. All applicable

　　public health recommendations will be followed during camp including for mask wearing,

　　hand washing, and social distancing.

　　Number of openings: 5

　　Pay: $17.00 hourly

　　Schedule: Shift hours will be 8:15-5:15. Four of these positions will work Monday-Friday, while one position will work Tuesday-Saturday.

　　This is a temporary/seasonal position with a start date of Monday, June 3, 2024 and an ending date of Friday August 9, 2024 with the option of adding an additional one-two weeks before and/or after.

　　This temporary/seasonal position will NOT be eligible for benefits, paid leave time (vacation, sick, holiday) nor participation in the retirement system.

　　This position is open until filled with applications being reviewed regularly.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilites

　　This position will include some or all of the following duties:

　　Leads activities for youth ages 5-10 (rising 1st-4th graders) from established lesson plansfocused on natural history, ecology, and fun with rising 1st-4th graders

　　Organizes, facilitates, and participates in all activities including crafts, games, and natureexploration

　　Manages activity schedules

　　Responsible for camper safety, providing a fun and nurturing environment, and classroom

　　management

　　Administers first aid as neededSupervises campers and is responsible for behavior management as needed

　　Communicates with the Camp Director about all camp happenings

　　Engages with visitors (including children and adults) through interpretation activities included

　　but not limited to a roving naturalist role, leading guests through hands-on stations and

　　introducing a variety of biofacts

　　Interact directly with nature center guests and ensure a positive guest experience

　　Maintains a positive attitude and professional demeanor at all times

　　Assists in maintaining cleanliness of camp and public facilities

　　Performs related tasks as required

　　Education and Experience

　　Graduation from high school or equivalent

　　Experience working with youth

　　Experience in working with the general public or experience in customer service

　　Experience and/or coursework in environmental/conservation education (preferred)

　　Must be at least 18 years of age

　　Must be willing to take and able to pass City provided Adult and Child CPR/American Red Cross First Aid certification class (unless currently certified)

　　KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

　　? General knowledge of the methods and practices of outdoor recreation and environmental

　　education, group management, and appropriate discipline techniques

　　? Experience leading crafts and games with youth

　　? Ability to lead indoor and outdoor activities

　　? Ability to enforce rules and regulations and maintain program standards

　　? Ability to maintain program records

　　? Ability to provide educational opportunities for diverse audiences

　　? Ability to connect with a diverse group of people in order to ensure positive guest experiences

　　? Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, participants,

　　and camp families.

　　WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

　　Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor settings in all weather conditions

　　Able to handle extended periods of standing and physical activities

　　Physical ability to hike 2 miles on uneven terrain

　　No Employee Benefits

　　01

　　Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　Do you have experience working with youth? Please Describe:

　　03

　　Do you customer service experience? Please describe:

　　04

　　Do you have any experience and/or coursework in environmental/conservation education? (preferred)

　　Yes

　　No

　　05

　　Do you have a current certification in Adult and Child CPR/American Red Cross First Aid?

　　Yes

　　No

　　Required Question

　　Agency

　　City of Asheville

　　Address

　　City of Asheville PO Box 7148 Asheville, North Carolina, 28802

　　Phone

　　828-259-5690 - Apply Online! - EOE

　　Website

　　http://www.ashevillenc.gov/jobs