Generation Wild Camp Lead

The Nature Connection is dedicated to eliminating barriers to the outdoors for youth and families in our community; Delta County and Olathe.

Position Description:

The Generation Wild Camp Lead is a contributing member of the Nature Connection’s summer programs in June and July offered at two locations in Delta and Hotchkiss. The goal of these camps is to help campers create a connection to nature, make positive relationships, and build confidence in outdoor skills. Leads will work closely with the Director of Programs to manage 8 weeks of camp for children ages 7-11 years old. This includes developing and leading outdoor activities, facilitating off-site trips, and supervising high school camp interns. Outdoor program components include, but not limited to mountain biking, stand-up paddleboarding, swimming, hiking, archery, overnight campout, nature focused activities, crafts, team building games. 

Responsibilities:

• Ensure high quality, safe and consistent outdoor programs for a diverse population of students
• Oversee the health and wellness of camp participants including proper sanitation and first aid
• Demonstrate proper and safe use of outdoor equipment and gear
• Provide superior client service to all campers, parents/families, staff, volunteers, partners, and vendors
• Supervise high school aged camp counselors by setting a good example, delegating tasks, providing direct feedback, and collecting timesheets
• Work with Camp Counselors to plan various activities and guide campers through the week’s schedule
• Assist with a range of administrative duties including filling out incident reports, submitting timesheets, and collecting statistics
• Assist with conflict resolution
• Encourage and inspire campers

About You: Our ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications, skills, and experience: 

• Experience mentoring or supervising children
• Experience in formal/informal outdoor education, childcare, outdoor recreation industry or related field
• Good judgment and strong moral and ethical code
• Ability to act and maintain composure in stressful situations
• Self starter and problem solver with excellent organizational skills
• Outdoor enthusiast: Experience with outdoor sports like mountain biking, paddling, swimming and hiking. 
• Valid Driver’s License
• Evidence of sound leadership skills including excellent verbal communications skills; effective facilitation, conflict resolution, and team building. Must be able to work with people of all ages and physical abilities
• Physical demands: standing, walking and/or physically active outdoors for 5+ hours outside, must be able to pass a swim test, routinely lift 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Minimum age: 18 years

Application Deadline:  Open until filled; Priority given to applications received by March 1.

Compensation:  Hourly: $18-$22/hour depending on experience. Free outdoor gear during summer (SUPs, mountain bikes, camping equipment). Wilderness first aid training provided.

Locations: We are looking for Leads for the following locations:

• Hotchkiss: 8 week camp June 1-July 31; base camp at the Nature Connection
• Delta: 8 week camp June 1-July 31; base camp at Delta Middle School

Commitments: 

• 32 hours/week
• Typical schedule will be Monday – Thursday, 8:30am-3:30pm
• Mandatory Lead Orientation: May 13 & 14, 4:30-6:30pm
• Mandatory Summer Staff Orientation: May 26-29
• Wilderness First Aid Training (if you don’t already have): May 30
• First Day on the job: June 1; Last Day on the job: July 31
• Week of June 29-July 4 off 

To Apply: Please send a resume; cover letter stating why you are interested in the position and what experiences you have had that lend themselves to the position description; and three professional references to jessica.finnigan@deltaschools.com

The Nature Connection does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to, treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates.

Any applicant who knowingly or willfully makes a false statement of any material fact or thing in the application is guilty of perjury in the second degree as defined in section 18-8-503, C.R.S., and upon conviction thereof, shall be punished accordingly.