4-H Summer Camps; Programs Director

Posted: February 26, 2022 by MAEE Administration

Category: University of Minnesota Extension

4-H Summer Camps; Programs Director
Job Type	Full Time Part Time & Seasonal
Organization	4-H Youth Development, University of Minnesota Extension
Job Description	4-H Youth Development in Hennepin and Ramsey Counties is looking for an experienced youth program leader to oversee a variety of camp programs all summer long! This person will: Oversee the planning and preparation for 4-H summer camps & programs including, but not limited to: June 27 - July 1 2022: 4-H Campus Immersion on the University of Minnesota July 11-15 & July 18-22: 4-H Urban Explorers Day Camp with Minneapolis Parks and Recreation August 1-5 2022: 4-H Overnight Camp at Voyageur Environmental Center Execute safe and quality educational experiences Commit to summer fundraising initiatives Provide leadership and mentorship to camp counselor team(s), including facilitating intensive counselor training sessions Pay: The rate of pay is dependent on experience and education, ranging from $15.00 - $18.00 / hour Time required: There are approximately 400 hours available for this position between April and August April - May : approximately 4 hours/week June - August: approximately 20-40 hours per week, pending program schedule Preparation before camp includes but is not limited to: meetings with 4-H staff, DEI workshops, camp counselor training, and activity planning All programs are in-person, preparation and planning meetings may be virtual; remote work options are available when not in on-site, in-person programs On-site at Voyageur for the entire camp length, Monday-Friday, August 1-5, 2022, including overnights Responsibilities: Coordinate, plan, and oversee 4-H summer camp programs; serve as positive role model Plan and work with counselors to organize a variety of recreation programs for campers; supervise camp counselors in all activity areas Develop and assist in program plan, camp check-in, and emergency preparedness Enforce camp rules and regulations; model standards for conduct as they pertain to camp staff and campers and enforce rules Support and embrace diversity and inclusion in all interactions with campers, other staff members, volunteers and parents; Implement programs that engage diverse backgrounds, interests and learning styles Assist with program evaluation, as necessary Other duties may be assigned as required Qualifications: Must be at least 21 years old by June 15 to comply with UMN Safety of Minors policies regarding residential (overnight) supervision Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Completion of a post secondary degree is preferred. Experience: Experience working with diverse youth and/or youth development experience is required. Experience with program management and leadership is required. At least 2 years experience working with and on behalf of youth in a summer camp setting. Completion of CPR and/or first aid training is required by June 15. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: The ability to organize and motivate youth while nurturing positive youth development, decision making, responsibility, and leadership is required. An interest in/skill in working with young people and adults is required. Good problem-solving skills, conflict resolution skills, and a solid understanding of risk management is required, as well as cultural competency and a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Transportation: Must have a valid driver’s license & access to reliable transportation. Programs and camps take place across the Minneapolis / St Paul area. Minnesota 4-H is committed to providing safe and healthy environments for youth and adults participating in the 4-H program. COVID-19 protocols are in place and to be followed to ensure safety for all. Per the University’s Administrative Policy: COVID-19 Vaccination and Safety Protocol Requirements for University Employees and Student Workers, this position will comply with either the vaccination certification or complete a medical/religious exemption upon the first day of hire. Interested in working with 4-H this summer? Join us for an interview. Please email Bri Fisher (fishe866@umn.edu) and Amy Collura (hughe534@umn.edu) with your resume by February 28, 2022.
Location	Twin Cities, MN
Expires	2022-03-09
Link	https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nVYhBEAB14WQTj2dzV9K6cE3TRkqN_2Xurf43kO7NN8/edit?usp=sharing
MAEE Partner	University of Minnesota Extension

Job Type

Organization

4-H Youth Development, University of Minnesota Extension

Job Description

4-H Youth Development in Hennepin and Ramsey Counties is looking for an experienced youth program leader to oversee a variety of camp programs all summer long! This person will:

Oversee the planning and preparation for 4-H summer camps & programs including, but not limited to:
- June 27 - July 1 2022: 4-H Campus Immersion on the University of Minnesota
- July 11-15 & July 18-22: 4-H Urban Explorers Day Camp with Minneapolis Parks and Recreation
- August 1-5 2022: 4-H Overnight Camp at Voyageur Environmental Center
Execute safe and quality educational experiences
Commit to summer fundraising initiatives
Provide leadership and mentorship to camp counselor team(s), including facilitating intensive counselor training sessions

Pay:

The rate of pay is dependent on experience and education, ranging from $15.00 - $18.00 / hour

Time required:

There are approximately 400 hours available for this position between April and August
- April - May : approximately 4 hours/week
- June - August: approximately 20-40 hours per week, pending program schedule
Preparation before camp includes but is not limited to: meetings with 4-H staff, DEI workshops, camp counselor training, and activity planning
All programs are in-person, preparation and planning meetings may be virtual; remote work options are available when not in on-site, in-person programs
On-site at Voyageur for the entire camp length, Monday-Friday, August 1-5, 2022, including overnights

Responsibilities:

Coordinate, plan, and oversee 4-H summer camp programs; serve as positive role model
Plan and work with counselors to organize a variety of recreation programs for campers; supervise camp counselors in all activity areas
Develop and assist in program plan, camp check-in, and emergency preparedness
Enforce camp rules and regulations; model standards for conduct as they pertain to camp staff and campers and enforce rules
Support and embrace diversity and inclusion in all interactions with campers, other staff members, volunteers and parents; Implement programs that engage diverse backgrounds, interests and learning styles
Assist with program evaluation, as necessary
Other duties may be assigned as required

Qualifications:

Must be at least 21 years old by June 15 to comply with UMN Safety of Minors policies regarding residential (overnight) supervision
Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Completion of a post secondary degree is preferred.
Experience: Experience working with diverse youth and/or youth development experience is required. Experience with program management and leadership is required. At least 2 years experience working with and on behalf of youth in a summer camp setting. Completion of CPR and/or first aid training is required by June 15.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: The ability to organize and motivate youth while nurturing positive youth development, decision making, responsibility, and leadership is required. An interest in/skill in working with young people and adults is required. Good problem-solving skills, conflict resolution skills, and a solid understanding of risk management is required, as well as cultural competency and a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Transportation: Must have a valid driver’s license & access to reliable transportation. Programs and camps take place across the Minneapolis / St Paul area.

Minnesota 4-H is committed to providing safe and healthy environments for youth and adults participating in the 4-H program. COVID-19 protocols are in place and to be followed to ensure safety for all.

Per the University’s Administrative Policy: COVID-19 Vaccination and Safety Protocol Requirements for University Employees and Student Workers, this position will comply with either the vaccination certification or complete a medical/religious exemption upon the first day of hire.

Interested in working with 4-H this summer? Join us for an interview.

Please email Bri Fisher (fishe866@umn.edu) and Amy Collura (hughe534@umn.edu) with your resume by February 28, 2022.

Location

Twin Cities, MN

Expires

2022-03-09

Link

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nVYhBEAB14WQTj2dzV9K6cE3TRkqN_2Xurf43kO7NN8/edit?usp=sharing

MAEE Partner

University of Minnesota Extension

Time required:

There are approximately 400 hours available for this position between April and August

April - May : approximately 4 hours/week
June - August: approximately 20-40 hours per week, pending program schedule

Preparation before camp includes but is not limited to: meetings with 4-H staff, DEI workshops, camp counselor training, and activity planning

All programs are in-person, preparation and planning meetings may be virtual; remote work options are available when not in on-site, in-person programs

On-site at Voyageur for the entire camp length, Monday-Friday, August 1-5, 2022, including overnights

Responsibilities:

Coordinate, plan, and oversee 4-H summer camp programs; serve as positive role model

Plan and work with counselors to organize a variety of recreation programs for campers; supervise camp counselors in all activity areas

Develop and assist in program plan, camp check-in, and emergency preparedness

Enforce camp rules and regulations; model standards for conduct as they pertain to camp staff and campers and enforce rules

Support and embrace diversity and inclusion in all interactions with campers, other staff members, volunteers and parents; Implement programs that engage diverse backgrounds, interests and learning styles

Assist with program evaluation, as necessary

Other duties may be assigned as required

Qualifications:

Must be at least 21 years old by June 15 to comply with UMN Safety of Minors policies regarding residential (overnight) supervision

Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Completion of a post secondary degree is preferred.

Experience: Experience working with diverse youth and/or youth development experience is required. Experience with program management and leadership is required. At least 2 years experience working with and on behalf of youth in a summer camp setting. Completion of CPR and/or first aid training is required by June 15.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: The ability to organize and motivate youth while nurturing positive youth development, decision making, responsibility, and leadership is required. An interest in/skill in working with young people and adults is required. Good problem-solving skills, conflict resolution skills, and a solid understanding of risk management is required, as well as cultural competency and a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Transportation: Must have a valid driver’s license & access to reliable transportation. Programs and camps take place across the Minneapolis / St Paul area.

Interested in working with 4-H this summer? Join us for an interview.

Please email Bri Fisher (fishe866@umn.edu) and Amy Collura (hughe534@umn.edu) with your resume by February 28, 2022.