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Outdoor Living Skills Specialist/Naturalist

Posted: January 14, 2021 by MAEE Administration

Category: Camp Fire Minnesota

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Outdoor Living Skills Specialist/Naturalist
Job Type
  • Part Time & Seasonal
Organization Camp Fire Minnesota
Job Description
Job Title: Outdoor Living Skills Specialist/Naturalist
Purpose: Develop and lead nature, outdoor education, and outdoor living skills activities to campers
Reports to: Programs Coordinator

Dates:  May 24 – September 4, 2021

About Camp Fire Minnesota
With nature as our catalyst, we energize youth to discover their spark so their futures glow brighter.

Youth spend 90% of their time indoors. Camp Fire Minnesota addresses this challenge by delivering culturally relevant, nature-based programs to youth of all backgrounds at Tanadoona, Camp Bluewater, and throughout the community. We help youth “light their spark within” through summer camp, environmental education & STEM classes for schools, and community-based out-of-school time nature programs.
We are proud to offer inclusive and welcoming programs to youth in the community, including free and reduced rate programs and a scholarship program. As a result of their Camp Fire experience, 93% of youth report valuing nature and stewarding the environment.

Our 2021 summer camp at Tanadoona in Chanhassen is expected to serve more than 2,800 youth this year. This program offers youth and teens progressive, nature-based learning through day, premium day, and leadership development camps. (Due to COVID-19, we are not offering our Resident Camp programs this year but expect these to return in 2022). Tanadoona is an ACA accredited camp.

About This Position
The Outdoor Living Skills (OLS) Specialist is responsible for developing and teaching nature, outdoor education, and outdoor living skills activities to campers. Specialist will monitor campers’ skill levels and implement methods of progression and rewarding achievements. This position manages supplies and equipment and works with staff to develop camp programs. OLS Specialist will provide supervision to campers during after-camp program.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement Outdoor Living Skills programming to engage all ability levels
• Facilitate with other staff members a weekly cookout and overnight experience for resident campers
• Assist in additional leadership responsibilities when assigned
• Assist in ensuring the cleanliness of the site, bathrooms, and other camp buildings
• Act as a general counselor when necessary

• Works with the rest of the specialist team to support all programs. Cross train as necessary.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to respond appropriately to first-aid and safety situations
• Ability to teach/review OLS with staff and campers including firebuilding, cooking, orienteering/geocaching, shelter building, etc.
• Ability to work with a variety of different groups, from many different backgrounds

• Maintain Camp Fire Minnesota standards at all times

Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 19
• Completion of high school or equivalent
• Previous experience working in a day or resident camp or youth development program
• Previous experience planning and leading outdoor activities
• Knowledge of Leave No Trace principles, Project WILD, and additional relevant resources (or the ability to obtain knowledge)
• CPR & First Aid Certifications issued by a nationally recognized provider of training
• Possess visual and auditory acuity, physical ability, strength and stamina to perform the required responsibilities and rigorous physical duties, and respond to environmental and other hazards related to activities
Desired Availability:

• Available to attend General Staff Training starting May 24th.  Last day of work is September 4.

Pay Range:

• $10-12.50 per hour
Application Process:
Submit an application online at www.tanadoona.org/work-at-camp
• Please direct questions to tomc@campfiremn.org (include the position title in the subject line)
• Fax:  952-378-1661

• Mail:  Tanadoona, 3300 Tanadoona Dr, Excelsior, MN, 55331

Camp Fire Minnesota is strongly committed to addressing environmental justice. We encourage candidates with diverse experiences and backgrounds, Black, Indigenous and people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and unemployed persons to apply. 

Location Tanadoona, 3300 Tanadoona Dr, Excelsior, MN, 55331
Expires 2021-02-22
Link https://campfiremn.org/camps/tanadoona/work-at-camp/
MAEE Partner Camp Fire Minnesota
Outdoor Living Skills Specialist/Naturalist
  • Part Time & Seasonal
Camp Fire Minnesota
Location: Tanadoona, 3300 Tanadoona Dr, Excelsior, MN, 55331
Expires: 2021-02-22
Link: https://campfiremn.org/camps/tanadoona/work-at-camp/
MAEE Partner: Camp Fire Minnesota
Job Description:
Job Title: Outdoor Living Skills Specialist/Naturalist
Purpose: Develop and lead nature, outdoor education, and outdoor living skills activities to campers
Reports to: Programs Coordinator

Dates:  May 24 – September 4, 2021

About Camp Fire Minnesota
With nature as our catalyst, we energize youth to discover their spark so their futures glow brighter.

Youth spend 90% of their time indoors. Camp Fire Minnesota addresses this challenge by delivering culturally relevant, nature-based programs to youth of all backgrounds at Tanadoona, Camp Bluewater, and throughout the community. We help youth “light their spark within” through summer camp, environmental education & STEM classes for schools, and community-based out-of-school time nature programs.
We are proud to offer inclusive and welcoming programs to youth in the community, including free and reduced rate programs and a scholarship program. As a result of their Camp Fire experience, 93% of youth report valuing nature and stewarding the environment.

Our 2021 summer camp at Tanadoona in Chanhassen is expected to serve more than 2,800 youth this year. This program offers youth and teens progressive, nature-based learning through day, premium day, and leadership development camps. (Due to COVID-19, we are not offering our Resident Camp programs this year but expect these to return in 2022). Tanadoona is an ACA accredited camp.

About This Position
The Outdoor Living Skills (OLS) Specialist is responsible for developing and teaching nature, outdoor education, and outdoor living skills activities to campers. Specialist will monitor campers’ skill levels and implement methods of progression and rewarding achievements. This position manages supplies and equipment and works with staff to develop camp programs. OLS Specialist will provide supervision to campers during after-camp program.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement Outdoor Living Skills programming to engage all ability levels
• Facilitate with other staff members a weekly cookout and overnight experience for resident campers
• Assist in additional leadership responsibilities when assigned
• Assist in ensuring the cleanliness of the site, bathrooms, and other camp buildings
• Act as a general counselor when necessary

• Works with the rest of the specialist team to support all programs. Cross train as necessary.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to respond appropriately to first-aid and safety situations
• Ability to teach/review OLS with staff and campers including firebuilding, cooking, orienteering/geocaching, shelter building, etc.
• Ability to work with a variety of different groups, from many different backgrounds

• Maintain Camp Fire Minnesota standards at all times

Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 19
• Completion of high school or equivalent
• Previous experience working in a day or resident camp or youth development program
• Previous experience planning and leading outdoor activities
• Knowledge of Leave No Trace principles, Project WILD, and additional relevant resources (or the ability to obtain knowledge)
• CPR & First Aid Certifications issued by a nationally recognized provider of training
• Possess visual and auditory acuity, physical ability, strength and stamina to perform the required responsibilities and rigorous physical duties, and respond to environmental and other hazards related to activities
Desired Availability:

• Available to attend General Staff Training starting May 24th.  Last day of work is September 4.

Pay Range:

• $10-12.50 per hour
Application Process:
Submit an application online at www.tanadoona.org/work-at-camp
• Please direct questions to tomc@campfiremn.org (include the position title in the subject line)
• Fax:  952-378-1661

• Mail:  Tanadoona, 3300 Tanadoona Dr, Excelsior, MN, 55331

Camp Fire Minnesota is strongly committed to addressing environmental justice. We encourage candidates with diverse experiences and backgrounds, Black, Indigenous and people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and unemployed persons to apply. 

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