Employment
"Life is Better in the Outdoors!"
The Outdoor Adventure Camp offers summer staff positions to qualified individuals seeking a fun filled adventure teaching young men and women conservation and outdoor skills. Applications are available by calling the camp office or from link listed below.
Listed are several of the camp positions and a very brief description of their duties.
The
counselors are the backbone of the summer youth camp program and the success of
the summer relies on the counselor interactions with the campers.
Their sole responsibility is the safety and welfare of the campers and to
insure that the campers have a fun and positive camping experience.
Counselors also assist with other related camp activities.
The
instructor positions are responsible for teaching their assigned topic to the
campers. The summer
camp employ a Swimming, Canoeing, Fishing, Wildlife & Ecology, Outdoor
Skills, Archery, and Hunter Safety Instructors.
Each instructor will also assist with other camp activities.
An interest in the outdoors and knowledge of the assigned topic is
required for these positions.
Some of these positions require certifications in the related field.
The Outdoor Adventure Camp employs six Advanced Program
Instructors for the Outfitters and Safari Groups. These
unique positions not only act as counselors to the older return campers, but are
responsible for various program instruction as well.
They take their assigned group, “The Safari Group”, on hikes and
primitive camping in
the Ocala National Forest and canoeing down the Ocklawaha River.
Camping and outdoor experience is a must.
The
camp hires four cooks that work in teams on one of two shifts.
They’re responsible for preparing and serving the meals to campers and
staff throughout the week. These
are the only positions that don’t have a residential requirement.
Experience is a must.
The
Outdoor Adventure Camp hires a Medical Coordinator that takes care of all the
summer camp first aid needs.
This position is required to have a current EMT or higher certification.
The Counselor In Training “CIT” program is for teens interested in gaining a more in-depth, hands-on leadership experience with the camp. The CIT is an invaluable staff member to the operation of each camper’s week. The CITs assist with counselor’s duties and responsibilities to insure a safe and smooth week. This position receives no pay, but is a stepping stone to becoming a summer camp staff. Individuals utilize this position in the efforts to acquire community service hours for various school and community requirements and projects.
All positions include a competitive salary, lodging for the summer and meals while at work. Staff are required to live at camp from Sunday afternoon till Friday evening for one staff training week and six camper weeks. All staff will be off for the July 4th week..
All
potential staff will undergo a mandatory criminal background check.
If you are Interested in a summer staff position with the Ocala Outdoor Adventure Camp,
please complete the Staff Application (word) (additional paperwork will follow) and mail to address below.
For more information contact:
Greg Workman, Director
Ocala Conservation Center & Outdoor Adventure Camp
7325 NE 170 Avenue
Silver Springs, FL 34488
or
P.O. Box 2516
Silver Springs, FL 34489
Phone: 352-625-2804
Fax: 352-625-0333
E-mail: gregory.workman@myfwc.com
An
equal opportunity employer.
This agency does not discriminate by race, color, nationality, gender or
handicap.