Seasonal Naturalists-Camp Director

The seasonal Camp Director Position is responsible for planning and coordinating activities for summer camps.  Duties include assisting in creating and maintaining a fun, positive and safe camp environment for campers and staff.  Duties may vary for each facility.  Work is performed under various weather conditions.  Applicants must be available to work weekends, evenings and holidays as scheduled.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Plan and lead daily activities for summer camps.
• Lead outdoor sport activities such as tubing, canoeing, fishing, and mountain biking.
• Develop new games and activities.
• Ensure a fun, educational and safe environment for children.
• Supervise and mentor summer camp team.
• Work dependably and have good communication skills.
• Maintain a positive attitude and have fun.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Seasonal Naturalists (Camp Director)

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training. Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas.

1. At least 21 years of age.
2. Possession of a valid driver’s license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
3. Two years experience with a camp program for children or young adults.
4. One year experience in supervising groups, staff or volunteers.
5. Experience working with children and young adults such as babysitting, academic/athletic tutoring, camp counselor, youth volunteer, classroom assistant or education teacher.
6. Knowledge of various recreational activities such as hiking, mountain biking, boating or swimming.

Criminal background check:  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire. 

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at www.delawarestatejobs.com.

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.