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Seasonal Camp Specialist

Maryland Conservation Jobs Corps (CJC)

Recruitment #14-999999-071

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Introduction

Seasonal Contractual-NO BENEFITS

LOCATION OF POSITION

Tuckahoe State Park - Queen Anne, Maryland (Caroline County)

Rocky Gap State Park - Flintstone, Maryland (Allegany County)          

Main Purpose of Job

The Maryland Conservation Jobs Corps (CJC) is a six-week summer employment program for disadvantaged youth operated by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. CJC uses outdoor experiential activities and the power of nature to enrich the lives of youth and prepare them for future success in the workforce. The Maryland Park Service is currently recruiting for multiple seasonal contractual positions for CJC Site Coach for the CJC Program.

The CJC Camp Specialist is responsible for ensuring the regular, reliable and professional implementation of a three-day/two-night camping component for CJC Corps Members while ensuring the training and safety of crews. The Camp Specialist mentors members by seizing opportunities to enhance teamwork and outdoor ethics. The Camp Specialist will be residing at their assigned camp location Monday - Friday during the six-week program.

The CJC Camp Specialist shall:

Develop skill of Corps Members by seeing that all Corps Members learn safe and professional work practices, including but not limited to the following:

  • Proper set-up of a tent and use of camping equipment;
  • Professional courtesy to community members, park staff and others they come in contact within the field:
  • Adherence to DNR and CJC policies, rules and regulations; and • Clear articulation of activities, goals and related services.

MINIMUM EDUCATION OR GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Education: Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:  None.     

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education or experience in the field of park operations, recreation, education, business, administration, forestry, social sciences, or a natural resources related field.

Experience working with children and youth is required, and experience working with at-risk youth.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees appointed to positions in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of current certification in CPR for adult/child and First-Aid.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment, and report all experience and education that is related to this position. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will proceed to the next phase of evaluation.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application is strongly recommended. If online access is unavailable, you may submit a paper application to:

Department of Natural Resources
Human Resources
580 Taylor Avenue, C-3
Annapolis, MD 21401

Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. 

The Human Resource Department is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.










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