Seasonal Maryland Conservation Job Corps (CJC) Camp Coach

Seasonal Contractual 

Three (3) Vacancies

Contract Period:  May 2016 – August 2016

GREENBRIER STATE PARK in Boonsboro, Maryland (FREDERICK COUNTY)

ROCKY GAP STATE PARK in Flintstone, Maryland (ALLEGANY COUNTY)

TUCKAHOE STATE PARK in Ridgely, Maryland (CAROLINE COUNTY)

The Maryland Conservation Jobs Corps (CJC) is a six-week summer employment program for disadvantaged youth ages 14 – 17 operated by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Maryland Park Service.  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 Camp Coach for the CJC Program.  You must indicate on the Supplemental Questionnaire the specific location(s) of interest for this recruitment.

The CJC Camp Coach is responsible for sustaining all CJC Camp Specialists at a particular park or park area.  CJC Camp Specialists are directly responsible for supervising several crews of approximately 6 youth per crew that are participating in a 3-day/2-night camping experience.  OVERNIGHT TENT CAMPING is required while attending camp.

The CJC Camp Coach shall:

Provide direction and guidance to CJC Corps Members and ensure that CJC Camp Specialists utilize strategies provided in training to maintain a safe and educational work environment for youth, including but not limited to the following:

·                     Proper professional work ethic and behavior.

·                     Ensure that projects are properly, professionally and completely executed to the satisfaction of site managers.

·                     Manage the data selected with work projects assignments as required by the CJC Program Director.

·                     Conduct regular crew-based Corps Member training and instructional presentations in critical areas related to safety and professional job performance including the following:

                        *  First-Aid and workplace safety

                        *  Environmental issues and conservation, emphasis on camping and outdoor recreation

                        *  Community relations

                        *  Work ethic

                        *  Communications

                        *  Site-specific work project, goals and activities

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Prior work experience with CJC and experience with youth.

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

Previous work experience with at-risk youth is preferred.

Applicants must have a valid Driver’s License, be 21 years of age (requirement for driving rental vans used during the program), and a good driving record.

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

Applicants must attend a mandatory CJC Camp training on Monday, June 13th and Tuesday, June 14th (OVERNIGHT).

Applicants must attend a mandatory training the week of Monday, June 20th to Friday, June 24th to be held from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (additional hours may be required, and training dates are subject to change).

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. You will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. 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.

If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact the Department of Natural Resources at 410-260-8080.

Online application is STRONGLY preferred. 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.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

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