Camp Counselor II - Utah State University

Overview:

Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter is seeking driven teens to work as camp counselors during Summer Camp 2025. Camp Counselor IIs will assist with daily summer camp activities and functions for 40 camps offered from June – August that take place both on the Swaner Preserve and in the EcoCenter. Teens will help to provide meaningful nature-based camp experiences for youth entering Kindergarten through 4th grade in half-day week-long camps.

 

This position is intended for teens who are entering 9th through 12th grade in Fall 2025 and 2025 high school graduates. Camp Counselor IIs must commit to at least three weeks of work at Swaner June – August and attend a mandatory counselor training prior beginning work.

 

This position will help teens develop leadership skills, gain experience teaching and leading youth, meet other motivated and goal-oriented teens, foster workplace skills, and build their resume and references for future jobs and applications.

 

For opportunities for high school graduates, higher education students, and professional educators, please see the Environmental Educator job posting at Swaner.

Responsibilities:

• Complete hiring paperwork and mandatory training in timely manner
• Help with set up and clean up of camp each day, including preparing supplies, arranging classroom, reviewing curriculum, cleaning, etc.
• Greet campers upon arrival and help them feel comfortable at camp; keep campers engaged throughout program
• Lead small group activities with instruction
• Play age-appropriate games with campers, as directed by camp lead
• Ensure camp is a safe, fun, and inclusive environment for all campers
• Act as role models for campers and other counselors

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 14 years old
• Must be entering 9th-12th grades in Fall 2025, or have graduated from high school in Spring 2025
• Ability and desire to work with youth, other teens, and adults

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong work ethic and sense of responsibility
• Good verbal communication skills
• Must be able to help with both outdoor and indoor activities, including (but not limited to) hiking, wading in streams and ponds, walking on uneven ground, games, crafts, and indoor activities

Required Documents:

Along with the online application, please attach:

 

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”

2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary:$10.50 Per HourADA:

The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing).

 

Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibrations from equipment, and conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.

University Highlights:

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

 

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

 

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

 

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

 

*updated 02/2025

Notice of Non-discrimination:

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

 

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

*updated 09/2023