Summer Programs Assistant at Chincoteague Bay Field Station Wallops Island, VA

Position Dates June 3 - August 9, 2024

SCHEDULE

SPAs will alternate weeks working with Road Scholar Programs/High School Interns and Day Camp or Overnight Camp. 4 weeks will be spent on Road Scholar Programs and 4 weeks will be spent on Day or Overnight Camps. SPAs will be given the opportunity to work with other programs as they are able and available depending on their interest areas.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

For all categories, duties include: Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pro Job responsibilities will fall into four main categories: Day Camp, Overnight Camp, Road Scholar, and High School Intern Supervisor gram participants Enforce CBFS rules and regulations at all times Take photos during program activities Positive customer service for all program participants Actively interact with and supervise program participants during program hours, giving them undivided attention Represent CBFS in a positive and appropriate way

BENEFITS

Salary: $850 biweekly On-site staff housing provided: furnished 800 sq. ft. two bedroom apt, one bathroom, kitchen and living room, central heat and A/C, all utilities included, shared with max. one roommate. On-station meals when programs in session. Free laundry facility on-site.

REQUIREMENTS

Must have a BA or BS, be working towards a degree, or possess equivalent experience. Comfortable working long hours outdoors in and on the water in adverse conditions (hot, buggy, etc.) Ability to connect with, encourage, and direct participants of all ages. Must be friendly, energetic, creative, and motivational. Ability to think fast, make decisions, and enforce rules. Flexible and able to adapt to different programs and age groups as needed. Valid Driver’s License and submission of recent driving record. Current CPR/First Aid certification or ability to get certified before June 3 rd , 2024 Up to date COVID-19 vaccinations (required for all employees) Must be 21 or older

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Teaching and/or leadership experience in formal or informal education. Experience working with multiple age groups from young learners to adults. Previous experience working on boats or with kayaks. Experience with summer camps and/or outdoor adventure programs A degree in Education, Outdoor Recreation, Biology, Marine Biology, Environmental Sciences, or other relevant fields

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to list 50 lbs repeatedly Ability to walk a mile on uneven terrain Ability to stand and work for long periods of time Ability to work long days and on weekends Ability to learn how to handle and work with equipment, including on vessels Ability to work in extreme conditions (heat, mosquitos, etc.) Why work here CBFS offers hands on, feet wet experiential education opportunities to learners of all ages and backgrounds! Our residential environmental education and research facility gets staff and participants out into the field every day learning about our unique coastal ecosystem. If you love sharing your passion for nature with others, then this is the place for you! #J-18808-Ljbffr Clough AMEC.