CAMP FLASTACOWO: STUDENT JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Summer Adventure Camp Positions
The FSU Reservation seeks qualified applicants for summer camp positions each spring. The camp is held at the FSU Reservation on Lake Bradford. Camp is held for eight, one-week sessions during June, July, and August. The camp is designed to provide instruction and experiences in sailing, canoeing, kayaking, outdoor adventure activities, arts and crafts, cooking, group initiatives, and team building for boys and girls ages 8-13.

All applicants must have First Aid and CPR certifications and be available to work during the hours of 7:30am - 6:00pm for the complete 8 week program. Lifeguard certification preferred, but not required.

To apply for any of the following positions, please download the 2008 Summer Job Application (Adobe PDF) and the Reference Check form (Adobe PDF). Complete the application along with THREE reference check forms and drop off at the Reservation.  Application forms are also available at the Reservation.

Program Recreation Leader
General Responsibilities
Assist with planning and operation of Outdoor Educational Programs for boys and girls ages 8-13. Focus on programs directed toward outdoor education, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, arts and crafts, cooking, games, and challenge course activities. Direct responsibility for age group assigned during operating hours. Assist with implementation of daily schedules, games, and discipline. Promote leadership and display role model characteristics for youth. Provide consistent rule enforcement for the safety of all participants. Other responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Requirements
Certification in or willing to obtain community first aid and CPR for the professional rescuer required prior to employment. Preference will be given to FSU students. Leisure Education, Physical Education, Teacher Education or Childhood Education major or professional experience preferred. Experience working with youth (ages 8-13) preferably in a summer camp environment. Need to provide information for background check as mandated by HRS.

Specific Responsibilities
Supervise small groups from drop off to pick up. Supervise specific age group throughout operational hours. Assist specialists during all instructional programs. Provide high level of supervision in an open waterfront area at all times. Demonstrate exemplary customer service skills and promote facility, programs, and colleagues in a positive manner at all times. Assist with facility clean up during programs and at the conclusion of the day. Provide direct supervision of all group members during all activities. Directly responsible to the Camp Management. Provide leadership activities, games, and structured activities throughout the day. Assist the Director with drop-off and pick-up hours as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Waterski Instructor
General Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive waterski instructions for beginners. Provide safety, instruction, and supervision during program times. Responsible for maintaining safe operation of boats.

Minimum Requirements
Preference will be given to FSU students. Recreation, Leisure Services, Education, Physical Education, or Child Development major or professional experience highly preferred. Previous experience as waterski instructor in program for youth ages 8-13 desired. Demonstrate proficiency in skills and fitness level required for a comprehensive introductory waterskiing program for youth. Must complete background check as required by HRS.

Specific Responsibilities
Report directly to the Camp Management. Possess working knowledge of ski boats and waterski equipment. Become certified in level 1 or higher US Water Ski instructional program. Demonstrate knowledge of care and maintenance of 17' powerboat. Must possess thorough knowledge of facility emergency action plans. Ability to teach beginner level waterskiing for ages 8-13. Communicate class objectives, safety standards, and curriculum adequately to all participants. Customize course materials to the needs of the participants. Create non-threatening environment that is conducive to participant achievement. Adapt teaching methodology and approaches to the experiences and ability level of participants. Provide constructive, positive feedback. Provide special event activities based on skills mastered during the program. Assist in set-up and clean up of all equipment and supplies related to the program. Notify Camp Director of all repairs and safety issues in timely fashion and in writing. Provide evaluations to parents as requested. Assist the Director with drop-off and pick-up hours as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Challenge Course Instructor
General Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive challenge programming for the participants of Rez ADC (Adventure Day Camp). Responsible for safety, instruction, supervision during program times, and maintenance of the challenge course.

Minimum Requirements
Preference will be given to FSU students. Recreation, Leisure Services, Education, Physical Education, or Child Development major or professional experience highly preferred. Must have previous experience with a challenge courses and have completed the FSU Facilitator Training. Must complete background check as required by HRS.

Specific Responsibilities
Report directly to the Camp Management. Intimate knowledge of low ropes course events, field games, and teambuilding activities. Familiarity with the philosophy of experiential education. Customize course materials to the needs of the participants. Create non-threatening environment that is conducive to participant achievement. Provide constructive, positive feedback. Provide special event activities based on skills. Assist in set-up and clean up of all equipment and supplies related to the program. Notify Camp Management of all repairs and safety issues in timely fashion and in writing. Assist the Director with drop-off and pick-up hours as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Administrative Assistant
General Responsibilities
Conduct administrative duties as assigned, to include handling money, receipting, maintaining accurate financial records, scheduling, programming, and assisting with data entry.

Minimum Requirements
Preference will be given to FSU students. Must be PC literate, including knowledge of MS Word and Excel software programs. Must be able to operate cash register. Ability to work cooperatively with parents, children, and staff. Maintain high standards of professionalism. Excellent organizational skills a must. Previous administrative experience preferred. Must complete background check as required by HRS.

Specific Responsibilities
Assist Camp Management with camper check-in and drop-off. Interact with parents and represent FSU Seminole Reservation positively. Receive payments and registrations from parents and provide receipts for payments. Maintain accurate records of payments and camper attendance. Assist with maintaining staff timesheets and payroll. Assist in creating a non-threatening environment that is conducive to learning and participant achievement. Other duties as assigned.

Beginning Sailing Instructor
General Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive learn-to-sail program for beginners. Responsible for set up and clean up of instructional area. Provide rainy day programs as needed. Provide safety and supervision during program times. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements
Preference will be given to FSU students. Recreation, Leisure Services Education, Physical Education or Child Development major or professional highly preferred. Previous experience as sailing or windsurfing beginner instructor in program for youth ages 8-14 as approved by U.S. Sailing Association or other nationally recognized introductory sailing program. Demonstrate proficiency in the skills and fitness level required for a comprehensive introductory sailing program for youth. Must complete background check as required by HRS.

Specific Responsibilities
Report directly to the Camp Management. Possess working knowledge of lateen rig hull. Demonstrate knowledge of reasonable care and maintenance of instructional sailing fleet. Demonstrate knowledge of basic sailing principles including: boat and sail parts, true and apparent wind, rigging,tacking, jibing and knots and lines. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of basic safety principles such as minimum standards for water skills, capsizing, man-overboard recovery, rights of way, weather and currents. Must possess thorough knowledge of facility emergency action plans. Must be familiar with standardized learn-to-sail programs as endorsed by nationally recognized associations. Provide for health and safety of all participants at all times. Ability to teach beginner level sailing for ages 8-14. Communicate class objectives, safety standards and curriculum adequately to all participants. Customize course materials to the needs of the participants. Create non-threatening environment that is conducive to participant achievement. Adapt teaching methodology and approaches to the experiences and ability level of participants. Provide constructive, positive feedback. Provide special event activities based on skills mastered during the program. Assist in set-up and clean up of all equipment and supplies related to program. Notify Camp Management of all repairs and safety issues in timely fashion and in writing. Provide evaluations to parents as requested. Assist the Director with drop-off and pick-up hours as needed. Other duties as assigned.