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From a Ryan Brady Photo While the Northland Outdoor Education program is by no
means a jobs clearinghouse, job announcements do cross our desks. We would
like to share these opportunities with our current students, graduates, and
site visitors. The jobs on this page will be listed from new to old. We
have chosen to retain many expired job postings in order to enable visitors
to see what types of jobs are available in this field. Visitors wishing to view additional job listings may wish
to visit our
Outdoor Education Job Hunting Resources Page.
Education Director at Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont,
Application Deadline: 9/15/08
Environmental Manager: Stevens Pass Ski
Area,
Skykomish, Washington, Application Deadline:
7/30/08
Various Outward Bound
Jobs Available in Denver, Posted: 6/24/08
Climbing Tower Director Position with Camp Togowoods,
Posted: 5/8/08
Jobs With the
North Lakeland Discovery Center,
Application Deadline: 5/23/08
Jobs with the Stone
Mountain School, Posted: 5/2/08
Lake Valley Camp: Expedition
Guide, Posted: 5/1/08
Naturalist Apprentice Position with Land Between the Lakes,
Posted: 3/19/08
Naturalist: Meramec State Park, Posted: 3/19/08
SCA: Student Conservation Association Jobs: Milwaukee Crew Leaders,
Posted: 3/19/08
Lake Superior Pathfinders Jobs: 2008, Application
Deadline: 3/28/08
Fellowships with
Enviropreneur Camp, Application Deadline: 3/24/08
Jobs with Camp Moosilauke,
Posted: 3/14/08
Guide for the
Chequamegon Adventure Company, Posted: 3/14/08
Job Opportunities for Northland Students at Camp Hayward (Wisconsin),
Posted: 1/29/08
Jobs with the El Paso County
Parks, Posted: 2/29/08
Summer Jobs on the
Saint Croix National
Scenic Riverway, Application Deadline: 2/12/08
Seasonal Naturalist Positions (4) with Trees for Tomorrow,
Application Deadline: 5/1/08
Multiple Jobs with Tyler Hill
Camp, Posted: 12/12/07
Valerie Chabot Fellowship,
Application Deadline: 11/20/07
Summer Jobs with Camp Moosilauke, Posted:
11/14/07
Outdoor
Recreation Coordinator, City of Denver, Colorado,
Application Deadline: 12/14/07
Kenai
Peninsula Independent Living Center, Homer, Alaska,
Posted: 11/7/07
National Wildlife Federation, Education Campaign Manager Position: Austin,
Tx, Posted: 10/1/07
National Wildlife Federation-Director of Field Education Programs,
Posted: 10/1/07
Friendship
Ventures, Posted: 9/14/07
Jobs with Greenpeace,
Posted: 9/14/07
AmeriCorps VISTA Jobs,
Application Deadline: 5/1/07
Job
Openings at Camp Togowoods, Posted: 4/2/07
Sea Grant Aquatic Invasive Species Watercraft Inspection – Three
Positions, Posted: 3/30/07
More Jobs at Camp Moosilauke,
Posted: 3/14/07
Summer Jobs at the
Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, Application Deadline:
3/16/07
Government Jobs,
Posted: 3/14/07
Challenge Course Specialist,
Oskaloosa, Kansas, Posted: 3/14/07
Chippewa National Forest, Deer River Youth Conservation Corps Jobs,
Application Deadline: 3/23/07
North
Lakeland Discovery Center, Manitowish Waters, WI,,
Apply Immediately: 3/6/07
National Park Service
Seasonal Positions, Application Deadline: 3/12/07
EPA Summer
Opportunities for Students Website, Posted: 3/5/07
Jobs at Camp Echo Lake,
Posted: 3/5/07
Great Summer
Opportunities in Southwest Alaska! Posted: 3/1/07
North Star Adventure Position,
Posted: 2/19/07
Lake Superior
Pathfinders
Summer 2007 Position
Descriptions, Application Deadline: 2/28/07 Trip Leader Positions with Camp Moosilauke, Posted: 2/6/07 Trail Staff Jobs and Internships with Wilderness Inquiry, Posted: 2/2/07 Job Opportunities with the Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission, Posted: 1/30/07 Museum Educator at the Cable Natural History Museum, Application Deadline: 2/28/07 Summer Jobs with the Wisconsin Lion's Club, Posted: 1/22/07 The Job Listings:Please note: The jobs on this page will be listed from new to old. We have chosen to retain many expired job postings in order to enable visitors to see what types of jobs are available in this field. Also, bear in mind the likelihood that, if these agencies have hired in the past, it is likely that they will hire again, and it may be worth contacting them to see is if current opportunities exist. Thank you for your indulgence.
Education Director at Great Smoky
Mountains Institute at Tremont Follow this Link to View Details
Environmental Manager: Stevens Pass Ski
Area,
Stevens Pass Ski area Job announcement Environmental Manager
Duties: Develop and oversee all environmental initiatives such as, green power program, fuel consumption regulation, energy conservation and recycling/refuse programs. Hire, train, direct and evaluate the recycling and refuse staff. Write and implement proposals, initiatives and grants. Ensure efficiency and effectiveness of all environmental systems and subsequent infrastructures to lessen the environmental footprint of Steven Pass Ski Area.
Requirements: Possess a 4-year degree and/or equivalent experience, strong computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and within a functional team. Willingness to work outside in various weather conditions. Must be comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business.
This is an abbreviated description.
Please send a resume and cover letter by July 30, 2008- Attn: John Meriwether, Director of Environmental Planning, by fax: 206.812.4517, by email: humanresources@stevenspass.com or by mail to PO Box 98, Skykomish, Washington, 98288
Various Outward Bound Jobs Available in Denver
Follow These Links to View Details Community Program Director: Outward Bound, Denver Course Director Position: Outward Bound, Denver Instructor Position: Outward Bound, Denver Lead Instructor Position: Outward Bound, Denver
Please visit the staff intranet for a full list of open positions @ intranet.outwardbound.org Angie Gossett, SPHR Vice President, Human Resources Outward Bound 910 Jackson Street Golden, CO 80401 P 720-497-2412 F 866-807-9584 M 303-908-3915
Outward Bound is a non-profit educational organization with five core programs that change lives, build teams, and transform schools. We deliver adventure and challenge in the wilderness, urban settings, workrooms, and classrooms to help students achieve their possibilities, and to inspire them to serve others and to care for the world around them.
Climbing Tower Director Position with Camp Togowoods Follow this Link to View Details
I am a resident camp director in Alaska. As part of our camp program we facilitate a 35 foot climbing tower. I am looking for climbing tower directors to oversee the tower and facilitate climbing sessions with groups of girls. Our climbing tower directors need to have either certification or extensive experience with climbing or high ropes courses and must be at least 21 years old. I have attached a flyer with more information.
Our camp runs from May 28 to August 6th this summer. I would be happy to answer any questions you or any interested students might have. I can be reached at ablock@gsscak.org or at 800-478-7448.
Students can find more information about our camp at www.girlscouts.ak.org/camp and more about employment at camp at www.girlscouts.ak.org/togowoodsjob. If you have a student who wants to apply for the position they can fill out an application at www.girlscouts.ak.org/campapplication.
Thank you,
Amanda
Amanda Block Camp Togowoods Director Girl Scouts Susitna Council 800-478-7448
Job With the North Lakeland Discovery Center
Community & Wolf Education Program Director Applications close May 23, 2008
An immediate opening exists for a full-time Program Director. This position requires a highly organized and visionary individual to develop and implement the Center’s community education and wolf education programs. The Discovery Center recently entered into an agreement with the Timber Wolf Alliance (TWA). The position therefore offers the appointee an exciting opportunity to shape the new position and influence the future of wolf education. The Program Director is responsible for the planning, promotion, implementation, and evaluation of all Discovery Center community education and recreation activities and all activities of the TWA. The position is responsible for the delivery of various naturalist activities and the satisfactory completion of all required program-related administrative functions including scheduling, public relations; supervision of intern and volunteers, grant writing; and budget development and management. Salary is negotiable and includes a comprehensive benefits package after a qualifying period.
For more information go to www.discoverycenter.net/employment.htm
North Lakeland Discovery Center, PO Box 237, Manitowish Waters, WI 54545
Follow this Link to View Application Information
Jobs with the Stone Mountain School Follow this Link to View Details
My name is Micah Wheat. I am in charge of recruiting at Stone Mountain School (www.stonemountainschool.com). We are a long term therapeutic boarding school in Black mountain, NC. I would like to extend an opportunity to any of your students in the Outdoor Education Department to check us out. We are actively seeking folks who are interested in dipping their toes in the Therapeutic Adventure Programming Field. Attached is a flyer for anyone who might be interested.
Thanks again!
Micah Wheat Recruiting Coordinator Stone Mountain School 828-669-8639 Ext. 118 828-669-2521 Fax 828-216-4099 Cell mwheat@stonemountainschool.com
Follow this Link to View the Brochure Follow this Link to View the Camp Home Page http://www.campwoodbrooke.org/index.php Follow this Link to View Job Descriptions and Access Application Materials
Lake Valley Camp: Expedition Guide
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View Details
Resource Management Technician position with the National Park
System: Apostle Islands National Lake Shore
Follow this Link to View Details:
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/jobsearch.asp?q=CK181460ES&salmin=&salmax=&
Interpretive Program Manager Position with the International Crane Foundation
Background: The ICF is a conservation organization committed to safeguarding the world’s 15 species of cranes and the ecosystems in which they live. ICF uses the charisma of cranes to bring diverse people together to solve problems of significance for wildlife and people. To gain understanding and support for our efforts, ICF maintains live bird displays of all 15 species of cranes and runs a visitors program for the public during all but the winter months. ICF is embarking on making a significant transformation to our publicly accessible central campus through the expansion of live bird displays and the enhancement of interpretive exhibitry, programs and services.
Duties: ICF seeks a professional in the field of interpretive programs, visitor services, and exhibit planning, development, implementation and evaluation. The successful candidate will lead the Conservation Education Department’s on-site interpretive and visitors programs. S/he will lead the department’s contribution to site improvements; the planning and development of new interpretive materials and services; and, the evaluation and improvement of existing interpretive materials and services. S/he will also provide oversight to the visitors program, supervising a diverse group including one full time staff member, a number of seasonal naturalist interns, occasional international interns, and a large number of volunteers. S/he will work closely with peer program staff and management to ensure the quality and effectiveness of the visitors and interpretive programs. Some national and potentially international travel is expected.
Required: The successful candidate will have:
Desired: Preference will be given to individuals with training and experience in one or more of the following:
Applications: Applicants should provide a letter describing their interest in and qualifications for the position; a detailed resume; salary requirements; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of three references. (References will only be contacted after notification of the applicant.) Applications will be confidential. Applicants must be US citizens or residents or have a valid visa and documents to work in the US.
Applications should be sent electronically to Linda Foster (LFoster@savingcranes.org) and Erica Cochrane (ecochrane@savingcranes.org) by Sunday, 20 April 2008. For more information on ICF visit: www.savingcranes.org.
Naturalist Apprentice Position with Land Between the Lakes
Position: Naturalist Apprentice
Location: Woodlands Nature Station Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area, US Forest Service, Cadiz, KY
Deadline: Open until filled
Duties:
Job Description: The apprenticeship is a full time (40 hours/ week) one year term. The apprenticeship provides a stipend of $200.00/ week plus on-site housing. Training opportunities are available.
Job requirements: Bachelor’s Degree or accredited Associate Degree. Ability to talk with general public and children.
Send or email resume, cover letter, and 3 references to: John Pollpeter Woodlands Nature Station 100 Van Morgan Drive Golden Pond, KY 42211-9001 270-924-2120 jmpollpeter@hotmail.com
Naturalist: Meramec State Park I am searching for applicants to fill seasonal naturalist positions at Meramec State Park. The time frame for seasonal work will start in April and conclude in Sept./Oct. Seasonal naturalists here provide a wide range of nature education programs for park visitors so that our guests might better understand and appreciate the park’s natural resources. Examples include guiding tours through Fisher Cave, leading nature walks on park trails, presenting aquatic programs and presenting campground amphitheater programs. Staff will also participate in several field research projects. Each staff member will also learn about and develop the skill of interpretation. This position is an extremely strong resume builder!
Benefits include a wage of $6.65 per hour, free housing, free utilities and a backyard with 6,898 acres of natural splendor. The housing is provided in a modern, six bedroom, furnished, co-ed living quarters.
The natural resources of the park include a pristine eight-mile section of the Meramec River classified as an ‘Outstanding National Resource Waters’, 47 caves, numerous glades, spring-fed streams, several fens, woodlands, and thousands of acres of mature forest. Correspondingly, the flora and fauna of the park are highly diverse and include many conservation concern species with several federally listed endangered species. Two full-time naturalists assist seasonal naturalists in how to interpret the park’s natural wonders for visitors.
Students with education in botany, dendrology, ecology, entomology, environmental education, geology, herpetology, ichthyology, mammalogy, natural history interpretation, ornithology, plant taxonomy, public speaking, speleology, and wildlife management courses are preferred.
Applicants must be willing to work some evenings and weekends. Applicants must be in excellent physical condition and able to perform strenuous outdoor work under harsh environmental conditions.
Applicants should submit a resume with a copy of their college transcript ASAP to Brian Wilcox, Meramec State Park, 115 Meramec Park Dr., Sullivan, MO 63080 or FAX 573-468-5051. Call 573-468-8155 days, 573- 468-6615 evenings, or brian.wilcox@dnr.mo.gov for more details.
Meramec State Park is a facility of the Mo. Dept. of Natural Resources, an equal opportunity employer.
Student Conservation Association Jobs: Milwaukee Crew Leaders
P.O. Box 550 Charlestown, NH 03603 Phone: 603-543-1700
Fax: 603-543-1828
Lake Superior Pathfinders Jobs: 2008
Follow this Link to View a Job Description
Fellowships with Enviropreneur Camp
Applications are now being taken for fellowships in the 2008
Enviropreneur Camp, hosted by the Property and Environment Research
Center (PERC) from July 9-24, in Bozeman, Montana.
then we think
PERC’s Enviropreneur Camp is a place for you.
Need Rock Climbers, Bikers, Canoeists and Trip Leaders
Our trips include Mt. Washington, Mt. Lafayette, the Appalachian Trail, Mt. Moosilauke, the Presidential Range, Mt. Mahoosuc, Lake Umbagog, Mt. Smarts, Mt. Cube, the Androsgoggin River, mountain biking and many others.
Our web site is (WWW.Moosilauke.com) Application is attached.
Great Summer Camp Counselor Positions Available For Certified Trip Leaders in Hiking, Canoeing, Rock Climbing, Bouldering, Kayaking and Mountain Biking.
Camp Location: Camp Moosilauke is located in New Hampshire on 250 beautiful acres of land. We have an incredible lake and the camp is surrounded by mountains.
Camp Description: Camp Moosilauke provides excellent mountain biking, hiking and canoeing trips. Our trips include Mt. Washington, Mt. Lafayette, the Appalachian Trail, Mt. Moosilauke, Lake Umbagog, Mt. Smarts, Mt. Cube, the Androsgoggin River and many others. We teach outdoor life skills and leave no trace camping. We offer all land and water sports with great instruction and competition. Moosilauke is a small camp, which is perfect for counselors who love to do a variety of activities and go on trips. We hire men and women for counselor positions.
Hiring Requirements: Age 19+, Male and female counselors with experience in mountain biking, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, or a certification in ARC life guarding, WFA or WFR. We offer a free ARC life guarding certification course.
Salary Range: From $2,000 to $2,500 Staff Arrival Date: June 18, 2007 Staff Departure: August 15, 2007 Please contact Kenny Miller at kmiller451@aol.com or (303) 670-2066 if you are interested.
Follow this Link to View Details
Guide for the Chequamegon Adventure Company
Follow this Link to View Details
My name is Dan Lichtenstein
and I am the Associate Director of a summer camp in Hayward,
Wisconsin and each summer we hire about 75 staff to work at
our residential youth camp. Typically we hire college age
students who have a desire to work in an alternative setting
with children. I have heard excellent things about Northland
students.
Jobs with the El Paso County Parks
Posting from: Annie Ralph, Outdoor Education/Natural History Graduate
These jobs are perfect for people from
our Outdoor Education department. The two years I spent working for
El Paso County Parks at Fountain Creek Nature Center were great! I
could go on and on forever about how much I learned and had fun, and
how wonderful the people there are to work with!!!
Summer Jobs on the Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway
There are two
different positions available, a Visitor Use Assistant and a Park
Ranger. Currently we are recruiting under
The Visitor Use Assistant
The Visitor Use
Assistant's ($11.34/hr) main duty is to provide river
information and trip planning assistance at the visitor center. They would
also be responsible for contacting and educating visitors on the Namekagon
and upper St. Croix rivers by canoe, kayak, or vehicle; staffing
booths at
special events; maintaining bulletin boards; and performing other
interpretive tasks.
The Park Ranger's ($12.73/hr) duties include presenting already
developed
interpretive and educational programs to the general public and camp
groups; developing interpretive written materials; providing river
information and trip planning assistance at the visitor center;
contacting
and educating visitors on the Namekagon and upper St. Croix rivers
by canoe, kayak, or vehicle; staffing booths at special events;
maintaining
bulletin boards; and performing other interpretive tasks. They
would be
given the opportunity to develop and present their own interpretive
program.
Seasonal Naturalist Positions(4) with Trees for Tomorrow Follow this Link to View Details (and scroll down) http://www.treesfortomorrow.com/tftjobs.htm
Multiple Jobs with Tyler Hill Camp Hello! My name is Leslie Christian and I work for Tyler Hill Camp, a traditional summer camp in the Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania.
Currently I’m looking for a handful of college students who would want to work as Outdoor Adventure Staff for the summer between mid June and mid August. Basically, they would be assisting the Outdoor Adventure Director in running all aspects of the program for kids, ages 6-16. This includes overnights, campfires, ropes courses and more.
We are also looking for an Outdoor Adventure Director.
Tyler Hill is a traditional 8 week summer camp, and outdoor adventure is only one of the activities offered. We hire staff from all over the country and all over the world, including: the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada.
We offer the best summer salaries the camping industry has to offer, including a travel allowance and a cash bonus program. As the Athletics Director and former counselor of the camp, I can say it is a great opportunity to gain experience for your major, test your skills, and meet a lot of great new people.
Valerie Chabot Fellowship, Northland College The Outdoor Education program at Northland College is actively seeking qualified candidates for the Valerie Chabot Fellowship. The Fellowship is an intensive environmental education position open to upper level Northland College students or recent graduates who have completed the Island School course or have significant outdoor camping and teaching experience. The Fellow helps coordinate the entire Island School program, working with Outdoor Education Faculty, Northland students, the National Park Service and regional educators. Principal duties include: Island School program planning, advertising, coordination, curriculum development and delivery, environmental and outdoor education instruction, evaluation and administration. Work may begin as early as December at 10-15 hours a week and continue through winter term and 40-60 hours per week during the May term. Travel to schools and meeting with teachers, students and parents prior to May is common. Qualifications: Excellent organization and communication skills, solid camping and group facilitation skills, experience with environmental and outdoor education, a disciplined self starter with a love of the outdoors, children and teaching. A Wilderness First Responder certificate is strongly encouraged. Contact Clayton T. Russell at crussell@northland.edu or call 715 682 1491. Interested applicants will send a current resume and three references along with a cover letter explaining their skills and interest in the program. Review of applications begins on November 20th.
More information on the Island School program can be found at: http://www.northland.edu/Northland/Soei/Programs/ApostleIslandSchool
Summer Jobs with Camp Moosilauke Follow this Link to View a Job Application
Need Rock Climbers, Bikers, Canoeists and Trip Leaders
Our trips include Mt. Washington, Mt. Lafayette, the Appalachian Trail, Mt. Moosilauke, the Presidential Range, Mt. Mahoosuc, Lake Umbagog, Mt. Smarts, Mt. Cube, the Androsgoggin River, mountain biking and many others.
Our web site is (WWW.Moosilauke.com) Application is attached.
Great Summer Camp Counselor Positions Available For Certified Trip Leaders in Hiking, Canoeing, Rock Climbing, Bouldering, Kayaking and Mountain Biking.
Camp Location: Camp Moosilauke is located in New Hampshire on 250 beautiful acres of land. We have an incredible lake and the camp is surrounded by mountains.
Camp Description: Camp Moosilauke provides excellent mountain biking, hiking and canoeing trips. Our trips include Mt. Washington, Mt. Lafayette, the Appalachian Trail, Mt. Moosilauke, Lake Umbagog, Mt. Smarts, Mt. Cube, the Androsgoggin River and many others. We teach outdoor life skills and leave no trace camping. We offer all land and water sports with great instruction and competition. Moosilauke is a small camp, which is perfect for counselors who love to do a variety of activities and go on trips. We hire men and women for counselor positions.
Hiring Requirements: Age 19+, Male and female counselors with experience in mountain biking, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, or a certification in ARC life guarding, WFA or WFR. We offer a free ARC life guarding certification course.
Salary Range: From $2,000 to $2,500 Staff Arrival Date: June 18, 2007 Staff Departure: August 15, 2007 Please contact Kenny Miller at kmiller451@aol.com or (303) 670-2066 if you are interested.
Outdoor Recreation Coordinator, City of Denver, Colorado Follow this Link to View Details
Kenai Peninsula Independent Living Center, Homer, Alaska Opportunity of a Lifetime!! The Kenai Peninsula Independent Living Center, based in Homer, Alaska is recruiting applicants to fill its Program Coordinator position for TRAILS. TRAILS is the Center’s inclusive recreation program that serves three major communities on the Kenai Peninsula; Homer, Kenai/Soldotna and Seward. The Program Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing year round activities and adventure in these areas. Local staff in each office assist with implementation of the activities. Past programming included downhill skiing at Alyeska Resort, kayaking in Resurrection Bay, a river float down the Kenai, dog sledding in Homer, silver fishing on the Kasilof, blue berry picking in Seldovia, weekly drama club, an artist workshops series and much more. The Kenai Peninsula is a large outdoor playground with small communities located throughout. The successful applicant must have experience working with individuals of various ages and a variety of disabilities in the arena of recreation. This position requires passion, hard work and dedication to recreation and empowerment of persons with disabilities of all ages. The Program Coordinator must be a skilled fund raiser and have experience developing volunteer corps in each community. This full time position pays $37,440-$41,600 DOE + benefits. Send resume and cover letter to ilc@xyz.net. Priority given to person experiencing a disability. Distributed to
APRIL members at the request of Jim Brady, Independent Living
Center, P. O. Box 2474, Homer, AK 99603; Diana Spas,
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