Oregon State University

Job Title Lead Camp Counselor: OSU-Cascades Summer Academy 2025 Appointment Type Student Employee Job Location Bend Position Appointment Percent 100 Appointment Basis 12 Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Remote or Hybrid option? Min Hourly Rate $14.70 (Standard); $13.70 (Non-Urban); $15.95 (Portland Metro) Max Hourly Rate $21.00 (Standard); $20.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro) Position Summary

This recruitment will fill two (2) part-time Lead Camp Counselor positions within the Event Services Unit at Oregon State University – Cascades, located in Bend, Oregon. The Lead Camp Counselor plays an essential role in the smooth operation of OSU-Cascades Summer Academy, a two-week residential and day youth camp for high school students entering grades 10-12. Acting as a liaison between camp leadership and counselors, the Lead Camp Counselor supports task delegation, camper conflict resolution, schedule/time management, and activity facilitation. This position requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, along with a commitment to creating a safe, positive, and engaging environment for all campers and staff. Lead Camp Counselors are expected to work 5 hours per week during the Spring 2025 training period and up to 40 hours per week during the Summer Academy camp sessions (July 20-25 and July 27-August 1). This is an academic year/summer (April 2025 – August 2025) position open to OSU-Cascades students.

Position Duties

• Leadership and Team Support:
• Serve as the primary liaison between camp leadership and counselors, ensuring clear communication and effective task delegation.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to counselors, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Support counselors in preparing and executing activities, ensuring they are equipped to meet program goals.
• Camper Engagement and Safety:
• Ensure the well-being and safety of all campers by addressing conflicts and behavioral concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Build positive relationships among campers, promoting a sense of belonging and mutual respect.
• Serve as a role model for professionalism, enthusiasm, and inclusivity in all camper interactions.
• Residential Supervision:
• Live on-site during residential sessions in assigned single rooms/apartments to provide overnight supervision and emergency support.
• Oversee camper check-in and check-out processes, ensuring smooth room assignments and move-in logistics.
• Enforce curfews and overnight safety protocols, maintaining a secure and respectful residential environment.
• Program Facilitation and Logistics:
• Lead and supervise a variety of camp activities, including educational, recreational, and team-building sessions.
• Coordinate daily schedules and transitions between activities, ensuring smooth program execution.
• Adapt activities as needed to accommodate diverse camper needs and interests.
• Administrative and Logistical Duties:
• Maintain accurate records, including attendance, incident reports, and activity evaluations.
• Communicate regularly with camp leadership regarding challenges, successes, and opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to post-session evaluations to enhance future programming.

Minimum Qualifications

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
• Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
• High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
• Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
• Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
• Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
• Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*
• International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Additional Required Qualifications

• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and walk/stand for extended periods.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to be reliable, punctual, and adaptable.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.
• This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions, and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every two years.

Preferred (Special) Qualifications

• Be a current full-time Oregon State University student, OR OSU-Cascades student OR degree partnership student with OSU-Cascades and COCC with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher.
• Previous experience as a camp counselor in day or residential camp settings.
• Experience in K-12 education (e.g., student teaching, classroom aide) or professional childcare.
• Possess First Aid/AED/CPR certification from the American Red Cross or another recognized provider (or willingness to obtain during Spring 2025 training).
• Possess Entry-Level Program Staff certification from the American Camp Association or another recognized provider (or willingness to obtain during Spring 2025 training).

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Working Conditions/Work Schedule

• During the Spring 2025 training period, this is a part-time (5 hours per week) position with a set schedule designed to accommodate class commitments.
• During the Summer Academy camp sessions (July 20-25 and July 27-August 1), this is a full-time (40 hours per week) position, and includes a live-on requirement in the OSU-Cascades residence hall.
• Duties include a mix of physical and sedentary tasks, such as standing or walking for extended periods, lifting and moving materials, and working in office or outdoor settings.
• Work may occur in varying weather conditions and requires evening and weekend availability during camp sessions.

Compensation

• This position is paid at a standard rate of $19.00/hour, up to 5 hours/week during the Spring 2025 training period. The student employee submits a timesheet for supervisor approval on the 15th of each month and receives their paycheck on the last day of the month.
• This position is paid at a standard rate of $21.00/hour, up to 40 hours/week during the Summer Academy camp sessions (July 20-25 and July 27-August 1). Incumbents are also compensated with room and board during the summer camp sessions. 

Anticipated Hiring Schedule

• Application Period: February 3-28
• Interview Period: March 3-14
• Offer Date: March 17
• Training: April 14-June 20
• Summer Camp Sessions: July 20-25 and July 27-August 1

Provided Training

Students will complete online and in-person training, including:

• Child abuse prevention and reporting.
• Information technology security.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Conflict resolution strategies.
• Child safety and protection protocols.
• Leadership and communication skills.
• Team-building facilitation.
• Professional boundaries and ethical considerations in youth programming.
• Emergency response and safety procedures.
• First Aid/AED/CPR certification through the American Red Cross.
• Entry-Level Program Staff certification through the American Camp Association.

Posting Number P11794SE Number of Vacancies 2 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 04/14/2025 Anticipated Appointment End Date 08/29/2025 Posting Date 02/03/2025 Full Consideration Date 02/28/2025 Closing Date 06/20/2025 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A Resume/Vita

2) Cover Letter

For additional information contact: Quentin Comus @ quentin.comus@osucascades.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.