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Summer Camp Head Counselor in Southwest Colorado! Go Backpacking in the San Juan Mountains!

Company: Colvig Silver Camps

Job Type: Seasonal

Job Description

Come spend the summer working in an amazing community in a beautiful place!

This is a full-time seasonal camp counselor and outdoor guiding position based in Durango, CO from 5/27/24 – 8/12/24 for a total of ten weeks. Ideal applicants include those who are at least 21+ years old and have outdoor education, youth development, childcare, and/or summer camp experience!

Minimum Requirements:

  • At least 21 years old
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Able to pass a federal and Colorado background check
  • Able to work in a rustic, outdoor environment
  • Able to carry a heavy backpack (30-50 lb) for 2-12 miles/day on rugged backcountry trails

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Youth development or childcare experience
  • Outdoor education or guiding experience
  • Personal outdoor recreation experience especially backpacking
  • Summer camp experience

Our Head Counselors are responsible for providing leadership in a cabin of 4-6 campers in one of our four distinct age groups in addition to co-leading backcountry wilderness trips between 2-5 days in length throughout the summer in the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado and canyon country of southeastern Utah. We provide a comprehensive two-week Staff Training to cover all aspects of our program ranging from unique Colvig culture and traditions, youth development, and outdoor skill development and leadership.

Compensation:

We offer competitive compensation with Head Counselors earning a minimum of $4,300 for a full ten-week season (5/27/24 – 8/12/24). Head Counselors also receive a free Wilderness First Aid (WFA) training from NOLS during our Staff Training if they do not already have a wilderness medicine certification. All staff receive free housing and meals for the duration of their contract. Staff can also apply for reimbursable Travel Allowances ($0.13/road mile), field/experience bonuses, a Rental Assistance Program, and will receive bonuses for relevant certifications such as Wilderness First Aid, First Responder, LNT, Lifeguarding etc. Please click here for a description of our bonuses and travel reimbursement information.

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Please fill out a Staff Application here if you are interested in employment for the 2024 summer season. Applications are open until filled! If you have any questions please email Tyler or Truman at [email protected]

How to Apply

Please fill out a 2024 Staff Application here. Applications are open until filled! If you have any questions please email Tyler or Truman at [email protected]
Contact Person: Truman McGee
Contact Phone: 970-247-2564
Posted on: December 26, 2023
Location: Durango, CO
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Starting Date:
May 27, 2024
Application Closing Date:
May 1, 2024
Job Salary Range:
$4,300 - $5,000
Years of Experience: Not Specified
Preferred/Required Degree Level: None Required
Job Category(ies): Summer Camp
Region(s): Southwest US