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Michigan Young Birders Camp Counselor

Michigan Young Birders Camp Counselor

Campers experience bird banding up close while attending the Michigan Young Birders Camp.

Position Overview: The primary function of the Michigan Young Birders Counselor is to assist camp leaders in mentoring and chaperoning high-school campers. Counselors will be assigned 3-5 campers for which they will be responsible.

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of/interest in Michigan bird identification by sight and sound.
  • Demonstrated knowledge related to Michigan birds and/or conservation.
  • Ability to pass a background check.
  • Positive attitude and ability to work with high school-aged students.
  • Ability to work as part of a collaborative team.
  • Represent Michigan Audubon in a professional manner as a designated representative.
  • Ability to walk long distances in rugged terrain under a variety of harsh weather conditions.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Lead assigned campers in activities as directed.
  • Act as a chaperone and provide an example of good behavior during their time with campers.
  • Contribute to the camp activities by leading evening activities on specified days.
  • Follow the finalized schedule and logistics distributed by Michigan Audubon.
  • Stay in the dorms to oversee campers overnight.

Schedule and Commitment: Camp Counselors agree to be present for all of the camp unless specific arrangements are made ahead of time. Camp will run Sunday through Friday, June 23-28, 2024.

Benefits:

  • Food, transportation, and swag during camp.
  • Lodging for the duration of camp.
  • $300 stipend for the week.

To apply: Send a cover letter, resume, and a minimum of two professional and/or academic references via email to Michigan Audubon Manager of Education & Events Lindsay Cain at lcain@michiganaudubon.org. Applications are due by March 1, 2024.

Michigan Audubon is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Michigan Audubon does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental ability, status as a disabled veteran, or any other classification protected by law.