Seasonal - Program Coordinator - Conservation Education - Bryant Pond 4-H Learning Center

Looking for a job that combines teaching, adventure, and the outdoors? Spend your season at Bryant Pond 4-H Learning Center, leading youth in environmental education,  trips, campfires, and community building. You’ll gain real-world experience, build leadership skills, and make lasting memories all while working in one of Maine’s most beautiful outdoor classrooms.

Statement of the Job:

The Program Coordinator - Conservation Education Coordinator is responsible for leading and supporting conservation education and recreational safety programs at Bryant Pond 4-H Camp and Learning Center. This role involves teaching specialized skills such as firearms safety, boater safety, archery, and riflery, as well as fostering a safe and engaging learning environment for campers and staff. The coordinator will work closely with the Camp Directors to plan and deliver high-quality educational experiences, and provide leadership in outdoor programming. 

Stipend is $500-600 per week for about 10 weeks, including paid training, paid in bi-weekly installments. 

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Complete Job Description

Qualifications:

Required: 

• You need a High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)

• You need a minimum of 3 years related experience working with youth and teaching in the outdoors or
  equivalent

  AND/OR

• You need to hold an additional certification or be willing to get certifications that are value-added to keep
  our campers safe like:
  • Lifeguard certification
  • First Aid and CPR certification
  • 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor in multiple disciplines need a High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)

Preferred: 

• You hold a higher additional certification that is specific to the outdoors like:
  • Wilderness Responder Certification
• You have a genuine motivation to work with children in a vibrant, high-energy outdoor setting where every
  day is an adventure.
• You demonstrate responsible and safe decision-making skills, ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience
  for all campers during outdoor programming
• You have the ability to lead groups in various outdoor environments, comfortably carrying a small
  backpack filled with teaching supplies and a first aid kit to support your activities. 

About Bryant Pond 4-H Learning Center:

The 4-H Camp and Learning Centers provide environmentally focused programs for Maine youth and families in Bryant Pond. Our mission is to teach youth and adults to be effective and caring citizens of the earth through affordable environmental education and fun nature-based experiences. The camp is located in Bryant Pond, Maine is nestled on the shores of Lake Christopher with 160 acres of forest and mountain trails leading to remote campsites, streams, ponds, wetlands, and a mountain summit. A short drive from the camp you can be in the beautiful White Mountain National Forest and the Rangeley Lakes area. The local area provides many opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts including rock climbing, backpacking, hunting and fishing, canoeing, and a large winter ski and sport industry. Portland, Maine’s largest city is only an hour’s drive with live music, great food, and shopping.
 

Other Information:

To be considered for this position, you will need to “Apply” and either upload the documentation listed below:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae

OR

Fill out your education and work history in the application where requested. 

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for three references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

These materials are reviewed on a weekly basis. Materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on June 1, 2026 to be considered for Summer 2026.

For questions about the search, please contact Reid Johnson.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.
 

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