AgCenter Summer 4-H Camp Staff

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Job Posting Title:

AgCenter Summer 4-H Camp Staff

   

Position Type:

Transient (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

   

Department:

LSUAG PL4 - GWEC - Camp Staff (Lana Craig (00070729))

   

Work Location:

0101 Camp Grant Walker Education Center

   

Pay Grade:

Temporary

   

Job Description:

WORK LOCATION: Grant Walker 4-H Educational Center, Pollock LA

POSITION DESCRIPTION: This position will serve as a member of our summer camp staff team. This position includes a week-long training program and ten-week camps. The staff member will serve as an assistant to an instructor, who teaches specific subject matter in an educational format to an audience of approximately 25-50 youth at a time in grades 4th–6th, in a camp setting. The staff member will work with other summer staff in providing safe supervision of youth while at camp and support 4-H professionals, volunteers, and members in conducting meaningful educational experiences and to help youth develop social skills. Staff will have various recreational responsibilities that could include the following: canoeing, archery, swimming, line dancing, and more. Camp staff work under the direct supervision of the 4-H Program Coordinator who serves as the supervising professional to implement all policies and procedures of the 4-H Summer Camp, LSU AgCenter, and the Louisiana 4-H Youth Development Program.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

● Utilizing experiential learning techniques to teach youth in one or more of the following fields: Water Safety; Outdoor Skills; Science, Engineering & Technology; Food & Fitness; General Arts; Gardening; and Wetlands.

● Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of teaching area and equipment.

● Provide guidance, supervision, and fun for campers.

● Attend all meetings as scheduled by the 4-H Program Coordinator and Camp Director.

● Assists with parish arrival and departure procedures.

● Adheres to all 4-H Camp Grant Walker policies and procedures as outlined in the staff manual.

● Performs other duties as needed.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Preference given to applicants who:

● Attended college for two years and are at a Junior or Senior credit hour level.

● Enrolled in agriculture education, education, social or behavioral sciences, or any other field related to specific subject matter.

● Prior experience working with or supervising children.

● Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as a team.

● Effective oral and written communication skills.

● Work collaboratively with adults and volunteers.

● Must be AED/CPR certified (training is provided).

● Must complete an employee background check and be approved by the LSU AgCenter Human Resource Management Unit.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

● Work and manage youth in the outdoors and group situations.

● Ability to be in water with campers during swim activities.

● Ability to maintain enthusiasm and energy for long durations of time.

● Ability to work under pressure with changing priorities and meet deadlines.

● Ability to work long hours, outside/hot conditions, and be on feet for long periods of time.

● Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal with sensitive issues with tact and discretion.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary will commensurate with experience. Housing options are available on-site, meals and snacks will be available. On-site housing preference given to those residing furthest from camp.

DATE AVAILABLE: Camp session is May 25-July 30, 2026. LOST Camp takes place July 30-August 2, 2026. Required training period is May 14-22, 2026. Camp will not be in session the week of June 22–25, 2026.

CAMP SESSIONS: The 2026 Summer Camp season will be divided into two sessions: Session A (Weeks 1-4) & Session B (Weeks 5-LOST). New team members and returning staff who request it may be assigned to a single session or the entire summer at the discretion of camp administration. All assignments will be finalized prior to offer letters being issued.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 2, 2026, or until a suitable candidate is identified.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Must apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU

MUST submit cover letter, resume, and two letters of recommendation for application to be