Seasonal Maryland Conservation Job Corps (CJC) Camp Specialist

Seasonal Contractual

Fifteen (15) vacancies, full-time

Contract Period: May 2016- August 2016

GREENBRIER STATE PARK in Boonsboro, Maryland (FREDERICK COUNTY)

ROCKY GAP STATE PARK in Flintstone, Maryland (ALLEGANY COUNTY)

TUCKAHOE STATE PARK in Ridgely, Maryland (CAROLINE COUNTY)

The Maryland Conservation Jobs Corps (CJC) is a six-week summer employment program for disadvantaged youth ages 14 – 17 operated by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Maryland Park Service.  CJC uses outdoor experiential activities and the power of nature to enrich the lives of youth and prepare them for future success in the workforce.  The Maryland Park Service is currently recruiting for multiple seasonal contractual positions for CJC Camp Specialists for each CJC Camp location.  You must indicate on the Supplemental Questionnaire the specific location(s) of interest for this recruitment.

The CJC Camp Specialist is responsible for ensuring the regular, reliable and professional implementation of a three-day/two-night camping component for CJC Corps Members while ensuring the training and safety of crews.  The Camp Specialist mentors members by seizing opportunities to enhance teamwork and outdoor ethics.  The Camp Specialist will be residing in tents (overnight) at their assigned camp location Monday – Friday during the six-week program.

The CJC Camp Specialist shall:

Develop skills of Corps Members by seeing that all Corps Members learn safe and professional work practices, including but not limited to the following:

·     Proper professional work ethic and behavior.

·     Professional courtesy to community members, park staff and others they come in contact within the field;

·     Ensure that projects are properly, professionally and completely executed to the satisfaction of site managers.

·     Adherence to DNR and CJC policies, rules and regulations; and

·     Proper set-up of a tent and use of camping equipment;

·     Conduct regular crew-based Corps Member training and instructional presentations in critical areas related to safety and professional job performance including the following:

                        *  First-Aid and workplace safety

                        *  Environmental issues and conservation, emphasis on camping and outdoor recreation

                        *  Community relations

                        *  Work ethic

                        *  Communications

                        *  Clear articulation of site-specific work project, goals and activities

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Prior work experience with CJC and experience with youth.

Education or experience in the field of park operations, recreation, education, business, administration, forestry, social sciences, or a natural resources related field is preferred.

Previous work experience with at-risk youth is preferred.

Applicants must have a valid Driver’s License with a good driving record and be 21 years of age (requirement for driving rental vans used during the program).

Possession of current certification in CPR for adult/child and First-Aid is required.

Applicants must attend a mandatory CJC Camp training on Monday, June 13^th and Tuesday, June 14^th (OVERNIGHT).

Applicants must attend a mandatory training the week of Monday, June 20^th to Friday, June 24^th to be held from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (additional hours may be required).

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment, and report all experience and education that is related to this position. You will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will proceed to the next phase of evaluation.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact the Department of Natural Resources at 410-260-8080.

Online application is STRONGLY preferred. If online access is unavailable, you may submit a paper application to:

Department of Natural Resources

Human Resources

580 Taylor Avenue, C-3

Annapolis, MD 21401

Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted.

The Human Resource Department is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.