We currently have positions for the summer of 2008 and a full-time job available. Frequently asked questions (FAQs) and job descriptions are listed below. All of our summer jobs are located on our ranch in beautiful Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Every position includes summer room & board and Wyoming Worker's Compensation Insurance. Additionally, there is a free laundry facility on-site. Thank you for your interest in City Kids and best wishes in your career pursuit.

FAQs

How do I apply for a position?
Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to lindsay@citykidscamp.org.

Is it okay to call the City Kids office?
Please understand that we get an overwhelming number of resumes and questions. We appreciate enthusiastic, interested workers. However, because we have a very small year-round staff we are unable to accept phone calls from applicants. Please refer to our web site for an in-depth review of our programs.

After I submit my resume, will I get a response?
Due to the high number of applicants we are unable to respond to everyone. If we choose to pursue an applicant, we first e-mail perspective employees and then we follow with a phone interview if appropriate. Generally, if you do not hear from us within two weeks of your initial email, we are not considering your application. You may wish to send a second email to check on the status of your application.

How long is the hiring process?
We hire on a rolling basis, interviewing until all positions are full. Once the initial interview is complete, we gather references, perform a background check, and then negotiate a contract. The process can take 4-8 weeks from the time you submit your resume because we are interviewing multiple candidates and we often have to wait for references and background checks to be completed.

I can only work for part of the summer, should I apply?
Most of our staff is hired for at least ten weeks. We offer just a few 8-week and 11-week positions.

I am interested in year-round work, should I apply?
At this time, all available position are for full-time summer employment requiring residency on our ranch in Jackson, Wyoming.

Do you hire high school students or recent high school graduates?
No, we have a job-training program for our members who are in high school. Because of the challenges our jobs present and the need for extensive outdoor skills, the majority of our staff are college students, college graduates, and graduate students.

Do you hire non-residents?
No, we do not hire anyone without U.S. residency or a current, relevant work visa.

Do you accept interns?
Yes, we are willing to supervise internships during the summer only.

Other Question?
First, read our web site and if you still have questions, e-mail lindsay@citykidscamp.org

All Staff members must have a valid "clean" driver's license. Please provide your license number and state on your resume.

We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

• Outdoor Adventure Program Staff

Position Title: Outdoor Adventure Program Staff
Supervisor: Executive Director
Position: Full-time Summer; Residential
Dates of Employment: June 9 - August 24, 2008

Position Description: The Outdoor Adventure Program Staff works with a small team of co-workers to provide a summer adventure-based program for underserved and at-risk youth. Our mission is to inspire confidence and leadership in children and teens from inner city Washington, D.C. We provide a multi-year experiential curriculum of outdoor adventures, backcountry trips and personal growth during three 19-day summer sessions. Base camp is our beautiful ranch, Broken Arrow Ranch, in Hoback Junction just south of Jackson Hole. The program includes both on-site and off-site activities, single day and multi-day trips. Staffs spend time with students developing goals, creating journals, problem solving, team building and debriefing. Each staff is responsible for a cabin with 4-6 students. The primary responsibilities of the position are to develop a positive, proactive relationship with participants, be a role model, facilitate team and personal growth, insure the health and safety of all participants and the successful delivery of activities and trips. The staffs work as a team directly with the director of outdoor programs to implement the program. Responsibilities are shared in accordance with each employee’s skills and abilities. This is a residential position and thereby is not limited to these stated responsibilities. Everyone at camp shares responsibility for day-to-day tasks, which are an integral part of living in a small close-knit community. Counselors have partial days and a full day off during and between sessions. Contract includes a paid 10-day staff training. Please refer to our web site for an understanding of our program and the children we serve.

Position Qualifications:

• Experience working with children in outdoor, camp or other residential settings, trip leading preferred.
• Competence in teaching, counseling, and guiding youth, experience with at-risk youth preferred.
• Patience, initiative, enthusiasm, proactive communication style, flexibility and energy are a must.
• First aid certification appropriate to adventure and wilderness activities, to include as a minimum CPR (ARC Professional Rescuer or AHA Health Care Provider) and Wilderness First Aid (or ARC Advanced First Aid), LGT and WFR or EMT desirable.
• Valid/clean driver's license; must be over 18 years old.
• The ability to relate well to others and to work effectively with a variety of people.
• General to advanced knowledge and ability in several or all of the following activities: canoeing, horseback riding, swimming, backpacking, kayaking, rock climbing, outdoor education, group dynamics, experiential education, games & initiatives, orienteering, and outdoor living.
• The ability to anticipate and manage potential hazards, both physical and emotional.
• Possession of sound judgment and the ability to manage a group effectively under stressful conditions.
• An understanding and commitment to the goals and philosophy of City Kids and experiential education.
• Knowledge of environmentally acceptable practices for backcountry living.
• Ability to provide appropriate structure, perspective and guidance in the process of program delivery.
• Be sufficiently fit to lead all activities and trips and to maintain ample energy, strength, and focus to assist students with physical and emotional obstacles.

Salary Range: $350/week. Bonus potential. Training Stipends. Workers' Compensation Insurance. Room & Board.

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