What are the responsibilities and job description for the Conservation Camp Counselor Supervisor (Interim) position at Commonwealth of Kentucky - Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources?

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7/1/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

26-00162

Conservation Camp Counselor Supervisor (Interim)

Pay Grade 11

Salary

$17.00 - $24.97 Hourly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | LESS THAN 9 MONTHS MAXIMUM | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A

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Hiring Agency

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources

Location

103 Camp Earl Wallace Road
Monticello, KY 42633 USA

Description

Would you like to work with people who are dedicated to conserving the Commonwealth's Fish and Wildlife Resources? Do you want to be part of an agency that provides opportunities for everyone to enjoy the outdoors by fishing, hunting, boating, recreational shooting, wildlife watching or related activities in Kentucky?

Join us in the exciting, innovative, and rewarding environment of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR)! These are seasonal positions at Camp Earl Wallace. The candidates will train and supervise Conservation Camp Counselors assigned to assist in the instruction of campers. They will be responsible for programmatic aspects of unique activities. In absence of camp director, The Conservation Camp Counselor Supervisor is responsible for all aspects and resources of camp operations.

This is an Interim position. An Interim position means a position established to address a one-time or recurring need of less than nine (9) months duration and exempt from the classified service under KRS 18A.115.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Provides instruction for camp counselors and campers in outdoor activities including swimming, boating, archery, shooting and firearm safety, fishing, and wildlife conservation.
Prepares reports and other necessary documents relative to program activities.
Ensures all necessary equipment is available and functional as prescribed for programmatic activities.
Conducts property and supply inventories and communicates needs and findings to camp director.
Addresses and helps resolve problems identified by counselors and campers. Constantly monitors conduct of counselors to assure of appropriateness around children.
Learns and follows departmental rules, regulations, and policies dealing with conservation education program.

Preferred Skills and Abilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

First Aid and CPR certified, certified lifeguard, basic archery instructor, and a hunter education Instructor.
Responsible and positive outlook.
A willingness to work as part of a team.
A self-starter and motivated individual.
Adaptability and flexibility.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: NONE

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Three months of experience as a camp counselor, school teacher, or in environmental, conservation, or nature education programs.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Completion of 24 semester hours from college will substitute for required experience.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Works in a conservation summer camp for young people. Duties are performed in a rustic setting and most of the time are spent outside. May be called upon to work with young people attending the camp during the evening hours.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Eric Schulte at Eric.Schulte@ky.gov.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

Salary : $35,360 - $51,938

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