Conservation Camp Counselor (Interim)

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

25-07442

Conservation Camp Counselor (Interim)

Pay Grade 05

Salary

$13.00 - $14.10 Hourly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | LESS THAN 9 MONTHS MAXIMUM | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

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

Location

295 Camp Curie Road

Benton, KY 42025 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 Currie. The candidate will instruct and assist in the instruction of campers in a program of archery, swimming, water safety, hunter safety, first aid, or nature study.

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

• Instructs and assists in the instruction of campers in various conservation camp programs. Teaches and demonstrates applicable methods, principles, and techniques.
• Works with young campers in developing sportsmanship, leadership, and an appreciation for and an interest in the conservation of natural resources.
• Counsels the campers and has responsibility for monitoring campers in their cabins at night.
• Leads general camping activities.
  
  

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: NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Upon employment, must obtain certification in one of the following areas no later than thirty (30) days from employment commencement date: Red Cross Water Safety Instructor; Red Cross Life Guard; Red Cross Life Guard Instructor; Red Cross Basic Life Saving; Red Cross Small Craft Instructor; Red Cross Standard First Aid; Red Cross Small Craft Safety; American Heart Association Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR); Red Cross CPR; Hunter Education Certificate; Hunter Education Instructor; NRA Instructor Certification; Bow hunter Education Instructor Certificate; Boater Education Certificate; or Basic Archery Instructor Training Certificate. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

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 Nancy Kiernan at Nancy.Kiernan@ky.gov

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D