What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adventure and Outdoor Summer Camp Counselors position at Howard County Government?
DESCRIPTION:
Looking for a fun, active, outdoor job this summer? Camp counselors assist with the instruction and supervision of duties in highly specialized skills area for adventure and outdoor camps. Camp Counselors are selected for their enthusiasm, talent and experience working with children and adventure activities. Participants engage in archery, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, camping, fishing, biking, rock climbing (indoors and outdoors), nature and/or other outdoor adventure pursuits. The camp season
runs from June through late August. Mandatory staff training is conducted the week of June 15-19, 2026.
RATE OF PAY: Salary commensurate with experience
Contingent:
Level I – Minimum Wage to $18.00 per hour (Paraprofessional)
Level II – $18.00 - $20.00 per hour (Paraprofessional)High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Minimum - currently attending high school.
Level I: Some background working with children helpful and some adventure activity experience.
Level II: Knowledge of skills specific to the position, experience teaching these skills and/or leading children’s activities, CPR certification preferred.
Applicant must possess appropriate certifications when applicable to position vacancy.
Looking for a fun, active, outdoor job this summer? Camp counselors assist with the instruction and supervision of duties in highly specialized skills area for adventure and outdoor camps. Camp Counselors are selected for their enthusiasm, talent and experience working with children and adventure activities. Participants engage in archery, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, camping, fishing, biking, rock climbing (indoors and outdoors), nature and/or other outdoor adventure pursuits. The camp season
runs from June through late August. Mandatory staff training is conducted the week of June 15-19, 2026.
RATE OF PAY: Salary commensurate with experience
Contingent:
Level I – Minimum Wage to $18.00 per hour (Paraprofessional)
Level II – $18.00 - $20.00 per hour (Paraprofessional)High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Minimum - currently attending high school.
Level I: Some background working with children helpful and some adventure activity experience.
Level II: Knowledge of skills specific to the position, experience teaching these skills and/or leading children’s activities, CPR certification preferred.
Applicant must possess appropriate certifications when applicable to position vacancy.
Salary : $16 - $20