AgCenter Summer 4-H Camp Staff

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page. Job Posting Title: AgCenter Summer 4-H Camp Staff Position Type: Transient (Fixed Term) (Seasonal) Department: LSUAG PL4 - GWEC - Camp Staff (Lana Craig (00070729)) Work Location: 0101 Camp Grant Walker Education Center Pay Grade: Temporary Job Description: WORK LOCATION: Grant Walker 4-H Educational Center, Pollock LA POSITION DESCRIPTION: This position will serve as a member of our summer camp staff team. This position includes a week-long training program and ten-week camps. The staff member will serve as an assistant to an instructor, who teaches specific subject matter in an educational format to an audience of approximately 25-50 youth at a time in grades 4th–6th, in a camp setting. The staff member will work with other summer staff in providing safe supervision of youth while at camp and support 4-H professionals, volunteers, and members in conducting meaningful educational experiences and to help youth develop social skills. Staff will have various recreational responsibilities that could include the following: canoeing, archery, swimming, line dancing, and more. Camp staff work under the direct supervision of the 4-H Program Coordinator who serves as the supervising professional to implement all policies and procedures of the 4-H Summer Camp, LSU AgCenter, and the Louisiana 4-H Youth Development Program. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: ● Utilizing experiential learning techniques to teach youth in one or more of the following fields: Water Safety; Outdoor Skills; Science, Engineering & Technology; Food & Fitness; General Arts; Gardening; and Wetlands. ● Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of teaching area and equipment. ● Provide guidance, supervision, and fun for campers. ● Attend all meetings as scheduled by the 4-H Program Coordinator and Camp Director. ● Assists with parish arrival and departure procedures. ● Adheres to all 4-H Camp Grant Walker policies and procedures as outlined in the staff manual. ● Performs other duties as needed. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Preference given to applicants who: ● Attended college for two years and are at a Junior or Senior credit hour level. ● Enrolled in agriculture education, education, social or behavioral sciences, or any other field related to specific subject matter. ● Prior experience working with or supervising children. ● Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as a team. ● Effective oral and written communication skills. ● Work collaboratively with adults and volunteers. ● Must be AED/CPR certified (training is provided). ● Must complete an employee background check and be approved by the LSU AgCenter Human Resource Management Unit. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES ● Work and manage youth in the outdoors and group situations. ● Ability to be in water with campers during swim activities. ● Ability to maintain enthusiasm and energy for long durations of time. ● Ability to work under pressure with changing priorities and meet deadlines. ● Ability to work long hours, outside/hot conditions, and be on feet for long periods of time. ● Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal with sensitive issues with tact and discretion. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary will commensurate with experience. Housing options are available on-site, meals and snacks will be available. On-site housing preference given to those residing furthest from camp. DATE AVAILABLE: Camp session is May 25-July 30, 2026. LOST Camp takes place July 30-August 2, 2026. Required training period is May 14-22, 2026. Camp will not be in session the week of June 22–25, 2026. CAMP SESSIONS: The 2026 Summer Camp season will be divided into two sessions: Session A (Weeks 1-4) & Session B (Weeks 5-LOST). New team members and returning staff who request it may be assigned to a single session or the entire summer at the discretion of camp administration. All assignments will be finalized prior to offer letters being issued. APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 31, 2026, or until a suitable candidate is identified. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Must apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU MUST submit cover letter, resume, and two letters of recommendation for application to be complete. The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Additional Job Description: Competencies: None Special Instructions: AgCenter Summer 4-H Camp Staff Posting Date: March 6, 2026 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): May 19, 2026 Additional Position Information: Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Benefits - The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment. Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement. Essential Position (Y/N): About the LSU Agricultural Center: The LSU AgCenter, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. 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